Remote Menu Planner & Development Chef

About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative and innovative Remote Menu Planner & Development Chef to join their expanding operations, serving clients across the UK, with a significant focus on the Edinburgh area. This fully remote position involves designing exciting and commercially viable menus, developing new recipes, and ensuring culinary standards are met virtually. You will collaborate closely with the operations team and clients to create bespoke catering solutions, driving culinary trends and maintaining a high level of innovation. This role is perfect for a chef who excels in recipe creation and menu strategy and thrives in a flexible, home-based work setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design, and develop diverse menus for various catering events and client needs.
• Create detailed recipes, costing information, and preparation guidelines for all menu items.
• Stay abreast of current culinary trends, market demands, and dietary requirements to inform menu innovation.
• Collaborate remotely with the catering operations team to ensure feasibility and quality of execution.
• Conduct virtual taste-testing sessions and gather feedback for menu refinement.
• Develop and document standardized recipes and plating guides for kitchen teams nationwide.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Menu Developer, Development Chef, or Senior Chef with a strong portfolio of creative menus.
• Excellent understanding of culinary arts, food trends, and recipe development .
• Strong grasp of food costing, nutritional information, and dietary considerations (e.g., vegan, gluten-free).
• Proficiency in using digital tools for recipe management and communication in a remote setting.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a home-based environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary for a remote position .
• Significant input into the culinary direction of the company.
• Flexible working hours and the freedom to work from home.
• Opportunity to develop innovative menus for a diverse client base.
• Be part of a forward-thinking and dynamic catering business.