Culinary & Recipe Development Lead

Food19 serves local favourites and Vietnamese-inspired dishes in a friendly food-stall setting. We’re looking for a creative, hands-on

Culinary & Recipe Development Lead

to develop appealing dishes, maintain consistent food quality, and support the team in preparing our menu to a high standard.

What you’ll do

Develop, test, and refine recipes inspired by local and Vietnamese cuisines.

Create clear recipes and preparation guides, including ingredient quantities, methods, and portion standards.

Ensure dishes are consistent in flavour, appearance, and quality during daily service.

Train and guide kitchen team members on recipes, preparation techniques, and food presentation.

Help plan menus and suggest new dishes based on customer feedback, ingredient availability, and operational needs.

Monitor ingredient use and help manage food costs and minimise waste.

Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen organisation.

Coordinate with the Operations Manager to ensure recipes work effectively in a busy food-stall environment.

What we’re looking for

• Relevant culinary training or substantial professional cooking experience.
• Experience developing recipes or maintaining menu and food-quality standards.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, kitchen hygiene, and safe handling practices.
• Creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to document recipes clearly.
• Practical leadership and communication skills, with the ability to coach a team.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends or public holidays, as required.