4,748 Culinary Management jobs in Kenya
Remote Head Chef - Menu Development & Catering Operations
Posted 2 days ago
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Our client, a dynamic and innovative catering service provider, is looking for a visionary Head Chef to lead their culinary team remotely. This unique opportunity allows you to drive menu innovation, oversee kitchen operations, and ensure exceptional food quality from a remote setup. You will be responsible for conceptualizing new dishes, developing seasonal menus, managing food costs, and maintaining the highest standards of culinary excellence and hygiene across all catering events.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Conceptualize, develop, and execute creative and diverse menus for various catering events and client needs.
- Lead and inspire the kitchen team, providing guidance on culinary techniques and presentation.
- Ensure consistent quality and presentation of all food items served.
- Manage food inventory, including procurement, storage, and waste reduction.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
- Oversee kitchen operations, including scheduling, staffing, and workflow optimization.
- Implement and enforce strict food safety and hygiene standards (HACCP).
- Control food costs and manage budgets effectively.
- Stay updated on culinary trends, techniques, and market demands.
- Collaborate with the sales and event planning teams to meet client specifications and special requests.
- Conduct regular taste panels and recipe testing.
- Culinary degree or equivalent professional certification.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in professional kitchens, with at least 3 years in a Head Chef or Executive Sous Chef role.
- Proven experience in menu development and creative food presentation.
- Strong knowledge of various international cuisines and dietary requirements.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.
- Proficiency in food cost management, inventory control, and budget management.
- Deep understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Passion for high-quality ingredients and innovative culinary experiences.
- Experience in remote team coordination and management is a plus.
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Remote Executive Chef - Menu Development & Culinary Innovation
Posted 22 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly creative and experienced Remote Executive Chef to lead their culinary innovation and menu development efforts. This is a unique, fully remote position, requiring a sophisticated palate, a deep understanding of food trends, and exceptional recipe development skills. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conceptualizing, testing, and refining new dishes and menus for various dining concepts, ensuring high quality, consistency, and appeal. You will work closely with product development and marketing teams to bring culinary visions to life.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Conceptualize, develop, and test innovative recipes and menus for diverse culinary applications.
- Create detailed recipe cards, including ingredient lists, preparation instructions, and plating guidelines.
- Ensure all developed recipes meet quality, consistency, and cost targets.
- Stay abreast of global food trends, ingredients, and culinary techniques.
- Collaborate with product development teams to translate concepts into scalable menu items.
- Provide culinary expertise and guidance to marketing and content creation teams.
- Conduct virtual tastings and solicit feedback from stakeholders.
- Manage and organize a remote culinary resource library.
- Ensure adherence to food safety and sanitation best practices in recipe development.
- Develop costings for new menu items and ingredients.
- Maintain relationships with food suppliers and ingredient sourcing specialists.
- Contribute to the overall culinary direction and brand identity of the client.
- Culinary degree from a reputable institution or equivalent extensive professional experience.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in high-volume culinary environments, with a focus on menu development and innovation.
- Proven track record of creating successful and popular menu items.
- Exceptional knowledge of various cuisines, cooking techniques, and flavor profiles.
- Strong understanding of food costing, portion control, and yield analysis.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly document recipes and procedures.
- Proficiency with recipe development software and standard office applications.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet ambitious deadlines in a remote setting.
- Creative flair and a passion for experimenting with new ingredients and concepts.
- Strong understanding of food safety regulations.
- Experience with photography or videography for recipe demonstration is a plus.
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Executive Chef (Remote Operations & Menu Development)
Posted 11 days ago
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Our client is seeking a visionary and highly creative Executive Chef to lead their culinary operations and menu development from a fully remote capacity. This unique role requires a passionate culinary artist with extensive experience in menu engineering, food cost control, and kitchen management, who can operate and innovate entirely in a virtual environment. You will be responsible for conceptualizing and developing diverse, appealing, and cost-effective menus, creating standardized recipes, and ensuring the highest standards of food quality and presentation across various potential culinary ventures. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of global cuisines, dietary trends, and the ability to translate creative ideas into scalable operational plans. This position demands exceptional organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and outstanding communication abilities to liaunt effectively with remote culinary teams, suppliers, and management. You will conduct virtual tastings, perform remote kitchen audits (where applicable), and develop training materials for kitchen staff. We are looking for a self-starter who is adept at utilizing technology for collaboration and project management, and who can drive culinary excellence without direct on-site supervision. This is an extraordinary opportunity to shape the culinary identity of exciting food concepts from your home office, impacting customer satisfaction and profitability significantly. The role is conceptually associated with Ruiru, Kiambu, KE , but is entirely remote.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Develop innovative and marketable menus for diverse culinary concepts.
