Remote Senior Food Stylist & Menu Consultant

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 919,000 - 1,608,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible schedule

Freelance contract

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Food Stylist & Menu Consultant for a fully remote role. The candidate brings a proven track record in professional food styling, menu development, and strong visual sense for flavor and plating across digital media.

You will collaborate with culinary teams, photographers, and videographers to craft compelling visuals, source props, and stay ahead of current trends. Remote work offers flexible scheduling and global collaboration opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of professional food styling experience with a strong portfolio.
• Proven experience in menu development or consulting.
• Exceptional understanding of color theory and food presentation.
• Knowledge of current food trends, ingredients, and techniques.
• Excellent communication and ability to work in remote teams.
• Proficiency with digital photography and editing software is a plus.
• Independent work style with strong time management and deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with high creativity and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and execute food styling for photography, videography, and digital content.
• Develop visually appealing menu concepts and specific dishes.
• Collaborate with culinary teams, photographers, and videographers to achieve aesthetics.
• Source props, ingredients, and equipment for styling assignments.
• Ensure styling aligns with brand guidelines and project goals.
• Provide expert consultation on menu development and presentation.
• Stay updated on food trends and styling techniques.
• Manage project timelines and remote deliverables.
• Maintain an organized virtual workspace and equipment.
• Contribute ideas for new culinary projects and campaigns.

Skills

Food styling

Menu development

Color theory

Visual aesthetics

Remote collaboration

Photography editing

Time management

Communication

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Lightroom

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in digital culinary content creation and virtual dining experiences, is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Food Stylist & Menu Consultant to join their remote team. This role is designed for an individual with an exceptional eye for visual presentation and a deep understanding of culinary arts, menu engineering, and food trends. You will be responsible for conceptualizing and executing the visual appeal of food for various media, including online platforms, recipe development, and promotional materials. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to leverage your creativity and expertise from anywhere. You will play a key role in shaping the aesthetic and appeal of our client's culinary offerings.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, plan, and execute food styling for photography, videography, and digital content across various platforms.
• Develop visually appealing and trend-forward menu concepts and specific dishes, considering presentation and feasibility.
• Collaborate closely with culinary teams, photographers, and videographers to achieve desired aesthetic outcomes.
• Source props, ingredients, and equipment necessary for food styling assignments.
• Ensure all food styling aligns with brand guidelines and project objectives.
• Provide expert consultation on menu development, focusing on taste profiles, ingredient combinations, and presentation.
• Stay current with food trends, styling techniques, and industry best practices.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables effectively in a remote setting.
• Maintain a clean and organized virtual workspace and manage personal equipment.
• Contribute creative ideas to brainstorming sessions for new culinary projects and campaigns.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in professional food styling, with a strong portfolio showcasing a wide range of styles and projects.
• Proven experience in menu development, consulting, or culinary arts.
• Exceptional understanding of color theory, composition, and visual aesthetics in relation to food.
• Strong knowledge of current food trends, ingredients, and cooking techniques.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in remote teams.
• Proficiency with digital photography and editing software is a plus.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines consistently.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of creativity and problem-solving skills.
• A passion for food and its visual presentation.
• Access to a well-equipped kitchen space and reliable high-speed internet for remote work.

Benefits

• This contract role offers a competitive freelance rate, commensurate with experience and the quality of your portfolio.
• You will have the flexibility to work remotely, setting your own schedule within project deadlines.
• This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to high-profile projects for a respected company in the digital culinary space.
• Gain exposure to diverse projects and collaborate with talented professionals worldwide.
• We value creativity, expertise, and reliable performance in our remote contractors.