Culinary Specialist

As a Culinary Specialist , you'll play a pivotal role in enhancing the culinary offerings of our convenience store chain. Your expertise will drive menu innovation, cost efficiency, and customer satisfaction. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to create delightful food experiences while ensuring operational excellence.

For over 90 years Global Partners LP has been delivering the energy our communities need to grow, move, and thrive. From Alltown Fresh, with its innovative chef-led creations and guest-focused retail experience, to our vast network of over 50 liquid energy terminals across the eastern seaboard and beyond, Global Partner's integrated network of businesses delivers value day-in and day-out to our guests and customers across the US. At Global Partners we embrace the future, investing in energy transition with initiatives like GlobalGLO and supporting the communities in which we operate with our charitable work.

We're excited for the next 90 years at Global Partners and what innovative new ideas we can bring to our guests and customers in the future. We're looking for passionate people with great ideas to contribute to our company's future. If you're motivated by what's next, Global Partners can provide you with the opportunities to push your career to the next level.

The Types of "Energy" You Bring

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

You are self-motivated and like to take initiative.

You are a team player with a positive attitude.

You have strong time management skills.

"Gauges" of Responsibility

Menu Creation and Development :

Assist with creating a diverse menu that caters to our customer base, considering category strategies, taste preferences, dietary trends, and convenience.

Create exciting LTOs to drive foot traffic and boost sales. These could be seasonal specials, themed promotions, or unique menu items.

Use data-driven insights to tailor the menu and improve customer satisfaction.

Collaborate with category management to align menu offerings with overall business strategy.

Cost Analysis and Budget Management :

Conduct thorough cost analyses for menu items, factoring in ingredients, labor, and overhead.

Optimize recipes to maintain quality while controlling costs.

Collaborate with Category Management to manage budgetary constraints.

Balance quality and affordability while maintaining customer satisfaction.

Ingredient Utilization :

Innovate ways to maximize ingredient utilization, minimize waste, and maintain consistent quality.

Explore sustainable sourcing options and promote responsible ingredient practices.

Collaboration with Category Management :

Work hand-in-hand with category managers to align culinary offerings with overall business strategy.

Understand category performance metrics and market trends to adjust menu items accordingly.

Collaboration with Commercialization & Food Safety :

Assist in developing and maintaining SOPs for kitchen operations with Commercialization Team. These SOPs ensure consistency in food preparation, safety protocols, and cleanliness.

Assist with training kitchen staff on SOPs and monitor compliance.

Collaboration with Marketing :

Support the rollout of new menu items

Contribute feedback for marketing materials, including descriptions, visuals, and pricing.

Participate in product launches and promotional events.

Contribute to marketing campaigns by providing culinary expertise.

Passion for Food and Creativity :

Stay updated on food trends, culinary / equipment techniques, and industry innovations.

Bring enthusiasm and creativity to the team / kitchen.

"Fuel" forYou

Coins! We offer competitive salaries and opportunities for growth. We mean it! We have an amazing Talent Development Team who create trainings for growth and job development.

Health + Wellness - Medical, Dental, Visions and Life Insurance. Along with additional wellness support.

The Road Ahead - We offer 401k and a match component!

Professional Development - We provide tuition reimbursement; this benefit is offered after 6 months of service.

Give Back! We believe in community support. We know everyone gives in their own way, that's why we offer paid volunteer time-off to you to help an organization of your choice.

The GPS of our Interview Process

First thing first, if you're interested in the role, please apply.

A talent acquisition team member will review your resume in partnership with the hiring manager. If your experience would lend to this opportunity a recruiter willcontact you.

We conduct "in-person" (Teams) interviews and provide additional interview information or other items needed at that time.

Qualifications :

Culinary degree or equivalent experience.

Proven track record in menu development and culinary innovation.

Strong analytical skills for cost management.

Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Passion for customer satisfaction and continuous improvement.

Pay Range :

$77,400.00 - $116,200.00

The pay range for this position is outlined above. The final amount offered at the start of employment is determined based on factors including, but not limited to, experience level, knowledge, skills, abilities and geographic location, and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department / team performance and market factors.

We value passion and potential. If you are enthusiastic about a position and think you can make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply even if you don't check every box. We embrace different perspectives, backgrounds and experiences.

Global Partners LP is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a company culture where ideas from all people help us grow, move and thrive. We embrace the diversity of all applicants and do not discriminate against race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation to apply, please contact our recruiting department at 781-891-4000.

• Disclaimer : At Global Partners, we don't use lie detector tests for any employment decisions. We follow all the rules and regulations, so we need to let you know : In Massachusetts, it's illegal to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment of continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.