Development Chef

Coburg Banks Limited; Smethwick; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier in the foodservice industry is seeking a Development Chef to enhance their team. This role involves researching menu offerings, identifying market gaps, and collaborating on product presentations. Ideal candidates will have senior culinary experience, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of the foodservice market. The role offers a salary of £40,000 to £45,000 and a hybrid working arrangement.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangement

Company-provided laptop

Mobile phone provided

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a senior-level chef with extensive foodservice market knowledge.
• Exceptional communication and networking skills.
• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills.
• Proficient in computer use.
• Clean driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyse prospective foodservice menus.
• Identify and address potential gaps in foodservice offerings.
• Propose suitable products for prospective menus.
• Collaborate with the National Account Manager during presentations.
• Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers.
• Provide insights on market trends and competitor activities.
• Source new raw materials and foster relationships with supply partners.

Skills

Foodservice market knowledge

Communication skills

Networking skills

Numeracy skills

Literacy skills

Computer proficiency

Job description

Are you a culinary professional looking to expand your career? Our client is seeking a Development Chef to join their dynamic team. The company specialises in manufacturing and supplying a variety of frozen meals and snacks to the foodservice industry.

• Salary ranging from 40,000 to 45,000 per annum
• Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working
• Benefit from a company-provided laptop and mobile phone

The Role:
The Development Chef will play a crucial role in driving growth. Key responsibilities include:

• Research and analyse prospective foodservice menus
• Identify and address potential gaps in foodservice offerings
• Propose suitable products for prospective menus
• Collaborate with the National Account Manager during product presentations
• Build and maintain relationships with key decision makers
• Give insights on market trends and competitor activities
• Source new raw materials and foster relationships with supply partners

The Candidate:
The ideal person for the Development Chef position will have the following:

• Proven experience as a senior-level chef with extensive foodservice market knowledge
• Exceptional communication, social, and networking skills
• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills
• Proficient in computer use
• Clean driving licence
• Preferably based in the Midlands area

The Package:
The Development Chef will enjoy a comprehensive package including:

• Annual salary of 40,000 - 45,000
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Laptop and mobile phone provided

The company is a leading manufacturer and supplier of frozen meals and snacks, catering to the foodservice market. They are committed to innovation and quality, ensuring their products meet the evolving needs of their clients.

If you are a skilled chef with a passion for development and a knack for building excellent industry relationships, this Development Chef role could be your next career move. Apply today and take the next step in your culinary career.

If you have experience as a Culinary Development Chef, Foodservice Development Manager, Product Development Chef, Innovation Chef, or Menu Development Specialist, you might find this Development Chef role particularly interesting. Coburg Banks Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.