Development Chef

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a proactive Development Chef to collaborate with the Executive Chef and create exciting food concepts. This role involves launching new outlets and maintaining high-quality culinary offerings while ensuring profitability. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in catering management, a background as a Head Chef, and a passion for food trends. Join a dynamic environment where your creativity can shine and make a significant impact on the culinary landscape.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in catering and kitchen management, especially in high-volume operations.
• Background as a Head Chef with a creative approach to food concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation of diverse menus tailored to various restaurant styles.
• Conduct audits to ensure compliance with health and food safety regulations.

Skills

Catering Management

Menu Development

Leadership

Food Safety Compliance

Job description

Job Description: Development Chef

We are currently working with a client seeking a proactive Development Chef to collaborate with the Executive Chef. The role involves creating and executing innovative food concepts, launching new outlets, and maintaining high-quality culinary offerings while ensuring gross profit margins. A background in Restaurant, B&I, or Independent Education is desirable, along with a passion for food and willingness to try new concepts.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead the creation of diverse menus and packaged foods tailored to various price points and restaurant styles, adapting them to the team’s capabilities.
2. Assist in refreshing and enhancing food offerings, aligning with current and emerging food trends to create appealing menu items.
3. Conduct audits to ensure compliance with health, safety, food safety, and environmental regulations.
4. Assist in stock counting and variance analysis.

Skills and Experience:

• Extensive experience in catering/kitchen management, including high volume and multi-site operations.
• Previous role as a Head Chef.
• Demonstrated successful leadership experience.
• Creative approach to developing catering services, incorporating new food concepts and trends.