Product Development Chef
About the Role
National Foods Limited is seeking an innovative and culinary-trained Product Development Chef to join its Quality, Innovation & Research Development (QIRD) team in Karachi. The role drives recipe development, sensory profiling, and culinary application of new food products.
Key Responsibilities
- Formulate creative recipes and enhance existing culinary products through systematic kitchen experimentation and culinary testing.
- Collaborate with the R&D and food technology teams to commercialize packaged recipe mixes, sauces, seasonings, and ready-to-cook meals.
- Conduct sensory evaluation panels, taste testings, and competitive bench-marking to optimize flavor profiles.
- Train brand teams and marketing specialists on authentic cooking techniques and product application demonstrations.
- Ensure all culinary trials strictly comply with food safety, sanitation, and NFL quality assurance standards.
Qualifications & Skills
Basic Requirements
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Food Science, Hotel Management, or equivalent culinary qualification.
- 3-6 years of professional culinary experience in five-star hotels, high-end commercial kitchens, or food corporate R&D.
- Deep expertise in Pakistani, Pan-Asian, and international cuisines, spices, and authentic seasoning profiles.
- Strong understanding of food chemistry, shelf-life characteristics, and industrial scale-up dynamics.
- Excellent sensory evaluation abilities and passion for food innovation.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in corporate FMCG recipe development or culinary product research.
- Recognized national or international chef certifications and culinary competition honors.
How to Apply
Official application process and instructions for National Foods Ltd.
Apply directly through the National Foods Careers portal at https://nfoods.com/careers/.
Upload your updated resume along with a culinary portfolio or recipe showcase.
Ensure submission is completed before November 22, 2026.
About National Foods Ltd
National Foods Limited is Pakistan’s leading multi-category food manufacturer, enriching lives with innovative food solutions and authentic flavors in Pakistan and across 40+ export markets worldwide.
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