Job Summary: We are seeking a creative and analytical Culinary Development Chef to conceptualize, design, and standardize new dishes and innovate our culinary offerings. Key Highlights: 1. Creative and analytical role focused on culinary innovation 2. Responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and standardizing new dishes 3. Keeps the menu offering at the forefront by optimizing processes At Hacienda de los Morales, we seek a creative, analytical, and passionate profile dedicated to culinary innovation. The Culinary Development Chef will be responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and standardizing new dishes and products, ensuring they meet quality standards, cost requirements, and market trends. Their objective is to keep our menu offering at the forefront by optimizing production processes without compromising the brand’s essence. **Key Responsibilities** * **Innovation and Creation:** Design new recipes and menu concepts aligned with the brand identity. * **Standardization:** Develop detailed technical sheets including preparation processes, ingredients, plating photographs, and allergens. * **Menu Engineering:** Analyze recipe costs ($food \ cost$) to ensure profitability of each dish. * **Performance Testing:** Conduct product testing (taste, texture, shelf life, and packaging). * **Supplier Sourcing:** Research new ingredients, technologies, and suppliers to improve quality or efficiency. * **Training:** Train operational staff on execution of new launches to ensure consistency. **Candidate Requirements** * **Education:** Bachelor’s degree in Gastronomy, Culinary Arts, or Food Engineering. * **Experience:** Minimum 3–5 years in leadership kitchen roles (Sous Chef or Executive Chef) or in product development areas. * **Technical Skills:** * Advanced mastery of culinary techniques (both avant-garde and traditional). * In-depth knowledge of food safety and hygiene (H Certification, ServSafe, or equivalent). Employment Type: Full-time Salary: $30,000.00 \- $50,000.00 per month Benefits: * Savings fund * Company parking * Free parking * Option for indefinite-term contract * Medical expense insurance * Life insurance * On-site dining service * Complimentary uniforms * Additional vacation days or paid leave * Grocery vouchers Work Location: On-site employment