Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Up to $150,000.00
Benefits
Competitive base salary up to $150,000
Full benefits package including health insurance
Career growth opportunities within a leading hospitality group
Job Description
We are a forward-thinking hospitality group based in San Diego, CA, renowned for pushing culinary boundaries and redefining dining experiences through innovative approaches to food and beverage. Our organization operates at the forefront of the hospitality industry, integrating creativity, sustainability, and operational excellence to deliver memorable and unique culinary journeys for our guests. With a diverse portfolio of venues, ranging from upscale restaurants to dynamic food concepts, we aim to lead market trends while staying true to our commitment to quality and guest satisfaction. We foster a collaborative and inspiring work environment where culinary professionals are empowered to explore new... Show More
Job Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in R&D, test kitchens, or high-profile chef-driven restaurants
- Strong culinary background with expertise in technique, ingredient sourcing, and menu development
- Passion for pushing creative boundaries in food and beverage
- Ability to translate innovative ideas into scalable, operationally efficient menu items
- Deep knowledge of global flavors, fermentation, and modern cooking techniques
- Strong leadership, training, and communication skills
- Experience working with cost analysis, food waste management, and sustainability initiatives
- Flexible schedule and ability to travel for research and development
Job Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in R&D, test kitchens, or high-profile chef-driven restaurants
- Strong culinary background with expertise in technique, ingredient sourcing, and menu development
- Passion for pushing creative boundaries in food and beverage
- Ability to translate innovative ideas into scalable, operationally efficient menu items
- Deep knowledge of global flavors, fermentation, and modern cooking techniques
- Strong leadership, training, and communication skills
- Experience working with cost analysis, food waste management, and sustainability initiatives
Job Duties
- Drive research and development of new menu items, concepts, and techniques
- Collaborate with executive leadership, culinary teams, and beverage directors to create unique, high-impact dishes
- Experiment with ingredients, cooking methods, and presentation to maintain a cutting-edge dining experience
- Ensure all menu innovations align with brand identity, quality standards, and cost parameters
- Conduct market research on food trends, sustainability, and ingredient sourcing
- Develop and test recipes in a controlled kitchen environment before rollout
- Train and mentor kitchen teams on execution and consistency of new menu items
- Work closely with vendors and purveyors to source premium ingredients and develop partnerships
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