Remote Menu Planner & Food Stylist

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 248,000 - 441,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Menu Planner & Food Stylist to design visually stunning menus for digital catering experiences. You will conceptualize concepts, write detailed recipes, and guide food presentation for virtual classes and online content while working with a distributed team.

The role emphasizes creativity, culinary knowledge, and clear recipe instructions. You will collaborate remotely, manage timelines, and adapt menus for dietary needs, delivering engaging content for a global

Qualifications

• Proven experience in menu planning and food styling.
• Strong portfolio of menu development and food styling work.
• Excellent culinary knowledge and recipe development skills.
• Experience with virtual collaboration tools and remote work.
• Strong communication and time-management for remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and develop creative, market-relevant menu plans for various digital catering offerings.
• Create detailed recipes, including ingredient lists, precise measurements, and step-by-step instructions suitable for publication and online tutorials.
• Provide expert guidance and direction on food styling and presentation for photo shoots, video productions, and other digital content.
• Ensure menu plans are adaptable for different dietary needs and preferences (e.g., vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free).
• Collaborate with marketing and content teams to ensure menu concepts align with brand messaging and target audience.
• Research current culinary trends and incorporate them into menu development.
• Maintain a digital portfolio of styled food creations and menu concepts.
• Effectively communicate and present menu ideas and styling concepts to remote team members via virtual meetings.
• Ensure all developed recipes and styling guidelines are clear, concise, and easy to follow.

Skills

Menu planning

Food styling

Recipe writing

Culinary trends

Remote collaboration

Attention to detail

Tools

Zoom

Slack

Google Workspace

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading virtual event and digital content provider within the catering industry, is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Remote Menu Planner & Food Stylist. This role is pivotal in conceptualizing and designing visually appealing and logistically sound menus for our diverse range of digital platforms and online catering experiences. You will be responsible for developing innovative menu concepts, creating detailed recipe guides, and providing expert guidance on food presentation for virtual cooking classes, online catering packages, and digital recipe content. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of culinary trends, exceptional food styling skills, and the ability to translate creative ideas into practical, scalable menu plans. As a fully remote position, you will collaborate with a distributed team, leveraging digital tools to bring culinary visions to life. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented individual to shape the future of online culinary experiences from the comfort of their home, contributing to projects that reach a global audience.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and develop creative, market-relevant menu plans for various digital catering offerings.
• Create detailed recipes, including ingredient lists, precise measurements, and step-by-step instructions suitable for publication and online tutorials.
• Provide expert guidance and direction on food styling and presentation for photo shoots, video productions, and other digital content.
• Ensure menu plans are adaptable for different dietary needs and preferences (e.g., vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free).
• Collaborate with marketing and content teams to ensure menu concepts align with brand messaging and target audience.
• Research current culinary trends and incorporate them into menu development.
• Maintain a digital portfolio of styled food creations and menu concepts.
• Effectively communicate and present menu ideas and styling concepts to remote team members via virtual meetings.
• Ensure all developed recipes and styling guidelines are clear, concise, and easy to follow.

Requirements

• Proven experience in menu planning and food styling, preferably within a digital content creation or catering context.
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative menu development and exceptional food styling skills.
• Excellent understanding of culinary principles, ingredients, and food preparation techniques.
• Proficiency in recipe writing and development for various media.
• Experience with virtual collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Slack, Google Workspace).
• Strong visual aesthetic and creative flair.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for remote collaboration.
• A passion for food and a keen eye for detail.
• Self-motivated and proactive in a remote work environment.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to shape innovative digital culinary content.
• Flexible contract hours, allowing for project-based work.
• Work with a dynamic and forward-thinking remote team.
• Competitive compensation based on project scope and experience.
• Gain experience in the growing field of virtual catering and digital food media.