Development Chef

Kerry; Dubai; On-site; AED 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in taste and nutrition is seeking a Culinary Expert to support the Sales Team. This role emphasizes product development, innovative cuisine integration, and effective presentations across the Middle East. Candidates should possess strong culinary skills, a background in food manufacturing, and relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years in the food industry, specifically in food and/or ingredients manufacturing.
• Experience in product and/or menu development.
• Able to work in a busy kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop commercially viable products combining innovative ideas with kitchen capabilities.
• Promote new products and generate creative ideas aligned with food trends.
• Manage multiple projects within established timelines.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Creativity

Commercial Acumen

Strong Presentation Skills

Education

City and guilds 706/1-2 or NVQ Level 2 and 3 or equivalent

Job description

Requisition ID: 59225

Position Type: FT Permanent

Workplace Arrangement: #LI-Onsite

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

This role plays a key commercial role by offering culinary expertise to support the Sales Team. This person helps showcase Kerry’s unique taste solutions and technologies to customers. Working closely with RDA, Sales, and Marketing, the chef is part of the Food Service commercial team and supports customer visits and presentations. The role involves frequent travel across the Middle East.

Key responsibilities

• Combine innovative and creative ideas with exceptional kitchen capabilities to develop products that are commercially viable for both the business and the end users.
• Use enthusiasm, creativity, strong culinary skills, and commercial acumen to effectively promote the benefits and added value of each new product.
• Generate creative ideas aligned with current and future food trends, and translate them into exciting and appealing menus and food offerings.
• Be highly innovative and open to new ideas, cuisines, and concepts.
• Stay up to date with the latest food trends in the market.
• Demonstrate strong visual and sensory awareness with a keen eye for food presentation styles.
• Support the successful launch of new products, menus, or recipe dishes.
• Collaborate with global Kerry chefs when required.
• Professionally participate in and conduct product presentations for both internal and external customers.
• Ensure culinary execution aligns with the customer positioning of each new product.
• Manage multiple projects within established timelines across the Kerry business.
• Contribute to sales growth through thoughtful product selection, execution, and creative development.
• Continuously review responsibilities and performance to maintain best-in-class standards.
• Enhance Kerry’s reputation for food quality and innovation with customers.
• Participate in culinary and technology meetings as needed.

Note: This job description is not exhaustive.

Qualifications and skills

• Preferably at least 4 years in the Food industry, specifically in food and/or ingredients manufacturing.
• Proven track record of product and/or menu development.
• Experience working in a busy kitchen environment.
• Able to present well with passion and commitment to amazing food.
• Ability to work seamlessly cross-functionally.
• Able to manage multiple briefs and manage time.
• Language proficiency in English & Arabic is preferred.
• Qualifications: City and guilds 706/1-2 or NVQ Level 2 and 3 or equivalent.

Note: This role will require travel across the Middle East region approximately 50%.

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.

Recruiter: #LI-RG1
Posting Type: LI