**Job Description** The Director OpX, Culinary Talent Development, as a member of the Operational Excellence team, works collaboratively to support OpX strategic initiatives. The major (but not exclusive) focus of this role will be in the areas of Culinary Talent Development ? including recruiting, onboarding, training & resources, and career development of Aramark culinary talent across the US Sector. This position collaborates extensively with LOB OpX leaders, culinary leaders and operations teams as well as all HQ functional support groups. **Job Responsibilities** **Specific Responsibilities** + Maintains a leadership role within the Culinary Council to collaboratively set priorities with the LOBs. + Establishes a community of culinary leaders across the sector who can provide expertise and/or direct support to strategic initiatives. + Works with other OpX and Hospitality Enablement resources to support and coordinate culinary-related initiatives. + Supports other OpX and Hospitality needs as required. + Works with a mentality of streamlining processes and removing obstacles for field operators. + Completes special projects and/or additional responsibilities as assigned. **Reporting Relationships** This position reports directly to the OpX Business Process Sr. Director. The position works closely with the Operational Excellence team, Line of Business OpX Teams, Operations teams, external vendors and a range of other Aramark business and support personnel. **Qualifications** + Culinary background preferred. + Excellent oral and written communication skills with demonstrated project management skills required. + Strong analytic and computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. + Creative, as well as flexible in attitude and style to adapt to feedback-based solutions in a rapidly changing, dynamic environment and evolving organization. + Ability to think creatively and approach a wide variety of issues or projects from new angles. + Position can be remote, but will require travel to HQ and other locations as needed. **Education** **About Aramark** **Our Mission** Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law. **About Aramark** The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .