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  • Posted: May 4, 2026
    Deadline: Not specified
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  • Pinnah Foods Limited is a restaurant chain with 6 outlets operating in the city of Lagos.
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    Research and Development Chef (Continental Cuisine and Contemporary Pastries)

    Job Summary:

    • The Research & Development Chef will be responsible for creating, testing, and standardizing innovative continental cuisine and contemporary pastry recipes.
    • The role ensures consistency in food quality, taste, and presentation across all production points while also supporting kitchen training and menu development.
    • The ideal candidate is creative, detail-oriented, and able to translate culinary innovation into scalable, repeatable standards for execution.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Lead the research and development of new continental cuisine and contemporary pastry recipes aligned with the brand’s concept and customer expectations.
    • Create, document, and standardize recipes to ensure consistency in taste, portioning, presentation, and preparation methods across all outlets.
    • Conduct continuous testing, refinement, and improvement of existing menu items to enhance quality and customer satisfaction.
    • Collaborate with the Head Chef and culinary team in designing seasonal menus, specials, and new product offerings.
    • Train kitchen staff on recipe execution, portion control, plating standards, and preparation techniques to ensure uniformity across teams.
    • Monitor food trends and industry innovations to introduce relevant and competitive menu ideas.
    • Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and kitchen operational standards during all R&D processes.
    • Support cost control efforts by developing recipes that balance quality with profitability.
    • Maintain proper documentation of all recipes, processes, and updates for operational use.

    Key Requirements:

    • Proven experience as a Chef with exposure to continental cuisine and pastry production.
    • Strong background in recipe development, menu innovation, and kitchen operations.
    • Ability to train and transfer knowledge effectively to kitchen staff.
    • Strong attention to detail, especially in consistency and presentation standards.
    • Good understanding of food costing, portion control, and kitchen efficiency.
    • Creativity and passion for culinary innovation.
    • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

    Core Competencies:

    • Culinary Innovation
    • Attention to Detail
    • Training & Development
    • Quality Control
    • Team Collaboration
    • Time Management

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    Send your CV + portfolio  to : hr@pinnahfoods.com

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