Senior Corporate Chef: Menu Innovation & Training (Hybrid)

Placements24; Mexicali; Hybrid; MXN 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Performance bonuses

Hybrid work model

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24, on behalf of a prestigious culinary group based in Mexicali, is seeking a Chef Corporativo Senior to lead culinary development and operational excellence. This hybrid role combines hands-on kitchen leadership with strategic planning across multiple concepts.

You will drive menu engineering, cost control, quality assurance, and staff training, ensuring brand standards are met across locations. Travel within the region and occasional evenings are required.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent certification from a recognized institution.
• Minimum of 7 years in high-volume kitchens, with 3+ years in senior leadership.
• Expertise in menu development, costing, and kitchen management.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety regulations.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and inventory software.
• Willingness to travel regionally; flexible scheduling including evenings/weekends.
• Experience across diverse culinary styles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of innovative menus across concepts.
• Maintain highest standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Oversee culinary training programs for chefs and staff.
• Manage food costs, inventory, and supplier relationships.
• Conduct site visits to Mexicali locations for QA and support.
• Collaborate with marketing and management for events and openings.
• Stay updated on trends, techniques, and technologies.
• Enforce HACCP and food safety protocols; mentor junior staff.
• Drive culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Costing

Food safety (HACCP)

Communication

Team building

Project management

Menu engineering

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Inventory management software

Job description

Placements24, on behalf of a prestigious culinary group based in Mexicali, is seeking a Chef Corporativo Senior to lead culinary development and operational excellence. This hybrid role combines hands-on kitchen leadership with strategic planning across multiple concepts.

You will drive menu engineering, cost control, quality assurance, and staff training, ensuring brand standards are met across locations. Travel within the region and occasional evenings are required.