Remote Culinary Innovation Chef - Global Flavor Architect

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full remote work flexibility

Competitive contract rate

Impactful culinary direction

Creative culinary exploration

Distance collaboration with team

Long-term project extensions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Remote Culinary Innovation Chef to pioneer new gastronomy from anywhere in South Africa. You will research global trends, develop cutting-edge recipes, and conceptualize menu items for large-scale catering, collaborating with virtual teams to keep the brand at the forefront of culinary evolution.

The ideal candidate has deep experience in recipe development, a strong portfolio, and a culinary degree.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in culinary roles focusing on recipe development and menu creation.
• Strong portfolio with diverse culinary styles and successful menu launches.
• Ability to work autonomously in a remote setting.
• Expert knowledge of food science, flavors, and presentation.
• Experience with dietary needs (vegan, gluten-free, allergen-aware).
• Proficient with digital collaboration and recipe management software.
• Culinary degree or equivalent certification is essential.

Responsibilities

• Research global culinary trends to identify opportunities for innovation.
• Develop and test new, marketable recipes for large-scale catering.
• Collaborate remotely with development teams to implement new dishes.
• Create detailed recipes, preparation methods, and plating guidelines.
• Conduct virtual taste tests and gather feedback.
• Develop training materials for kitchen staff on new techniques.
• Explore sustainable ingredients and innovative cooking methods.
• Document culinary innovations and maintain a recipe database.
• Contribute to brand positioning as a leader in culinary excellence.

Skills

Culinary experience

Recipe development

Menu creation

Remote work

Food science

Flavor pairings

Dietary knowledge

Digital collaboration tools

Project management

Culinary degree

South Africa-based

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

Recipe management software

Collaboration software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Remote Culinary Innovation Chef to pioneer new gastronomy from anywhere in South Africa. You will research global trends, develop cutting-edge recipes, and conceptualize menu items for large-scale catering, collaborating with virtual teams to keep the brand at the forefront of culinary evolution.

The ideal candidate has deep experience in recipe development, a strong portfolio, and a culinary degree.