Senior Remote Catering Chef

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Fully remote work

Home kitchen tool allowance

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly creative and experienced Senior Remote Catering Chef to lead our culinary team. This fully remote role involves overseeing menu creation, recipe development, and quality control for a global clientele from your own kitchen or affiliated facility.

You will collaborate with event planners and operations managers via digital platforms to ensure culinary excellence aligns with client expectations and operational feasibility.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Head Chef or Senior Catering Chef.
• Ability to lead remote culinary teams with clear guidance.
• Experience with global cuisines and creative catering menus.
• Experience with menu costing and sourcing high-quality ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of innovative catering menus for a global clientele.
• Create detailed recipes, plating guides, and prep instructions for remote teams.
• Oversee quality control of culinary outputs, ensuring consistency and taste.
• Collaborate with event planners and logistics teams for timely execution.
• Conduct virtual taste tests and client consultations to refine menus.
• Manage food cost control, inventory and sourcing strategies.

Skills

Head Chef

Remote leadership

Culinary expertise

Menu costing

Inventory management

Tools

Recipe management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly creative and experienced Senior Remote Catering Chef to lead their culinary team in developing and executing exceptional dishes for a global clientele. This role is fully remote, requiring the chef to oversee menu creation, recipe development, and quality control from their own professional kitchen or a designated facility. You will collaborate closely with event planners and operations managers using digital platforms to ensure culinary excellence aligns with client expectations and operational feasibility. This is a unique opportunity for a visionary culinary professional to innovate and lead in a remote catering environment, shaping culinary experiences without geographic limitations. Your expertise will be key in maintaining our client's reputation for outstanding food quality and creativity.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of innovative and diverse catering menus, considering global culinary trends, dietary restrictions, and seasonal ingredients.
• Create detailed recipes, plating guides, and preparation instructions for remote kitchen teams or partner facilities.
• Oversee quality control for all culinary outputs, ensuring consistency, presentation, and taste standards are met.
• Collaborate with event planners and logistics teams to ensure timely and efficient execution of culinary aspects for all events.
• Conduct virtual taste tests and client consultations to refine menus and ensure satisfaction.
• Manage food cost control, inventory, and sourcing strategies in coordination with procurement teams.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Head Chef or Senior Catering Chef, with a strong portfolio of creative catering menus.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire culinary teams remotely through effective communication and clear guidance.
• In-depth knowledge of various cuisines, culinary techniques, and food presentation styles.
• Experience with menu costing, inventory management, and sourcing high-quality ingredients.
• Proficiency in using virtual collaboration tools, recipe management software, and digital communication platforms.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work opportunity, offering significant flexibility and autonomy.
• Allowance for professional culinary tools and home kitchen enhancements.
• Access to continuous learning and development opportunities in culinary arts.
• Opportunity to influence menu direction and culinary innovation for a leading catering company.