Job Description

We are Dodo Brands - create and develop technological fast food brands through franchising. We have two major projects: Dodo Pizza, Drinkit coffee shops - over 1400 locations and more than 35,000 employees in 24 countries in Europe, Africa and Asia.
We're not just launching pizzas. Technology goes through every process: we have digitalysed every process and made our business smart, so we can grow quickly while maintaining high quality.

We have already launched 10+ pizzerias in Dubai
and we're just getting started.
We need to enhance the taste experience for our guests and offer the most exciting menu options while maintaining efficient and well-structured internal processes in supply and production.
We're looking for an R&D-manager to join our team with Brand Chef/New Product Development Manager and procurement expertise.
This role combines the skills of a food technologist and researcher -- someone who understands taste and food, production, logistics, commercial matters, the consumer market, and procurement -- all driven by a spirit of entrepreneurship and innovation.
*Vacancy suggests a hybrid format with direct accommodation in Dubai.

Required skills:

Degree in food production or a related field; At least 4 years of experience in the restaurant industry; Understanding of how the foodservice market operates;
Strong communication skills, including conducting negotiations with partners and suppliers;

Experience in menu development, including the creation of technical and technological cards (recipes/spec sheets), unit cost calculation, food pairing, and analysis of food consumption trends across different markets; English proficiency at Upper-Intermediate level or higher; Previous experience in an R&D team at a similar company or in opening a cafe or restaurant - would be a strong advantage.

Day-to-day tasks:

Create and develop new products, including pizza, bakery, snacks, desserts and beverages, as well as compound ingredients; Collaborate with suppliers -- provide technical specifications, drive improvements and organize innovation days; Prepare and conduct culinary presentations; Systematically check customer experience and work with feedback on ingredients from both - customers and franchise partners; Organize cross-functional work with purchasing, logistics, marketing teams and pizza makers - improve processes, share expertise.

Conditions:

Trusting and engaging corporate culture where individuals make decisions and take responsibility, solving challenging tasks; Competitive salary; Opportunities for professional development within the company; Comprehensive support for all processes (work visa for the employee, health insurance); Necessary equipment for work; Paid training, including courses, conferences, meet-ups and relevant literature.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Contract length: 24 months

Pay: AED8,000.00 - AED13,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

Are you comfortable with the proposed salary range?
Language:

English fluently (Required)
Location:

Dubai (Required)
Expected Start Date: 01/09/2025