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
Paid Time Off
retirement savings plan
employee discounts on dining
Professional development and training programs
Job Description
We are a leading hospitality group based in San Diego, CA, renowned for our commitment to innovation and excellence in the culinary arts. Our group prides itself on pushing culinary boundaries, creating unique dining experiences, and consistently delivering high-quality, memorable dishes to our patrons. With a diverse portfolio of innovative restaurants and venues, we strive to remain at the forefront of the food and beverage industry by integrating global food trends, sustainable sourcing, and creative culinary techniques into our menu development process. Our team is made up of passionate professionals dedicated to fostering an environment of culinary exploration and excellence,... Show More
Job Requirements
- 5+ years of relevant culinary experience in R&D or high-profile kitchen environments
- culinary degree or equivalent professional certification
- proven expertise in menu development and innovative cooking techniques
- strong understanding of ingredient sourcing and vendor relationships
- excellent leadership and communication abilities
- ability to analyze and manage food costs and waste
- flexible schedule with willingness to travel for research purposes
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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