R&D Chef

Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced R&D Chef / Food Technologist to lead our diverse culinary operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing innovative menu concepts for a gastronomic brew pub featuring global cuisines, while specializing in healthy, nutritional, and lifestyle-focused food offerings for our cafe. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior culinary professional looking to make a significant impact in health-conscious dining and multicultural cuisine development. The selected candidate will serve as the primary resource for all culinary operations. Given our people-centric business model, the ability to work efficiently under time constraints is both essential and critical to our success.
Key Responsibilities
Primary Duties:
Recipe formulation and development across International, Continental, Italian, French, Lebanese, Indian, Chinese, and Arabic cuisines
Create and curate health-focused menu items including vegan, gluten-free, and nutritional offerings for lifestyle reversal programs
Lead culinary innovation through experimental cooking techniques and contemporary food presentation
Conduct sensory tasting sessions and menu optimization to ensure exceptional food quality and customer satisfaction
Implement and maintain food safety protocols including PIC and HACCP compliance standards
Additional Responsibilities:
Manage kitchen budgets and implement cost reduction strategies without compromising quality
Oversee resource procurement, vendor relationships, and comprehensive inventory management
Lead and mentor kitchen staff in a multicultural working environment
Develop standard operating procedures for food preparation and presentation techniques
Collaborate with nutrition specialists to develop lifestyle-focused meal programs
Required Qualifications
Education:
Culinary Arts degree from accredited institution or equivalent professional experience
Food Safety certifications (PIC, HACCP) (preferred)
Additional certifications/ accolades in nutrition or healthy cooking (preferred)
Experience:
Minimum 8-10 years of professional culinary experience in chef roles
Proven expertise in multiple international cuisines: Continental, Italian, French, Lebanese, Indian, Chinese, and Arabic
Extensive experience in healthy, nutritional, vegan, and gluten-free food preparation
Demonstrated success in recipe formulation and menu development
Experience working in multicultural kitchen environments
Technical Skills:
Advanced knowledge of modern plating and food presentation techniques
Expertise in innovative and experimental culinary approaches
Strong understanding of nutritional principles and lifestyle-focused cuisine
Proficiency in kitchen management software and inventory systems
Advanced sensory evaluation and food tasting capabilities
Core Competencies:
Exceptional culinary creativity and innovation skills
Strong budget management and cost control abilities
Leadership skills for managing diverse, multicultural teams
Resource procurement and vendor management expertise
Excellent understanding of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP protocols
Ability to curate specialized menus for health and lifestyle programs
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced culinary degree or specialized training in international cuisines
Certification in nutritional cooking or wellness cuisine
Experience in health and wellness hospitality or medical nutrition programs
Knowledge of dietary restrictions and therapeutic cooking approaches
Previous experience in upscale restaurants, hotels, or health-focused establishments
Multilingual capabilities to support diverse team communication
Experience with lifestyle reversal or nutrition therapy programs
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