Job Description
About Calo
Launched in Bahrain in November of 2019, Calo is on a mission to make healthy easy. We’re a team of dedicated people driving this mission by providing better, faster, and cheaper ways to access food through technology.
Role Overview
To function as a New Product Development (NPD) Chef for Calo and contribute to long-term food product development that aligns with the organizational goals and objectives. e.g. new product development and the expansion of existing product lines. You’ll be working closely with the R&D team to formulate and test new recipes and to improve existing recipes.
Main Responsibilities:
- Product Development:
- Design and develop new Arabic meal options that meet nutritional standards and cater to various dietary preferences (e.g., vegan, gluten-free, low-carb).
- Formulate traditional Arabic recipes that balance flavor, texture, and nutritional value while adhering to cost and production constraints.
- Oversee the creation and Modification of dishes, ensuring alignment with health and wellness trends in conjunction with the R&D team.
- Market Research and Trend Analysis:
- Stay abreast of the latest trends in arabic healthy eating, dietary needs, and consumer preferences.
- Analyze customer feedback and market data to continuously improve and innovate meal offerings.
- Collaboration and Coordination:
- Collaborate with nutritionists and dietitians to ensure meal options are nutritionally balanced and meet dietary guidelines.
- Coordinate with suppliers and procurement teams to source high-quality, health-conscious ingredients.
- Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain detailed records of recipe development, ingredient sourcing, product testing, Training records and operational audits.
- Quality and Compliance:
- Ensure that all new meal products meet company quality standards and comply with relevant health and safety regulations.
- Implement and monitor quality control procedures to maintain high standards of food safety and product consistency.
- Innovation and Creativity:
- Foster a culture of culinary creativity and innovation within the team, experimenting with new ingredients, cooking techniques, and presentation styles.
- Develop unique and appealing meal options that enhance the subscription service’s value proposition and attract new customers.
- Scaling
- scale the Arabic Dishes effectively with very little variance in flavor profile, taste and texture of the original recipe.
- Document all scaling standards and with a picture process for the training team to build training documents.
- Train the Training team on all the Arabic scaled dishes.
Ideal Candidate:
Qualifications
- Culinary Arts degree or equivalent qualification
- Minimum of 9-12 years experience in Arabic Cuisine.
- Must be a proficient communicator in English and Arabic.
- Previous experience in a food manufacturing facility is a plus
- Obsessed with customer’s feedback and satisfaction
Knowledge & Competency
- Has had team-leading experiences and would be able to train the kitchen team
- Up-to-date with culinary trends and optimized kitchen processes
- Strong time-management skills
- Capable of delegating & managing multiple task
- Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS, MMS )
- Advanced knowledge of healthy cooking techniques and nutritional requirements.
- Demonstrated expertise in developing and launching innovative meal products.
- Strong creative and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
- Proven ability to conduct audits and optimize operational processes.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
- Proficiency in food safety, quality standards, and regulatory compliance.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and project management skills.
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