Gourmet Chocolate Academy Chef & Training Lead

Barry Callebaut Manufacturing Iberica SA.; Ataşehir; On-site; TRY 2,055,498 - 2,569,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Creative role at the heart of the Chocolate Academy

Opportunity to work with premium brands and chefs

Exposure to global innovations and best practices

Collaborative and people-focused environment

Competitive compensation

Job summary

A leading chocolate manufacturer in Turkey is seeking a passionate Chef for their Chocolate Academy. This creative role involves recipe development, conducting research and training, and supporting Academy operations. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Culinary Arts or 5+ years of relevant experience, and possess a strong passion for chocolate and culinary innovation. This position offers competitive compensation and an inspiring work environment.

Qualifications

• Strong passion for chocolate, pastry and culinary innovation.
• Proactive, autonomous and comfortable working in a dynamic environment.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Team-oriented mindset with refined communication skills.
• Fluent English (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Develop original recipes using local and global brands.
• Conduct R&D and application development.
• Prepare special recipes supporting global innovations.
• Execute photo shoots and content creation.
• Deliver and support courses and demos.
• Organize co-creation and inspiration days.
• Lead production execution for Academy events.
• Oversee daily Chocolate Academy operations.
• Coordinate and supervise support staff.
• Manage ordering and inventory.
• Support organization of special events.

Skills

Passion for chocolate

Culinary innovation

Organizational skills

Team work

Fluent English

Education

Degree in Culinary or Pastry Arts

5 years of relevant industry experience

Job description

A leading chocolate manufacturer in Turkey is seeking a passionate Chef for their Chocolate Academy. This creative role involves recipe development, conducting research and training, and supporting Academy operations. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Culinary Arts or 5+ years of relevant experience, and possess a strong passion for chocolate and culinary innovation. This position offers competitive compensation and an inspiring work environment.