Introduction
At Ebb & Flow Group, we craft extraordinary dining experiences that combine creativity, precision, and passion. With a growing portfolio of over 8 brands across the island including several upcoming openings.
We are looking for a Group R&D Chef to shape the culinary direction of our group. This role is at the heart of innovation: you will lead the creation of new dishes, refine menus, and ensure uncompromising quality across multiple concepts, collaborating closely with Head Chefs to elevate every brand.
What You'll Do
- Lead culinary research and development across multiple brands, driving innovation while maintaining the highest standards of quality and consistency.
- Translate briefs and vision into measurable standards for taste, presentation, and execution across all outlets.
- Collaborate with Head Chefs to design and refine new dishes, seasonal menus, and signature offerings that define each brand's identity.
- Support pre-opening projects and concept launches, including menu ideation, ingredient planning, and culinary direction.
- Develop and standardise recipes, plating guides, and portion controls to ensure repeatable excellence across the group.
- Conduct regular tastings and menu reviews, ensuring that every dish reflects creativity, balance, and operational feasibility.
- Troubleshoot culinary challenges, providing expert guidance to achieve perfection in execution.
- Work closely with procurement, operations, and leadership teams to align R&D outputs with brand goals, sourcing high-quality ingredients, and optimizing food cost.
- Report to the founders and stakeholders, sharing updates on innovation initiatives, menu performance, and quality benchmarks.
We're Looking for Someone Who:
- Comes from a fine-dining background, ideally having led or contributed to Michelin-starred, award-winning, or high-profile kitchens.
- Has experience in R&D, Culinary Development, or Executive Chef roles within multi-concept or hospitality groups.
- Is driven by creativity, flavor innovation, and culinary excellence, with meticulous attention to detail.
- Possesses a deep understanding of menu development, food costing, and operational feasibility.
- Thrives in a collaborative role, inspiring and guiding Head Chefs while shaping group-wide culinary strategy.
- Can balance artistry with practicality, translating innovative ideas into scalable, repeatable dishes.
Perks & Benefits
- Birthday Leave
- Medical & Dental Coverage
- Staff Discounts
- Career Growth Play a pivotal role in innovation, pre-openings, and group-wide culinary strategy
