Remote Lead Culinary Experience Designer

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 partners with a renowned bespoke events company to hire a Lead Culinary Event Designer. This remote-first role focuses on high-end events in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, and beyond.

You will translate abstract concepts into tangible menus, food presentations, and immersive culinary concepts while collaborating with clients and virtual teams. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in culinary arts, a strong portfolio, and excellent client-facing skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in culinary arts, food styling, or high-end event design with a strong portfolio.
• Strong understanding of flavor profiles and dietary needs.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills; able to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and design high-end culinary experiences and menus.
• Translate client visions into creative and feasible culinary offerings.
• Develop innovative food concepts, including interactive stations and bespoke cocktails.
• Create mood boards and presentations for proposals.
• Collaborate with caterers and chefs to execute designs.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.
• Manage multiple design projects with timely delivery.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Project management

Creative thinking

Communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Design, or related field

Tools

Design software

Virtual collaboration tools

Job description

Placements24 partners with a renowned bespoke events company to hire a Lead Culinary Event Designer. This remote-first role focuses on high-end events in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, and beyond.

You will translate abstract concepts into tangible menus, food presentations, and immersive culinary concepts while collaborating with clients and virtual teams. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in culinary arts, a strong portfolio, and excellent client-facing skills.