Development Chef - Concept Development
Posted 7 hours 4 minutes ago by Berkeley Scott
We're Hiring: Development Chef - London Contract Catering Mon-Fri
Calling all creative chefs! Are you bursting with bold ideas, obsessed with flavour, and ready to shape the future of food in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment? Whether you're coming from a restaurant background or contract catering, if you've got a passion for developing menus that excite and inspire, we want to hear from you!
We're on the lookout for a Development Chef to join our vibrant and innovative team in London. This is a full-time, Monday to Friday role (with the occasional weekend to support exciting new site launches). You'll be working across the estate to create standout concepts, develop fresh menus, and ensure consistency and excellence across every plate served.
What You'll Be Doing:Leading on menu development and concept creation across a wide variety of cuisines
Collaborating with sites to implement new menus and maintain consistency
Supporting mobilisation of new contracts and working closely with kitchen teams to deliver excellence
Staying ahead of the curve with emerging food trends, flavours, and techniques
Ensuring all menus are aligned with allergen regulations and calorie transparency
A passionate foodie with a strong creative streak - you live and breathe great food
Experience in restaurant kitchens or contract catering - or ideally, both!
A confident trainer and communicator who can inspire site teams and bring ideas to life
In-depth knowledge of world cuisines, dietary requirements, allergens, and nutrition
A self-starter who thrives in a fast-moving, collaborative environment
Be part of a dynamic and supportive development team who love what they do
Work in an environment that champions creativity, innovation, and food that delivers
Enjoy a role with great work-life balance - Monday to Friday with minimal weekend work
Help shape menus that delight customers across a diverse and growing estate
Ready to make your mark and bring food to life in a big way?
Apply now and let's cook up something amazing together!
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