Chef

At National Foods Limited, we are on a journey of growth and on building our most valuable assets which include our brands, financial strength, global presence, and our unbridled commitment to becoming a truly sustainable and a renowned company in the world.

Job Purpose

To design new recipes, engage in experimentation to enhance cuisines, and broaden user experience of NFL's products whilst adhering to NFL's quality and safety standards

Principal Responsibilities

• Develop creative recipes and enhance existing cuisines through experimentation, aiming to enhance consumer preference and satisfaction
• Contribute to the conception of new dishes, pre-prepared meals, and food products that align with NFL's vision
• Conduct diverse trials using current and new NFL products, exploring innovative ways to enhance and broaden product usage
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new NFL products into the wider product range
• Train and mentor the QIRD team in the latest cooking techniques, dishes, and cuisines, ensuring a skilled and knowledgeable team
• Follow recipes and formulations to create small batches, managing preparation, skilful presentation, and orderly arrangement for the purpose of evaluating and sampling products by both the core and extended teams
• Assist product development teams by sharing expertise on cooking methods for the desired outcomes
• Review market trends and adapt recipes and cooking methods to support the creation of prototypes by the Product Development team
• Participate in consumer surveys, Focus Groups, Home Use Tests (HUTs), CLTs, and food service sector trials, aiding in product enhancement based on customer feedback
• Foster a hygienic, efficient, and positive working environment in the kitchen in accordance with NFL's health and safety standards
  
  

Background Requirements

Education: Graduate

Experience: 3 to 4 years of relevant experience.

Position Type: Contractual

National Foods Limited provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.