- Create detailed recipes, portion controls, and plating guides.
- Conduct market research on food trends and competitor offerings.
- Analyze food costs and implement strategies for profitability.
- Develop and implement quality control standards for all menu items.
- Train and guide remote culinary teams on menu execution and standards.
- Oversee menu costing and sourcing of ingredients.
- Maintain hygiene and safety standards in all culinary operations.
- Collaborate with marketing teams on menu promotions and launches.
- Conduct virtual tastings and provide feedback on dishes.
- Culinary degree or equivalent professional training.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in progressively senior culinary roles, including Executive Chef or Head Chef.
- Demonstrated expertise in menu planning, recipe development, and food costing.
- Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
- Excellent understanding of various global cuisines and dietary requirements.
- Proficiency in using digital tools for recipe management and communication.
- Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- A portfolio showcasing diverse and innovative culinary creations.
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Remote Catering Operations & Menu Development Lead
Posted 13 days ago
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Our client is seeking a creative and organized Catering Operations & Menu Development Lead to manage their culinary services remotely. This position, supporting clients in the **Malindi, Kilifi, KE** area, will focus on designing innovative menus, managing food sourcing, and ensuring the highest standards of quality and service. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food, a strong understanding of culinary trends, and excellent operational management skills. You will be responsible for developing seasonal menus, creating cost-effective recipes, and ensuring dietary compliance. The role involves coordinating with external suppliers and internal teams to manage inventory, order supplies, and oversee food preparation processes. Excellent communication and planning skills are essential for managing vendor relationships and ensuring smooth operational execution. This is a fully remote role, requiring the ability to manage projects, coordinate logistics, and maintain quality control from a distance. You will play a key role in shaping the culinary experience offered by our client, driving customer satisfaction and operational excellence.
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
- Culinary degree or equivalent professional training.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in catering management, menu planning, or a related culinary role.
- Proven ability to develop creative, appealing, and cost-effective menus.
- Strong understanding of food safety regulations and best practices.
- Experience in sourcing ingredients and managing supplier relationships.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities for remote collaboration.
- Proficiency in inventory management and cost control techniques.
- A passion for food and a keen eye for culinary trends.
- Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively in a remote setting.
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Our client, a prominent hospitality group, is seeking a highly creative and experienced Lead Menu Development Chef for a remote contract position. This role involves conceptualizing, designing, and refining innovative menus for various culinary concepts, focusing on diverse cuisines and dietary needs. You will leverage your extensive culinary expertise to develop recipes, costings, and plating guidelines that can be implemented across different locations. As a remote contractor, you will work independently, collaborate virtually with culinary teams, and present your creations through digital portfolios and virtual tastings. This is an excellent opportunity for a visionary chef to contribute to exciting new culinary ventures.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
This contract role offers a flexible remote setup for a talented Chef to make a significant impact on our client's culinary offerings. If you are a creative force in the kitchen with a passion for menu innovation, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conceptualize and develop unique, high-quality menus for various restaurant concepts, ensuring alignment with brand identity and target market.
- Create signature dishes and explore innovative culinary trends from global cuisines.
- Develop detailed recipes, including precise ingredient lists, preparation methods, and cooking instructions.
- Calculate food costs for all menu items, ensuring profitability while maintaining quality standards.
- Design visually appealing plating and presentation guidelines for each dish.
- Collaborate virtually with culinary teams, providing clear instructions and feedback.
- Conduct remote food tastings and quality control sessions.
- Source and research potential suppliers for high-quality ingredients.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, competitor menus, and consumer preferences.
- Develop standardized operational procedures for menu execution.
Qualifications:
- Culinary degree from a reputable institution or equivalent extensive professional experience.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in high-volume restaurants or hotel kitchens, with a strong focus on menu development.
- Demonstrated expertise in multiple culinary disciplines and cuisines.
- Proven ability to create innovative and commercially viable menus.
- Strong understanding of food costing, inventory management, and kitchen operations.
- Excellent creativity, palate, and attention to detail.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and collaboration skills, suitable for remote work.
- Proficiency in using digital tools for recipe management and communication.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
- A strong portfolio showcasing diverse and successful menu creations.
This contract role offers a flexible remote setup for a talented Chef to make a significant impact on our client's culinary offerings. If you are a creative force in the kitchen with a passion for menu innovation, we encourage you to apply.
