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Xavier Gruntz

Food Supply Strategy, R&D, Sourcing

€650/day
Paris, FR
15+ years

Average response time: 1 hour

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About Xavier

My passion for product innovation is at the heart of my professional approach. I have always strived to push the boundaries of culinary creativity, constantly seeking to integrate new ideas and techniques into the kitchen. This thirst for innovation has led me to excel in research and development (R&D), where I have worked on designing new products and improving existing offerings.

In addition, my expertise extends to sourcing and purchasing, where I have demonstrated an ability to identify and acquire quality ingredients, essential to the creation of dishes. My in-depth understanding of the supply chain and logistics has enabled me to optimize costs while maintaining high standards.

One of my most significant accomplishments has been my role in the development of Foodles. By highlighting my expertise, I helped this company become a success story, with 2 million meals served annually. I played a key role in creating a distinct and attractive culinary identity for Foodles, which greatly contributed to its success.

I am now available for consulting assignments, ready to bring my expertise and passion for catering and culinary innovation to your company. My goal is to help you develop unique concepts, improve product quality and optimize processes, in order to achieve success in this dynamic and constantly evolving sector.
  • English

    Fluent

  • French

    Native or bilingual

Can work on-site
Paris (up to 50km)

Experience

  • Foodles
    Head of Food
    RESTAURANTS AND FOOD SERVICE
    June 2019 - June 2023 (4 years)
    Clichy, France
    Repositioning of the Foodles culinary identity
    Creation of a new assisted catering offer
    Creation of the R&D, product, quality and purchasing division
    Outsourcing and referencing strategy
    Creation and launch of the production laboratory
    Creation of the offer and support for the launch of the UK
  • Boco
    Director of Food Supply and Purchasing
    RESTAURANTS AND FOOD SERVICE
    February 2017 - June 2019 (2 years and 4 months)
    Paris, France
    Redefinition of the offer
    Implementation of seasonal menus, working in collaboration with 10 chefs with 2* and 3* Michelin stars, Meilleur Ouvrier de France
    Management of the offer for the various activities: Retail, BtoB, BtoC, Air, Rail network
    Creation of a new activity dedicated to the hotel industry: Boco Hospitality
    Implementation of an online sales portal: Boco Dans mon Frigo
    Supplier sourcing, products, references
    Development of Specifications, operational supports
    Audit, Monitoring of productions, and compliance with specifications at the various subcontractors
    Implementation of a distribution platform
  • Groupe Le Duff
    Research and Development Director Brioche Dorée Brand
    RESTAURANTS AND FOOD SERVICE
    April 2014 - October 2015 (1 year and 6 months)
    Rennes, France
    R&D and innovation strategy for the France and international brand
    Implementation of annual product committees with the various support services
    Development of Specifications and call for tenders to subcontractors
    Post-manufacturing and industrial production monitoring according to specifications
    Project management (Creation of a solo building, Master sandwich competition, Creation of a culinary academy)

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Education

  • BTS Hotel and Restaurant Management Marketing
    ESH Paris Hotel School
    2002
  • ESCF
    Ferrandi
    1998

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