Remote Executive Chef — Global Menu Innovation Lead

Placements24

Mtubatuba Local Municipality

Hybrid

ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote role

Competitive executive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development funding

Equipment allowance

Flexible lifestyle

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Executive Chef to lead culinary development from a home kitchen. The role focuses on innovative menu concepts, recipe creation, testing, and documentation for global markets.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in senior culinary roles, expertise in menu engineering and food costing, and strong leadership. This fully remote position offers global impact and creative autonomy.

Qualifications

Culinary degree from a reputable institution or equivalent extensive professional experience.
Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience as an Executive Chef, Head Chef, or in a senior culinary development role, preferably within upscale or fine dining establishments.
Demonstrated expertise in recipe development, menu engineering, and food costing.
In-depth knowledge of global cuisines, modern culinary techniques, and flavor pairings.
Excellent palate and strong sensory evaluation skills.
Proficiency in culinary software and standard office applications.
Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to work autonomously.
Exceptional communication, presentation, and collaboration abilities.
Ability to work effectively in a remote environment, demonstrating self-discipline and initiative.
A portfolio showcasing innovative culinary creations is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Conceptualize, design, and develop innovative new menu items and culinary concepts for diverse market segments.
Conduct thorough research into emerging food trends, ingredients, and culinary techniques worldwide.
Create detailed recipes, specifications, and preparation guidelines for all developed dishes.
Lead and execute culinary testing and tasting sessions, evaluating flavor profiles, presentation, and cost-effectiveness.
Collaborate with culinary teams and marketing departments to ensure successful implementation of new offerings.
Develop standardized recipes and operational procedures to ensure consistency across all applications.
Manage ingredient sourcing, quality control, and supplier relationships for new product development.
Stay current with food safety regulations and best practices.
Document and present culinary concepts and prototypes to stakeholders.
Maintain an organized and efficient remote culinary workspace.