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Remote Catering Operations & Menu Development Specialist
Posted 5 days ago
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Our client is seeking a creative and experienced Remote Catering Operations & Menu Development Specialist to design exceptional culinary experiences. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to conceptualize menus and manage catering operations from anywhere. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for food, a deep understanding of culinary trends, and expertise in catering logistics and client management. You will be responsible for developing innovative and appealing menus tailored to diverse client needs and occasions, while also advising on the operational aspects of catering execution. Key responsibilities include creating seasonal and themed menus, considering dietary restrictions, nutritional value, and cost-effectiveness. You will research and source high-quality ingredients, and collaborate virtually with suppliers and chefs to ensure menu feasibility and execution. This role involves advising on event planning, staffing requirements, equipment needs, and service protocols for catering events. You will interact directly with clients to understand their vision, provide recommendations, and finalize catering packages. Performance analysis of past events, client feedback, and budget management will be integral to optimizing future operations. The ability to translate creative culinary ideas into practical, scalable catering solutions is essential. A background in culinary arts, hospitality management, or a related field, coupled with significant experience in menu development and catering operations, is required. Proficiency in food costing software and event management tools is highly beneficial. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills are mandatory. While this role is remote, strategic input concerning catering services for events within Nakuru, Nakuru, KE and surrounding areas will be valued. We are looking for an imaginative and results-oriented individual who can elevate our client's catering offerings through remote expertise and a commitment to excellence.
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Executive Catering Manager
Posted 22 days ago
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Our esteemed client, a premier hospitality group, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Executive Catering Manager to lead their catering operations. This role will involve a blend of on-site supervision and remote administrative duties, offering a hybrid work arrangement. The Executive Catering Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the catering division, including menu planning, event execution, client relations, and team management. You will ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and service are consistently met, creating memorable culinary experiences for diverse clientele. Key responsibilities include developing innovative and profitable catering packages, managing budgets, controlling food and labor costs, and sourcing high-quality ingredients. Strong leadership skills are essential to motivate and guide a team of chefs, servers, and event coordinators. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships. Experience in event planning and logistics, including managing multiple events simultaneously, is crucial. You will also be involved in marketing and sales initiatives to drive business growth for the catering department. This role requires a deep understanding of food safety regulations and best practices in hygiene and sanitation. While the role is hybrid, regular presence at the primary location in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu, KE will be required for event oversight and team leadership, with flexible arrangements for remote administrative tasks. We are looking for a creative individual with a passion for exceptional service and a keen eye for detail, who can thrive in a fast-paced, demanding environment. The ability to adapt to changing client needs and deliver flawless events is paramount. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned hospitality professional to take on a leadership role and shape the future of our client's catering services.
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Senior Menu Development Chef
Posted 22 days ago
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Our client, a renowned hospitality group with a passion for culinary excellence, is seeking an innovative and highly creative Senior Menu Development Chef to join their globally distributed, remote culinary team. This role is crucial for conceptualizing, developing, and refining menus across various dining concepts and brands. You will be at the forefront of culinary trends, driving innovation and ensuring a consistent high-quality dining experience for patrons. The ideal candidate possesses a sophisticated palate, extensive knowledge of diverse cuisines, and a proven track record in menu engineering and recipe development. As a fully remote position, you will collaborate with marketing, operations, and F&B teams worldwide, using digital tools to share recipes, train culinary staff virtually, and ensure brand consistency. This role requires exceptional creativity, organizational skills, and a deep understanding of food costs and operational feasibility.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications and Experience:
This is an outstanding opportunity to exercise your culinary creativity and influence the direction of dining experiences for a respected hospitality brand. Join our innovative remote team and lead the way in culinary innovation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conceptualize, design, and develop innovative and appealing menus for a variety of dining establishments, ensuring alignment with brand identity and target market.
- Research and identify emerging culinary trends, ingredients, and techniques to inspire new menu items.
- Create detailed recipes, including precise measurements, cooking instructions, and plating guidelines, ensuring consistency and reproducibility.
- Conduct taste panels and culinary testing to evaluate new dishes and refine recipes based on feedback.
- Collaborate closely with culinary teams, kitchen managers, and F&B directors to ensure successful implementation of new menus.
- Develop standardized costings for all menu items, analyzing ingredient costs and ensuring profitability targets are met.
- Train and guide culinary staff on menu execution, presentation standards, and preparation techniques, often through remote demonstrations and detailed guides.
- Ensure all menu development adheres to food safety, sanitation regulations, and dietary guidelines.
- Work with supply chain and purchasing teams to source high-quality ingredients cost-effectively.
