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KETTLE CUISINE LLC

Culinary R&D Specialist

Lynn, MA · On-site

$50K - $65K/yr

JOB SUMMARY The Culinary R&D Specialist plays a crucial role in supporting research and development ... Execute sample recipes from start to finish with minimal supervision. * Assist with special ...

Revolution Foods

Culinary R&D Manager

Commerce, CA · On-site

$91K - $115K/yr

We're looking for a Culinary R&D Manager who can bring together culinary creativity, product development, and operational execution. This is not a bench-only role; you will take ideas from concept to ...

KETTLE CUISINE LLC

Culinary R&D Specialist

Lynn, MA

$36.20K - $48.50K/yr

JOB SUMMARY The Culinary R&D Specialist plays a crucial role in supporting research and development ... Execute sample recipes from start to finish with minimal supervision. * Assist with special ...

Revolution Foods

Culinary R&D Manager

Commerce, CA · On-site

$91K - $115K/yr

We're looking for a Culinary R&D Manager who can bring together culinary creativity, product development, and operational execution. This is not a bench-only role; you will take ideas from concept to ...

Acxion

Culinary R&D Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

ABOUT THE ROLE We're seeking a highly creative, client-facing, and commercially minded Culinary R&D Manager to join our culinary innovation team. This role sits at the intersection of culinary ...

Del Taco

R&D Associate Manager

Lake Forest, CA · On-site

$89K - $110K/yr

Director of Culinary Research & Development SALARY RANGE : $89,000 - $110,000 / Annual Position Summary: Seeking an innovative product developer with a growth mindset and a desire to create and ...

Del Taco, LLC

R&D Associate Manager

Lake Forest, CA

$89K - $110K/yr

Director of Culinary Research & Development SALARY RANGE : $89,000 - $110,000 / Annual Position Summary: Seeking an innovative product developer with a growth mindset and a desire to create and ...

Gardant

Assistant Culinary Director

Dekalb, IL

Under the supervision of the Culinary Services Director, our Assistant Culinary Services Director ... Attends continuous learning and development opportunities through attendance and participation in ...

Gardant

Assistant Culinary Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

Under the supervision of the Culinary Services Director, our Assistant Culinary Services Director ... Attends continuous learning and development opportunities through attendance and participation in ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant culinary research development in the United States is $21.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Culinary Research Development vs Culinary Research Coordinator?

AspectAssistant Culinary Research DevelopmentCulinary Research Coordinator
CredentialsTypically requires culinary or food science certifications, associate or bachelor’s degreeUsually requires similar certifications and experience in food research
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, test kitchens, food production facilitiesResearch labs, testing centers, collaboration with culinary teams
Employer & Industry UsageFood companies, R&D departments, culinary innovation teamsFood industry, research institutions, product development firms
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for entry-level roles in culinary R&DCompared for project management and research coordination roles

The Assistant Culinary Research Development role typically involves supporting food research and product testing under supervision, focusing on culinary innovation. The Culinary Research Coordinator often manages research projects, coordinates testing activities, and liaises between teams. While both roles require similar educational backgrounds and work environments, the coordinator position usually involves more project management responsibilities.

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Culinary R&D Specialist

Culinary R&D Specialist

KETTLE CUISINE LLC

Lynn, MA • On-site

$50K - $65K/yr

Other

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

JOB SUMMARY
The Culinary R&D Specialist plays a crucial role in supporting research and development chefs in creating innovative products. Responsibilities include maintaining a clean and organized Culinary Center, ensuring development workstations are equipped with necessary tools and materials, preparing R&D samples for shipment, and providing culinary support by preparing and cooking customer samples. Additionally, this role serves as an ambassador for "Honoring Food".
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Execute sample recipes from start to finish with minimal supervision.
  • Assist with special functions within the scope of R&D, whether on-site or off-site.
  • Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of the Culinary Center, including kitchen, pantry, cooler, and freezer spaces.
  • Ensure optimal stock levels of ingredients through proper rotation, labeling, and storage.
  • Requisition and record the usage of raw materials and ingredients as required.
  • Set up kitchen equipment each morning, gather recipes, and procure necessary raw materials.
  • Supply the culinary team with clean and sanitized equipment and raw materials throughout the day.
  • Assist with cooking and/or batching recipes under supervision.
  • Manage inventory and record-keeping for all development samples.
  • Package, label, and ship development samples as needed.
  • Coordinate product orders and arrange soup tastings for clients.
  • Provide assistance to chefs during internal taste panels and customer visits as necessary.

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY
  • Work under close supervision with limited decision-making authority.
  • Indirectly interact with customers on matters of minor impact on revenue.
  • Make indirect contributions to revenue-generating efforts at a moderate level.
  • Decisions or actions have a limited impact on the business, typically within the department.
  • Errors are typically detected through routine verification/review but may result in some workflow disruption or repetition of work.
  • Not responsible for influencing the decisions or actions of others.

**This role is pivotal in supporting culinary innovation and maintaining high standards within the organization's research and development processes.
SKILLS REQUIRED
  • Associate's degree, or equivalent experience required
  • Requires one - three years of experience
  • On-the-job training of 3-6 months.
  • Must be proficient with MS Office programs, specifically Excel and Outlook.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Assistant Product Developer encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Physical Demands/Efforts
  • Work requires occasional physical exertion including some lifting of objects weighing up to 40 pounds
  • Willing and able to stand for long periods of time

Mental & Visual Demands
  • Work performed by this position requires moderate mental concentration to effectively execute moderately complex tasks.
  • Work requires continuous visual effort for extended periods of time.

Work Environment and Hazards
  • Employee works in a manufacturing setting with frequent exposure to heat/cold, dust, or other factors that may require protective equiptment and still pose a hazard.
  • This position has regular exposure to hazards that could result in significate injury and lengthy loss of time at work.
  • Travel is not required for this position.

Additional skills
  • Passion for food
  • Culinary training; i.e. cooking techniques / knife work / sanitation / HACCP / ingredient knowledge
  • ServSafe certification a plus
  • Ability to adapt and multi-task via a dynamic work environment with a positive attitude
  • Collaborative
  • Customer- Centric
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Keen attention to detail

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