Manager

About the Role

Position Overview Moon Chay is seeking a passionate and innovative Manager, Research & Development (R&D) to lead the development of new vegan products, improve existing menu offerings, and support the growth of our brand. This role is responsible for creating high-quality, healthy, and authentic Vietnamese vegan cuisine that meets customer expectations and market trends.

Job Details

Experience: in vegan, vegetarian, or healthy food concepts is highly preferred. Strong understanding of food costing, inventory management, and restaurant operations. Creative mindset with excellent problem-solving and project management skills. Strong communication, leadership, and team training abilities. Proficiency in English Vietnamese language skills are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• 1.
• Product Research & Development Research market trends in vegan, plant-based, healthy, and functional foods in Singapore and internationally.
• Develop new food and beverage products, seasonal menus, and signature dishes for Moon Chay.
• Continuously improve existing recipes to enhance taste, presentation, nutritional value, and consistency.
• Explore and test new plant-based ingredients and cooking techniques.
• 2.
• Recipe Standardization & Documentation Create and maintain standardized recipe cards for all food and beverage items.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for food preparation and production.
• Establish ingredient specifications, portion control, and storage guidelines to ensure consistency across operations.
• 3.
• Cost Management & Product Optimization Calculate and monitor food cost and beverage cost for all products.
• Identify opportunities to optimize ingredient usage and reduce waste while maintaining quality standards.
• Work closely with suppliers to source quality ingredients at competitive prices.
• 4.
• Product Implementation & Training Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Operations Team to launch new menu items.
• Train kitchen staff on recipes, preparation methods, plating standards, and production procedures.
• Ensure smooth implementation of new products into daily operations.
• 5.
• Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement Conduct regular product evaluations and quality control assessments.
• Gather customer feedback and analyze sales performance to improve menu offerings.
• Ensure all products comply with Singapore food safety regulations and company quality standards.
• 6.
• Strategic Brand Development Develop unique and innovative products that strengthen Moon Chay's market position.
• Support menu planning, promotional campaigns, and brand-building initiatives.
• Contribute to future expansion projects and new business opportunities.

Requirements

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• Diploma or Degree in Food Science, Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in food product development, menu development, R&D, or restaurant kitchen management.

Benefits

✅ Competitive salary package based on experience and qualifications ✅ Performance bonus based on contribution and results ✅ Career growth opportunities within a fast-growing Vietnamese vegan brand ✅ Positive and purpose-driven work environment ✅ Opportunity to create innovative products that inspire healthier lifestyles ##

How to Apply

Apply on NCS: | Email: info@foundit.in | Phone: 8069857811