Remote Menu Developer - Catering

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Competitive salary with remote work

Professional growth opportunities

Work from home balance

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Remote Menu Developer to design and refine catering menus from a home office. You will collaborate with culinary and sales teams to create seasonal specials, themed menus and custom options, while ensuring cost-effectiveness and food safety compliance.

This fully remote role rewards creative menu innovation, requires independent project management, and offers a flexible work environment along with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Menu Developer, Chef, or similar culinary role.
• Strong knowledge of diverse cuisines, ingredients, and techniques.
• Excellent understanding of food costing and profitability.
• Ability to work independently and manage remote projects.
• Creative flair and a passion for food innovation.
• Proficiency in recipe management software and standard office apps.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new and existing menu items for catering services and events.
• Conduct research on current culinary trends, dietary needs, and competitor offerings.
• Collaborate with chefs and kitchen staff to test recipes, determine costing, and ensure feasibility.
• Create detailed menu descriptions, ingredient lists, and preparation guidelines.
• Ensure all menus comply with food safety regulations and allergen labeling requirements.
• Adapt menus based on client feedback and specific event requirements.

Skills

Menu development

Culinary costing

Food safety knowledge

Remote work

Tools

Recipe management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and innovative Remote Menu Developer with a passion for culinary excellence to join their team. In this fully remote position, you will be instrumental in designing and refining catering menus, ensuring they are creative, cost-effective, and meet the diverse needs of our clientele. You will work closely with the culinary and sales teams to develop seasonal specials, themed menus, and customized options, all while adhering to food safety standards and current culinary trends. This role offers a unique opportunity for a creative food professional to shape the culinary offerings of a leading catering service from the comfort of their own home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop new and existing menu items for various catering services and events.
• Conduct research on current culinary trends, dietary needs, and competitor offerings.
• Collaborate with chefs and kitchen staff to test recipes, determine costing, and ensure feasibility.
• Create detailed menu descriptions, ingredient lists, and preparation guidelines.
• Ensure all menus comply with food safety regulations and allergen labeling requirements.
• Adapt menus based on client feedback and specific event requirements.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Menu Developer , Chef, or similar culinary role.
• Strong knowledge of diverse cuisines, ingredients, and food preparation techniques.
• Excellent understanding of food costing and profitability.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote setting.
• Creative flair and a passion for food innovation.
• Proficiency in using recipe management software and standard office applications.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with fully remote flexibility.
• Opportunity to shape the culinary direction of a leading catering service.
• Creative freedom and professional growth.
• Work from home, enjoying a better work-life balance.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.