Development Chef — High-Volume Menu R&D Leader

COREcruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in food industry is seeking a Development Chef to create innovative, cost-effective menus for high-volume catering environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong culinary background and experience in food development. The role requires strong commercial acumen, excellent culinary skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. The position offers a salary package between SAR35-40k pm plus a bonus scheme.

Qualifications

• Strong culinary background with fine dining experience and food development.
• Experience as Development Chef, Executive Chef, or R&D Chef.
• Knowledge of high-volume catering processes and production kitchen systems.

Responsibilities

• Create, test, and roll out innovative menus for high-volume catering.
• Ensure dishes comply with nutritional and food safety standards.
• Collaborate with Culinary Team, Chefs, and Procurement.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Menu engineering

Food safety knowledge

Strong communication skills

Innovation in food trends

Job description

A leading recruitment agency in food industry is seeking a Development Chef to create innovative, cost-effective menus for high-volume catering environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong culinary background and experience in food development. The role requires strong commercial acumen, excellent culinary skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. The position offers a salary package between SAR35-40k pm plus a bonus scheme.