Foodservice Corporate Chef / Senior Corporate Chef

Foodservice Corporate Chef / Senior Corporate Chef

Hormel Foods Corporation 

To save time applying, Hormel Foods does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas for this position at this time.

About Hormel Foods — Inspired People. Inspired Food.^™
Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with over $12 billion in annual revenue across more than 80 countries worldwide. Its brands include Planters^®, Skippy^®, SPAM^®, Hormel^® Natural Choice^®, Applegate^®, Justin’s^®, Wholly^®, Hormel^® Black Label^®, Columbus^®, Jennie-O^® and more than 30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report, one of America’s most responsible companies by Newsweek, recognized on Fast Company’s list of the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators, received a perfect score of 100 on the 2023–24 Corporate Equality Index and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. The company lives by its purpose statement — Inspired People. Inspired Food.^™ — to bring some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands to tables across the globe. For more information, visit hormelfoods.com.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position enables the sales process by providing exceptional food experiences to drive confidence in Hormel quality, capabilities, and product portfolio.

• Participates as a member of the Hormel Culinary Collective and is involved in all Collective activities.


• Develops and delivers culinary presentations with sales team for assigned areas of responsibility.


• Lead/opportunity generation through chef-to-chef connections with key accounts.


• Menu/recipe concept ideation.


• Represents Hormel culinary at industry events and trade shows.


• Key participant in all sales development training seminars hosted at the corporate office.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• 3+ years of professional culinary experience


• Experience working in either a corporate culinary, institutional culinary, or medium to large restaurant chain culinary role with responsibility over menu development and profitability. 


• A pattern of initiative.


• A pattern of strong goal setting and results accountability.


• Self-starter who possesses the ability to work independently.


• Proven problem solving and decision-making skills.


• The ability to work effectively in a team environment on a variety of complex projects.


• Ability to foster relationships with fellow culinarians at a regional or national level.


• Ability to present effectively to groups.


• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.


• Highly developed interpersonal and persuasive skills.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Excellent time management skills.


• Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States.


• Applicants must not now, or in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.

Preferred

• Formal culinary degree from a reputable culinary institute.

LOCATION: 

Midwest location within proximity to a major airport

TRAVEL:

This position may travel up to 50% of the time.

BENEFITS: Hormel Foods offers an excellent benefits package. Competitive base salary plus bonus, annual merit increase performance reviews, medical, dental, vision, non-contributory pension, profit sharing, 401(k), stock purchase plan, relocation assistance, paid vacation. 

For immediate consideration, send apply online at: www.hormelfoods.com/careers

At Hormel we invite difference and diversity in all aspects.  We offer a space of support, understanding, and community.  We are committed to the journey!  Learn more about our progress here: https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/

Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.