Culinary Development Lead- Indian Cuisine & Menu Innovation

MADURA'S RESTAURANT & CAFE PTE. LTD.; Dublin; On-site; EUR 84,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Madura's Restaurant & Cafe Pte Ltd in Little India, Singapore seeks a seasoned Culinary Development Manager to lead authentic Indian cuisine initiatives, recipe development, and menu standardisation across restaurant and catering operations.

The role focuses on developing signature dishes, improving cooking processes, managing food costs and training kitchen teams to ensure consistent quality in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Indian culinary operations, recipe development or senior chef positions.
• Extensive hands-on expertise in South Indian regional cuisine (Tamil Nadu, Chettinad, Andhra, Telangana, Kerala).
• Strong knowledge of North Indian cuisine, tandoori, biryani, vegetarian and non-vegetarian preparations.
• Proven experience in menu development, recipe standardisation and culinary innovation.
• Strong understanding of commercial kitchen operations, food costing and quality management.

Responsibilities

• Research, develop and introduce authentic Indian dishes, signature recipes, seasonal menus and promotional concepts.
• Develop South Indian specials (Chettinad curries, biryani, regional gravies, tiffin varieties, traditional meals).
• Enhance North Indian, tandoori, vegetarian and non-vegetarian offerings.
• Conduct recipe trials, tastings and product evaluations to improve taste and presentation.
• Develop catering menus for weddings, corporate functions and events.

Skills

Culinary development

Menu development

Recipe standardisation

Food costing

Training chefs

Kitchen management

Food safety

Job description

Madura's Restaurant & Cafe Pte Ltd in Little India, Singapore seeks a seasoned Culinary Development Manager to lead authentic Indian cuisine initiatives, recipe development, and menu standardisation across restaurant and catering operations.

The role focuses on developing signature dishes, improving cooking processes, managing food costs and training kitchen teams to ensure consistent quality in a fast-paced environment.