- Stay updated on competitor menus and market demands to maintain a competitive edge.
- Contribute creative ideas for special promotions, seasonal menus, and catering events.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Culinary degree from a recognized institution or equivalent extensive professional experience.
- A minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in high-volume kitchen environments, with a significant focus on menu development and culinary innovation.
- Demonstrated expertise in creating diverse and appealing menus across various cuisines and dining styles.
- Strong understanding of food costing, P&L management, and inventory control.
- Exceptional palate and ability to identify and balance flavors and textures.
- Excellent presentation skills and a keen eye for visual appeal in food plating.
- Proficiency in recipe development software and standard office productivity suites.
- Outstanding communication, collaboration, and training skills, particularly in a remote setting.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations in food service.
- A genuine passion for food and hospitality.
This is an outstanding opportunity to exercise your culinary creativity and influence the direction of dining experiences for a respected hospitality brand. Join our innovative remote team and lead the way in culinary innovation.
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Senior Menu Development Chef - Global Cuisine (Remote)
Posted 15 days ago
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Our client is seeking a creative and experienced Senior Menu Development Chef to join their remote culinary innovation team. This role focuses on conceptualizing, designing, and testing new menu items and culinary concepts for a diverse range of food service operations. You will leverage your extensive knowledge of global cuisines, food trends, and ingredient sourcing to develop exciting and marketable dishes. Responsibilities include researching and identifying emerging food trends, developing innovative recipes and menu concepts, conducting taste tests and gathering feedback, optimizing recipes for scalability and cost-effectiveness, creating detailed specifications and preparation instructions for kitchen teams, collaborating with marketing and operations departments to ensure successful menu implementation, and staying updated on food safety regulations and best practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong culinary background with significant experience in menu development, preferably in a multi-unit or hospitality setting. Proficiency in recipe costing and culinary software is a plus. Excellent sensory evaluation skills and a passion for experimentation are essential. Strong communication and presentation skills are needed to effectively share culinary ideas and strategies with a remote team. This is a unique opportunity to influence culinary direction and shape dining experiences for our client from a remote workspace. We are looking for a culinary artist with a global palate and a proven ability to translate creative vision into delicious, successful menu offerings. Your expertise will be instrumental in developing exceptional culinary products for our client, supporting operations that may be relevant to **Kakamega, Kakamega, KE**.
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Remote Executive Chef - Menu Development
Posted 14 days ago
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Our client is seeking a visionary and talented Remote Executive Chef to lead their culinary innovation and menu development efforts. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while shaping the future of our client's dining experiences. You will be responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and refining innovative menus that align with brand identity, market trends, and operational capabilities. This role requires a deep understanding of global cuisines, current food trends, and cost-effective menu engineering.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in professional kitchens, exceptional culinary skills, and a proven track record in menu planning and development. You will collaborate closely with suppliers, food technologists, and operational teams to source quality ingredients, ensure consistency, and optimize preparation processes. This position demands creativity, meticulous attention to detail, and excellent communication skills to effectively present and implement culinary concepts.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in professional kitchens, exceptional culinary skills, and a proven track record in menu planning and development. You will collaborate closely with suppliers, food technologists, and operational teams to source quality ingredients, ensure consistency, and optimize preparation processes. This position demands creativity, meticulous attention to detail, and excellent communication skills to effectively present and implement culinary concepts.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and curate innovative, seasonal, and appealing menu offerings across various dining concepts.
- Research global culinary trends and adapt them to create unique and marketable dishes.
- Create detailed recipes, including precise ingredient lists, preparation methods, and plating instructions.
- Conduct taste testing and sensory evaluations of new dishes.
- Collaborate with supply chain partners to ensure sourcing of high-quality, cost-effective ingredients.
- Develop standardized recipes and portion control guidelines to ensure consistency.
- Train and guide culinary teams on new menu items and techniques.
- Monitor food costs and implement strategies for profitability.
- Ensure compliance with all food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Contribute to the overall culinary vision and brand positioning.
Qualifications:
- Professional culinary degree or equivalent extensive experience.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in high-volume culinary operations, with at least 3 years in a Head Chef or Executive Chef role.
- Proven expertise in menu development, recipe creation, and food costing.
- In-depth knowledge of diverse culinary techniques and global cuisines.
- Strong understanding of food safety standards and HACCP principles.
- Excellent sensory evaluation skills and palate.
- Exceptional communication, leadership, and presentation abilities.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines remotely.
- Proficiency in relevant software for recipe management and costing is a plus.
- A passion for food innovation and a creative approach to culinary arts.
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