Kitchen Product R&D Lead: Menu Innovation & Scale

Newstart Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice company in Singapore seeks an experienced R&D professional specializing in Hunan cuisine. The role involves implementing product strategies, overseeing menu development, and enabling innovative techniques in foodservice. Candidates should have over 5 years of relevant experience, ideally in the Southeast Asian market, and possess a strong understanding of food standardization processes. This position promises an engaging environment focused on culinary innovation.

Qualifications

• More than 5 years of experience in Hunan cuisine R&D, preferably in Southeast Asian foodservice.
• Strong understanding of back-of-house workflow and kitchen equipment optimization.
• Ability to adapt to a high-frequency new product launch pace.

Responsibilities

• Implement and enhance the company's overall product strategy.
• Oversee dish concept development, tasting trials, and cost control.
• Lead the R&D team to innovate in modern cuisine and ingredient technology.

Skills

Hunan cuisine R&D experience

Industrialized foodservice mindset

Market sensitivity and resilience under pressure

Job description

A leading foodservice company in Singapore seeks an experienced R&D professional specializing in Hunan cuisine. The role involves implementing product strategies, overseeing menu development, and enabling innovative techniques in foodservice. Candidates should have over 5 years of relevant experience, ideally in the Southeast Asian market, and possess a strong understanding of food standardization processes. This position promises an engaging environment focused on culinary innovation.