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Executive Development Chef

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Job Introduction

Executive Development Chef - 18 Month FTC
 
As an Executive Development Chef at Sodexo, with no fixed location, you are not only a creative food visionary but also a driving force behind our mission to deliver exceptional dining experiences. In this role, you will set the strategic direction for food across our restaurant business, spearheading market-leading innovation to delight our guests. 
 
Get excited about the opportunity to shape the future of food at Sodexo! As our Executive Development Chef, you will have the freedom to craft guest-focused dishes that resonate with modern tastes and showcase your culinary flair. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and leverage your expertise to stay ahead of trends, deliver exceptional quality, and create signature dishes that become the heart of our brand.
 
Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.
 
What you’ll do:
 
  • Develop and deliver the annual menu development and seasonal New Product Development (NPD) plan in line with group strategy.
  • Stay ahead of consumer taste trends, competitors, and industry culinary techniques.
  • Define clear supplier product briefs aligned with core brand values, menu architecture, and food policies.
  • Lead food shows and innovation workshops as a Culinary Subject Matter Expert (SME).
  • Utilise market and consumer data to define health and sustainable eating plans.
  • Engineer menus and recipes to mitigate inflationary challenges.
  • Champion plant-based dish development as a key SME.
 
What you bring:
 
  • A passionate foodie with a wealth of innovative ideas and the ability to translate emerging trends into commercial opportunities.
  • Extensive experience in product innovation, with a focus on customer and brand values.
  • Interest and background in plant-based culinary dish development preferred.
  • Solid knowledge of retail/high street operations.
  • Strong understanding of commercial menu management.
  • Proven experience delivering innovation and product development within the retail or food service sector.
  • Computer literacy and the ability to work with online menu and recipe development systems.
 
What we offer: 
 
£50,000 to £55,000  DOE + Excellent benefits package
 
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:
  • Flexible and dynamic work environment
  • Competitive compensation
  • Access to ongoing training and development programs
  • Countless opportunities to grow within the company
  • Full training provided
 
If you are a talented and innovative chef eager to make a lasting impact in the world of culinary experiences, we invite you to join the Sodexo family. Apply now and become a vital part of our purpose-driven, thriving team.
Salary £50,000 to £55,000 DOE + excellent benefits package
Frequency Annual
Job Reference SDX/TP/RF9392/TS
Contract Type Fixed Term
Closing Date 29 June, 2023
Job Category Chefs
Business Unit UK Tech and Services
Location No fixed location
Posted on 15 June, 2023

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