Coordinador de A&B | Innovación de Menú (Hybrid)

Placements24; Puebla de Zaragoza; Hybrid; MXN 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Hybrid work model

Professional growth opportunities

Impactful product development work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Coordinador de Alimentos y Bebidas con Enfoque en Desarrollo de Producto in Puebla, Mexico. This hybrid role centers on developing and launching new menu items and beverage programs, supported by market research, trend analysis, and cross-functional collaboration with chefs and suppliers.

You will contribute to costing, testing, and launching items, while ensuring quality and presentation standards across multiple establishments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, Food Science, Culinary Arts, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in food and beverage operations, with a focus on product development, menu planning, or culinary innovation.
• Strong understanding of market research methodologies and data analysis.
• Creative mindset with a passion for food and beverage trends.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment, managing tasks both remotely and in the office.
• Knowledge of food and beverage costing principles.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams is a plus.
• Familiarity with the culinary landscape of Puebla is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to identify emerging food and beverage trends, consumer preferences, and competitor activities.
• Analyze sales data and customer feedback to identify opportunities for new product development and menu enhancements.
• Collaborate with chefs, bar managers, and suppliers to develop new recipes, concepts, and signature items.
• Assist in the costing, testing, and launch of new menu items and beverage programs.
• Develop product specifications and operational guidelines for new offerings.
• Coordinate with marketing teams to create promotional materials and launch strategies for new products.
• Ensure new products meet quality, taste, and presentation standards.
• Monitor the performance of new product launches and gather feedback for continuous improvement.
• Stay updated on industry best practices in product development and innovation.
• Support existing food and beverage operations as needed in a hybrid capacity.

Skills

Market research

Data analysis

Creative mindset

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Hybrid work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Coordinador de Alimentos y Bebidas con Enfoque en Desarrollo de Producto in Puebla, Mexico. This hybrid role centers on developing and launching new menu items and beverage programs, supported by market research, trend analysis, and cross-functional collaboration with chefs and suppliers.

You will contribute to costing, testing, and launching items, while ensuring quality and presentation standards across multiple establishments.