Menu & Product Development Assistant Manager

BriefSummary:

JoinadynamicteamasaMenu&ProductDevelopmentAssistantManager,whereyouwillleadthecreationandenhancementoffoodproductsthatdelightconsumersandmeetbusinessstandards.Thisroleblendsculinaryinnovationwithstrategicproductdevelopment.

Responsibilities

• Develop new menu items and food products aligned with brand standards and business goals.
• Conduct hands-on product testing to assess taste, texture, appearance, and overall quality.
• Review and enhance existing menu items to improve quality, consistency, and cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with suppliers to evaluate and source suitable ingredients for development.
• Organise product presentations and tasting evaluations for stakeholders, incorporating feedback for refinement.
• Prepare products for marketing materials, ensuring they meet brand standards and market trends.
• Attend cross-functional meetings to support product development and operational feasibility assessments.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of professional culinary experience in a Japanese restaurant environment.
• Proven hands-on experience in product development and food R&D.
• Strong knowledge of Japanese cuisine and culinary techniques.
• Demonstrated experience in recipe creation, testing, and refinement.
• Ability to develop food products suitable for restaurant operations, focusing on presentation and functionality.
• Excellent communication skills to convey product concepts effectively.
• Collaborative mindset, open to feedback for continuous improvement in product development.
• Willingness to engage in practical cooking and product testing sessions.
• Experience in high-standard Japanese restaurants or food product development.
• Understanding of the Singapore food market and current culinary trends.
• Experience working with suppliers and procurement teams in food sourcing.