Corporate Chef

Company: IRCA Group is a leading international provider of semi-finished ingredients for the bakery, pastry and gelato markets, serving independent producers as well as large food manufacturers (e.g. CPG). Core products include chocolate, chocolate decorations, creams, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, and other bakery/pastry ingredients.

The company, headquartered in Italy, acquired RAVIFRUIT in 2023, a premium fruit puree brand located in Anneyron, France.

RAVIFRUIT is a global brand producing high-quality fruit puree & fruit preparations for the Gourmet and SME channels, supplying more than 65 countries.

What we offer:IRCA fosters a dynamic environment, embracing diversity and valuing diverse perspectives and international experiences, offering a stimulating context. We promote professional growth by providing tailor-made development programs and career advancement opportunities locally and internationally. With locations worldwide, we offer the chance to work on international projects, collaborate across cultures, and gain a global perspective. Joining our team means becoming part of a global community of passionate professionals dedicated to making a difference. If you are looking for stimulating challenges and the chance to contribute your ideas for process improvement in an ever-growing company, IRCA is the right place.

Purpose of Position: We are looking for a passionate and team-oriented Pastry Chef to support the development of our RAVIFRUIT brand in France and abroad.

The Corporate chef will act as a brand champion and fruit puree expert within the IRCA group and ensure his expertise is delivered to our customers.

The Corporate chef will be responsible for delivering customer-orientated activities as well as supporting the Marketing team in the marketing plan elaboration and execution.

The position has a global focus and all activities need to be steered in close collaboration with the relevant departments, in particular Marketing, Sales, the Application team, and R&D.

The incumbent will evolve in a dynamic, cross-functional and fast-paced environment, within an international group and multicultural teams.

In the mid-term, the RAVIFRUIT Corporate chef will also be responsible for another brand of the group, CESARIN, an Italian premium fruit preparation and candied fruit company with strong artisanal know-how.

• Participate in the development of recipes and technical tools.
• Participate in the preparation and ensure the smooth running of events such as demonstrations, photo shoots, and technical product training for Sales and Distributors, in France and abroad.
• Lead masterclasses and thematic trainings in pastry, confectionery and ice cream categories for our end customers (artisan pastry chefs, ice cream makers), in France and abroad.
• Ability to organize a production (pastry, ice cream) and/or research work and synthesize the results.

• Create recipes for seasonal recipe collections, in line with market trends and marketing needs.
• Support the marketing and R&D teams in delivering the Innovation pipeline, from idea generation to product testing in application and market launch.
• Deliver clear market intelligence and customer insights to support brand development and marketing plans.
• Provide recommendations for specific marketing-led projects, including new brand ambassador recruitment and chef community growth.

• Education: BTM (or equivalent) in Pastry or Ice cream
• Professional Skills: Very good knowledge of Pastry (boutique and restaurant) and Ice Cream categories (building analytical tables, making sorbet and frozen entremets)
• Experiences: Minimum 3 years experience as a Chef.
• Language Skills: Fluent French and English as a must (spoken and written)
• Computer Skills: Proficient in the use of MS Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word)
• Behavioral requirements: Communicates effectively and has very good communication skills. Team player and solution-oriented. Capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously. Prone to autonomous management and organization of work. Hands-on attitude and ability to work in a dynamic environment. Creative and innovative mindset. Attitude for continuous learning/curiosity.
• Other: The position is based in Anneyron (Drôme), France, at the RAVIFRUIT production site, or alternatively in Paris, at La Léfense at IRCA France Studio. Frequent travels involved in France and abroad.

Please, send your CV in English, the recruitment team is international and part of the hiring process will be in English.

We welcome applications from candidates of all genders, backgrounds, identities, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, parental responsibilities, age, religion, or belief. We believe in equal opportunities for all and ensure that our hiring process complies with the highest standards of non-discrimination and inclusivity. IRCA Group is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone can be their authentic selves, reach their full potential, and feel a true sense of belonging. Join us in creating a workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone can thrive.