h3Position Summary /h3 pThe Executive Chef is responsible for overseeing all culinary activities within the organization, ensuring the development, standardization, and continuous improvement of food products.
This role combines culinary expertise, product innovation, operational leadership, and quality excellence to deliver products that meet customer expectations, regulatory requirements, and business objectives.
/p pThe Executive Chef works closely with Production, Quality, RD, Procurement, and Commercial teams to drive product consistency, operational efficiency, and innovation across the food manufacturing environment.
/p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 ul liLead the culinary function, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation across all product lines.
/li liDevelop and optimize recipes, formulations, and production processes to support product innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
/li liCollaborate with Research Development teams to create new products aligned with market trends and customer requirements.
/li liDefine and maintain culinary standards, production specifications, and recipe management systems.
/li liPartner with Operations teams to ensure product scalability from development through industrial production.
/li liMonitor product performance and implement corrective actions to maintain quality and consistency.




/li liSupport cost optimization initiatives through ingredient selection, yield improvement, waste reduction, and process efficiency.
/li liEnsure compliance with all food safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
/li liManage and develop culinary teams, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and innovation.
/li liParticipate in customer presentations, product evaluations, sensory assessments, and commercialization activities.
/li /ul h3Requirements /h3 ul liProfessional qualification in Culinary Arts, Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field.
/li liMinimum 10 years of progressive experience in food production, food manufacturing, product development, or culinary leadership roles.
/li liStrong knowledge of industrial food production environments and large-scale manufacturing processes.
/li liProven experience in recipe development, product standardization, and process optimization.
/li liSolid understanding of food safety regulations, quality systems, and manufacturing best practices.
/li liExperience collaborating with cross-functional teams including Operations, Quality, Procurement, and Commercial functions.
/li liStrong leadership and people management skills.Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
/li liFluency in English.
/li /ul h3Package: RAL: € /h3 h3Place of work: Gallarate /h3 #J-*****-Ljbffr

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