Menu Innovation Chef

TEA GARDEN MANAGEMENT SDN. BHD.; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefit

Education support

Staff Dining Discount

Job summary

TEA GARDEN MANAGEMENT SDN. BHD. is seeking a senior culinary developer to lead menu ideation, recipe creation, and cost management for our chain of restaurants in Malaysia.

You will translate market trends into new concepts while maintaining brand identity and quality standards. The role requires 5+ years in culinary development, strong creativity, and Mandarin communication skills. You will collaborate with finance, marketing, and supply chain to ensure successful rollouts across outlets,

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in culinary development, including food costing.
• Strong culinary skills with a creative and innovative approach to food.
• Proficiency in recipe development, portion control, and food costing analysis.
• Excellent understanding of food safety regulations and quality control.
• Strong organizational, project management, and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and develop new menu items from ideation to final recipe creation.
• Revise and enhance existing menu items based on customer feedback and market trends.
• Ensure that all recipes meet taste, quality, portion control, and presentation standards.
• Experiment with new ingredients, cooking techniques, and culinary trends to drive innovation.
• Stay updated on industry trends and incorporate new ideas into menu development.
• Develop detailed recipes with accurate ingredient lists, portion sizes, and cooking instructions.
• Conduct food costing analysis to ensure new menu items meet profitability targets.
• Collaborate with the finance team to establish pricing strategies for new products.
• Conduct sensory evaluations and taste tests for new and revised menu items.
• Gather feedback from internal stakeholders and focus groups to refine recipes.
• Train kitchen staff and chefs on new recipes, cooking techniques, and portion control.
• Develop training materials and recipe guides for consistent execution across locations.
• Work closely with marketing to align menu development with brand strategies.

Skills

Culinary skills

Creativity

Communication

Project management

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

TEA GARDEN MANAGEMENT SDN. BHD. is seeking a senior culinary developer to lead menu ideation, recipe creation, and cost management for our chain of restaurants in Malaysia.

You will translate market trends into new concepts while maintaining brand identity and quality standards. The role requires 5+ years in culinary development, strong creativity, and Mandarin communication skills. You will collaborate with finance, marketing, and supply chain to ensure successful rollouts across outlets,