Regional Corporate Chef - Italy North West
When it comes to intelligent kitchen equipment and digital products, the RATIONAL Group is the global market and technology leader. Now its 2,700 employees worldwide need support. They need someone with intelligence, persistence, and enthusiasm. Someone like you.
Description
The Regional Corporate Chef is responsible for executing local product and application training, including start-up training for new employees. The role focuses on maintaining up-to-date knowledge of market trends in the Foodservice Industry and Culinary arts, contributing to the development of RATIONAL demo formats in collaboration with the National Corporate Chef. The position involves implementing quality measures such as audits, coaching, and training. It requires teamwork and close collaboration with the National Corporate Chef, Regional Sales Managers, freelancers, and marketing teams.
Main Responsibilities
* Conduct local product and application trainings, including onboarding for new employees
* Qualify and audit RATIONAL cooking events
* Support the NCC in developing the local sales team
* Assist in managing and developing an efficient freelance network
* Organize exhibitions, including show setup, menu planning, training, application support, HACCP compliance, food logistics, and back-office tasks
* Implement the RATIONAL Customer Lifecycle concept locally (Academy, Unit introduction, Culinary Schools, ConnectedCooking)
* Develop and execute application concepts tailored to target groups
* Support local activities for Key Account and Sales teams
* Collaborate with NCC on application support and development for Key Accounts
* Work closely with the Service team to ensure optimal support in the territory
* Provide application consultations via phone and in person
* Gather and analyze local application requirements and food trends
* Network with local chefs, consultants, and industry influencers
* Ensure the highest quality of food at all events
* Develop local recipes for ConnectedCooking and manage related training sessions
* Maintain the quality standards of training centers
* Continuously train and coach freelance chefs
Practical Background
* Experience as a sous-chef or executive chef
* Strong knowledge of food and kitchen operations
* Experience as a culinary instructor is preferred
* Additional studies in business, nutrition, or hospitality management are a plus
* Previous experience with RATIONAL units is necessary
* Experience working with partners and clients is preferred
* Understanding customer needs is essential
* Excellent presentation skills and ability to conduct training sessions
* Fluent in Italian and English, both verbal and written
* Willing to travel up to 80%, with a flexible work arrangement
* Valid driver’s license required
Personal Qualities
* Team-oriented
* Passionate about food and cooking
* Enthusiastic, adaptable, and organized
* Innovative and entrepreneurial mindset
* Professional and honest in building customer relationships
* Customer-focused communication skills
* Positive attitude and success-driven
* Inspirational and motivating presence
Organization
* Work within a dynamic, international company experiencing significant sales growth
* Operate in a lean, process-driven environment that encourages responsibility and self-control
We value your qualifications above age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or religion. Applications from diverse backgrounds are welcome.
For inquiries, contact Laura Lodi.
Location: Mestre, Italy
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