Menu Development Specialist - Remote

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and strategic Menu Development Specialist to drive culinary innovation for their catering services from a fully remote position. This role is integral to maintaining our client's competitive edge by conceptualizing, testing, and refining menus that align with current market trends and client demands. You will collaborate with culinary and marketing teams to ensure our offerings are exciting, delicious, and operationally feasible. This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned culinary professional who thrives on creativity and enjoys the flexibility of a remote-first work environment, based anywhere in the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify emerging food trends, dietary preferences, and consumer demands to inform menu strategy.
• Develop innovative and appealing menu concepts, including detailed recipes, ingredient specifications, and preparation methods.
• Conduct rigorous testing and refinement of new dishes, ensuring optimal flavour profiles, presentation, and scalability.
• Collaborate with chefs and operations managers to ensure menu items are cost-effective and can be executed consistently across diverse locations.
• Create compelling menu descriptions and supporting collateral for marketing and sales purposes.
• Analyze feedback from clients and internal teams to iterate and improve existing menu offerings.

Requirements

• Significant experience in culinary development , menu planning, or a senior chef role within the catering industry.
• Proven ability to create innovative and commercially viable menu items.
• Strong understanding of food costing , nutritional guidelines, and ingredient sourcing.
• Excellent research, analytical, and creative thinking skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, adept at presenting ideas remotely.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting .

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for bonuses.
• Significant autonomy and creative freedom in menu conception.
• Full remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Allowance for home office setup and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to shape the culinary identity of a leading catering provider.