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Title
Text copied to clipboard!Culinary Development Specialist
Description
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We are looking for a Culinary Development Specialist to join our dynamic food innovation team. This role is ideal for a creative and technically skilled culinary professional who is passionate about developing new food products, enhancing existing recipes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring culinary concepts to life. The Culinary Development Specialist will work closely with chefs, food scientists, marketing teams, and production staff to ensure that all culinary creations meet quality, cost, and scalability standards.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in culinary arts, food science, or a related field, and experience in product development within the food and beverage industry. You will be responsible for researching food trends, testing new ingredients, and creating innovative recipes that align with brand identity and consumer preferences. Your work will directly impact the success of new product launches and menu innovations across various food service and retail channels.
In this role, you will also be expected to maintain detailed documentation of recipes, processes, and test results, and to provide training and support to kitchen and production teams. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously are essential for success in this position.
If you are a culinary innovator with a passion for food and a drive to create exceptional dining experiences, we invite you to apply and become a key contributor to our culinary development initiatives.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop and test new food products and recipes
- Collaborate with chefs, food scientists, and marketing teams
- Research culinary trends and consumer preferences
- Ensure recipes meet quality, cost, and scalability standards
- Document all recipes, processes, and test results
- Provide training and support to kitchen and production teams
- Participate in sensory evaluations and product tastings
- Source and evaluate new ingredients and suppliers
- Adapt recipes for large-scale production
- Maintain compliance with food safety and regulatory standards
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts, Food Science, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in culinary product development
- Strong knowledge of food preparation and production techniques
- Excellent palate and sensory evaluation skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and recipe management software
- Understanding of food safety and regulatory requirements
- Creative mindset with attention to detail
- Experience working in cross-functional teams
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have in culinary product development?
- Can you describe a successful food product you helped develop?
- How do you stay current with food trends and innovations?
- What is your approach to recipe testing and documentation?
- How do you ensure consistency in large-scale food production?
- Describe a time you collaborated with a cross-functional team.
- What tools or software do you use for recipe management?
- How do you handle feedback and revisions during development?
- What is your experience with food safety regulations?
- Why are you interested in this Culinary Development Specialist role?
