Executive Chef (Remote Sector) M/W

Newrest Group; Brasil; Teletrabalho; BRL 329.000 - 440.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A leading international catering company is seeking an Executive Chef to oversee culinary operations in the LATAM region. Responsibilities include developing cost-effective menus, managing teams, conducting audits, and participating in client relations. The ideal candidate has strong culinary expertise and experience in operational management. Frequent travel to client sites in remote areas is required.

Serviços

Opportunity for international travel

Participation in culinary community events

Qualificações

• Passionate chef with diverse culinary expertise and management skills.
• Experience in cost-effective menu development and compliance with food standards.
• Ability to manage teams and conduct training.

Responsabilidades

• Visit customer sites to oversee culinary processes and ensure standards.
• Collaborate with the Group Executive Chef and local teams.
• Participate in recipe harmonization and culinary audits.

Conhecimentos

Culinary expertise

Cost control

Operational excellence

Menu development

Team collaboration

Formação académica

Culinary degree or equivalent experience

Ferramentas

WinRest

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Newrest is hiring an EXECUTIVE CHEF for the "Remote sector" based in LATAM area.

You are a passionate chef with diverse culinary expertise, driven by operational excellence, achievement of objectives, cost control, processes, and organization. You are constantly seeking improvement and a career in an international group.

"The position requires frequent travel to remote countries where Newrest operates."

MISSION:

You will report directly to the Group Executive Chef (based in the Group HQ) and collaborate with Managing Directors in your geographical area.

Your main mission is to visit customer sites and Newrest kitchens, support teams in achieving their group objectives, and lead culinary processes in line with group standards. This includes developing cost-effective menus tailored to client expectations and operational constraints.

Culinary Production & Innovation:

• Participate in harmonizing recipes and menus according to customer specifications and regional standards.
• Ensure deadlines and cost-effective food preparation are met, maintaining high standards of quality and hygiene in collaboration with the QHSE department.
• Supervise setup and cooking processes (washing, cutting, baking, etc.) to ensure readiness and consistency.
• Maintain recipe sheets in our system (WinRest), ensuring compliance with client and company standards.
• Provide culinary expertise across all sites under your supervision.
• Minimize food waste and ensure efficient use of ingredients.
• Collaborate with the Group Executive Chef's team.
• Contribute to the development of the Chefs Unlimited Newrest community, organizing regional events and sharing information to promote this community.

Management & Compliance

• Work with the Group Executive Chef to implement strategies, lead meetings with GMs, VPs, and Sales Directors to develop your intervention area.
• Evaluate and optimize resources, tools, and workflows.
• Conduct internal audits and food tests to ensure menu compliance (ingredients, portions, etc.).
• Collaborate with the QHSE Department to enforce protocols (HACCP, HSE, safety).
• Support local teams with training, supervision, and knowledge transfer to enhance culinary performance.

Commercial & Client Relations

• Work closely with the commercial team to understand and meet client expectations.
• Represent the company in client tenders, site visits, presentations, and tastings, both in-person and remotely.
• Build culinary trust with clients by clearly communicating taste, quality, and technical aspects.
• Ensure transparency with clients and customers.
• Provide all documentation necessary for menu execution.

Travel & Representation

• Visit client sites to introduce yourself to teams (LATAM, Africa, etc.).
• Manage your schedule according to the needs of your area.
• Harmonize practices despite cultural differences within your scope.
• Motivate your scope by providing a lean management action plan.

This list is not exhaustive.