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Food Editor

Description

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We are looking for a Food Editor to join our editorial team and lead the creation, curation, and editing of high-quality food-related content across digital and print platforms. As a Food Editor, you will be responsible for developing engaging recipes, food features, culinary trends, and dining guides that resonate with our audience. You will collaborate with writers, photographers, chefs, and marketing teams to ensure content is accurate, visually appealing, and aligned with our brand voice. The ideal candidate has a deep passion for food, excellent writing and editing skills, and a strong understanding of the culinary world. You should be able to spot emerging food trends, work under tight deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Experience in food journalism, recipe development, or culinary arts is highly desirable. Your role will involve overseeing the editorial calendar, assigning stories to freelance contributors, editing submissions for clarity and accuracy, and ensuring all content meets editorial standards. You will also be expected to attend industry events, conduct interviews with chefs and food personalities, and occasionally contribute original content. In addition to editorial responsibilities, you will work closely with the social media and digital teams to optimize content for SEO and audience engagement. You will also collaborate with the design team to ensure that visual elements complement written content effectively. This is a dynamic role that requires creativity, attention to detail, and a strong editorial voice. If you are passionate about food and storytelling, and have a knack for turning culinary ideas into compelling content, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

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  • Develop and manage the editorial calendar for food content
  • Edit and proofread food-related articles, recipes, and features
  • Collaborate with writers, photographers, and chefs
  • Identify and report on emerging culinary trends
  • Ensure content aligns with brand voice and editorial standards
  • Assign and manage freelance contributors
  • Attend food events and conduct interviews with industry professionals
  • Work with digital teams to optimize content for SEO
  • Coordinate with design team for visual content
  • Contribute original food content as needed

Requirements

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  • Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Culinary Arts, or related field
  • 3+ years of experience in food writing or editing
  • Strong knowledge of culinary trends and food culture
  • Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
  • Experience with content management systems (CMS)
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Familiarity with SEO best practices
  • Attention to detail and creative thinking
  • Portfolio of published food-related work

Potential interview questions

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  • What experience do you have in food journalism or editing?
  • Can you provide samples of your published food content?
  • How do you stay updated on culinary trends?
  • Describe a time you managed multiple editorial projects simultaneously.
  • What is your approach to editing recipes for clarity and accuracy?
  • How do you ensure content aligns with a brand’s voice?
  • Have you worked with freelance writers or contributors before?
  • What CMS platforms are you familiar with?
  • How do you optimize content for SEO?
  • Are you comfortable attending food events and conducting interviews?