Director, Culinary Innovation, Burger King

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Restaurant Brands International Inc. is one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies with nearly $45 billion in annual system-wide sales and over 32,000 restaurants in more than 120 countries and territories.

RBI owns four of the world's most prominent and iconic quick service restaurant brands – TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES®, and FIREHOUSE SUBS®. These independently operated brands have been serving their respective guests, franchisees and communities for decades. Through its Restaurant Brands for Good framework, RBI is improving sustainable outcomes related to its food, the planet, and people and communities.

RBI is committed to growing the TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES® and FIREHOUSE SUBS® brands by leveraging their respective core values, employee and franchisee relationships, and long track records of community support. Each brand benefits from the global scale and shared best practices that come from ownership by Restaurant Brands International Inc.

Role Overview:

Reporting to the Vice President of Culinary Innovation, Burger King, the Director of Culinary Innovation will be instrumental in shaping and advancing our food philosophy, developing distinctive flavor profiles, and collaborating closely with vendors and supply chain partners. This role will drive culinary excellence, ensuring that our products reflect the brand’s commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. This highly collaborative position works alongside Brand Marketing, Consumer Insights, and external supply chain partners to optimize unit economics and enhance brand affinity through exceptional product offerings.

RBI follows a 5 day, in-office work schedule to support collaboration. Successful candidates will be expected to work onsite 5 days per week out of our Miami, FL office.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a multi-level team of chefs, driving innovative culinary strategies and ensuring a high standard of product development.
• Refine and implement the brand’s food philosophy, emphasizing quality, flavor, and consistency to create memorable dining experiences.
• Manage and cultivate relationships with key suppliers, staying ahead of culinary trends and ensuring supplier capabilities meet brand innovation priorities.
• Provide accurate hand-offs of recipes and culinary standards to the Commercialization Team for seamless transition from development to market.
• Partner with the Operations team to establish procedures that support effective in-store execution and streamline operations.
• Oversee and facilitate internal and cross-functional product presentations, including sample requisition and ingredient preparation.
• Manage the organization and inventory of the test kitchen, maintaining food safety and production standards.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Culinary Arts, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in culinary innovation, preferably in QSR, fast-casual, or food manufacturing in relevant product categories
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Strong knowledge of product innovation, clean ingredients, regulatory compliance, and food manufacturing SOP’s
• Working knowledge of protein development, sauces, beverages, desserts, baked goods
• Demonstrated ability to think both quantitatively and conceptually, with robust organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across teams.
• Well-established professional networks within the culinary field and experience working with diverse supplier partners.

Benefits at all of our global offices are focused on physical, mental and financial wellness. We offer unique and progressive benefits, including a comprehensive global paid parental leave program that supports employees as they expand their families, free telemedicine and mental wellness support.

Restaurant Brands International and all of its affiliated companies (collectively, RBI) are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers that do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, provincial or federal laws, rules, or regulations. RBI's policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request.