Menu Developer (Remote)

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and experienced Menu Developer to work remotely, focusing on designing innovative and appealing menus for their diverse catering services. This role is critical in maintaining and enhancing the culinary appeal of the company, requiring a deep understanding of food trends, ingredient seasonality, and cost-effective recipe development. You will collaborate with various stakeholders, including chefs, marketing, and sales teams, to create menus that meet client needs and business objectives, all from a remote setting. This is an ideal opportunity for a culinary professional passionate about menu engineering and recipe creation in a flexible, home-based capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design, and develop new menus and menu items for various catering services, considering dietary restrictions and preferences.
• Create detailed recipes, including ingredient lists, preparation instructions, plating guidelines, and costings.
• Conduct market research to identify emerging food trends, competitor offerings, and customer demands.
• Collaborate with the culinary team and operations managers to ensure feasibility of menu items for production and service.
• Develop nutritional information and allergen statements for menu items.
• Test and refine recipes, conducting virtual taste panels and gathering feedback for continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Proven experience in menu development or recipe creation, preferably within the catering or hospitality industry.
• Strong knowledge of culinary arts, food science, and current food trends .
• Excellent understanding of costing, nutritional analysis, and allergen management.
• Proficiency in using recipe management software and virtual collaboration tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-related bonuses.
• Full remote working arrangement, providing significant flexibility.
• Opportunity to exercise creativity and influence the culinary direction of the company.
• Generous allowance for home office expenses and professional development.
• Collaborative and supportive virtual team environment.