We are in the lookout for a Product Development & Quality Control Chef for our client, who would be responsible for creating of new recipes and quality control all F&B products. Central kitchen based role. Good knowledge of new trends and ingredients.Job responsibilities:
Developing new recipes.
Maintain a keen understanding of the ever-changing food and wellness market and consumer trends to develop a robust pipeline of innovation recipes.
Research, translate and implement new product and ingredient trends; focus on quality, health and convenience.
Brainstorming ideas for new products or existing product modifications/add-ons
Work with the nutrition team to make sure all development follows guidelines of nutrition.
Collaborate with the team in conducting shelf-life, sensory, product performance, and quality attribute testing of meals as part of the development process.
Support with the optimization and reformulation of existing products for cost, nutrition and quality.
Insure presentation and styling of all dishes to the highest standard.
Develop and maintain accurate records of test kitchen work, including formula, ingredients used, and cooking/processing procedures.
Execute R&D and food quality/safety assigned projects.
Translate research findings into meaningful business opportunities and communicate to cross-functional teams.
Leverage internal and external partners during all stages of development.
Other responsibilities as assigned by management.
Validate all current recipes on a daily basis and come up with suggestions for improvement.
Work with the Senior Chefs and make sure that the team follows the right cooking practices, and provide necessary training.
Monitors quality control process for Kitchen scale ups of approved recipes before implementation including providing a finalized recipe, instructions, and demonstration/training of outlet and kitchen staff on how to make the recipe, along with yields test and taste test approvals.
Works with Nutrition Team to develop annual revisions for menu items or modify existing items based on business need and menu engineering process.
Take part in monthly meal plan cycle meeting reviews with Nutrition Team regarding likes/dislikes/ market research and consumer feedback to gain insight on development of cycles.
Generates new recipes and modifies recipes monthly for Meal Plans, within set parameters of the Nutrition Guidelines
Job Requirements: \xc2\xb7 Diploma/Equivalent in Culinary Arts/Equivalent \xc2\xb7 Minimum 5 years of experience in a kitchen with a focus on menu development, food preparation, and production \xc2\xb7 Commitment to quality service, accuracy and food knowledge \xc2\xb7 Extensive experience in menu developmentSalary AED 12000 + standars benefits as per UAE law