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Assistant Culinary Research Development Jobs in California

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 ...

ATOMS Careers page

Culinary R&D Associate

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$70K - $110K/yr

This isn't just an R&D role - you're helping define the culinary roadmap for a business with ambitions of X+locations, household-name brands, and the gold standard in digital-first dining. You'll own ...

Lab37

Culinary R&D Associate

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$70K - $110K/yr

This isn't just an R&D role - you're helping define the culinary roadmap for a business with ambitions of X+locations, household-name brands, and the gold standard in digital-first dining. You'll own ...

Lab37

Culinary R&D Associate

Los Angeles, CA

$70K - $110K/yr

This isn't just an R&D role - you're helping define the culinary roadmap for a business with ambitions of X+locations, household-name brands, and the gold standard in digital-first dining. You'll own ...

ATOMS Careers page

Culinary R&D Associate

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$70K - $110K/yr

This isn't just an R&D role - you're helping define the culinary roadmap for a business with ambitions of X+locations, household-name brands, and the gold standard in digital-first dining. You'll own ...

O Positiv

Research & Development Manager

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$135K - $160K/yr

Your Role The Research & Development Manager is responsible for supporting the execution of product ... date * Assist with the artwork development process to proof and ensure proper routing and ...

Lab37

Culinary R&D Training Manager

Los Angeles, CA

$114K - $134K/yr

Role Overview You make sure what gets built in the R&D kitchen actually works in the real one - at scale, under pressure, shift after shift. You sit at the intersection of culinary operations ...

Lab37

Culinary R&D Training Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$114K - $134K/yr

Role Overview You make sure what gets built in the R&D kitchen actually works in the real one - at scale, under pressure, shift after shift. You sit at the intersection of culinary operations ...

Kinder's

Research & Development Manager

Walnut Creek, CA · On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

The Manager, Research & Development will be responsible for supporting the development and ... Partner closely with Operations, Marketing, Culinary, and Supply Chain to translate consumer ...

Kinder's

Research & Development Manager

Walnut Creek, CA · On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

The Manager, Research & Development will be responsible for supporting the development and ... Partner closely with Operations, Marketing, Culinary, and Supply Chain to translate consumer ...

Citrotech

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Research & Development Chemist

Oceanside, CA · On-site

$95K - $120K/yr

Support product validation and scale-up from laboratory through commercial manufacturing * Assist ... R&D experience (advanced degrees may substitute for some experience) * Experience in a ...

UTOPIACOMPRESSION CORPORATION

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Research Development Engineer

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$38 - $45/hr

About the Role We are looking for a hands-on R&D Engineer who thrives at the intersection of ... • Assist in flight testing, calibration, and field operations for drone platforms Basic ...

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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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R&D Associate Manager

R&D Associate Manager

Del Taco

Lake Forest, CA • On-site

$89K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 4 hours ago

Del Taco rating

5.7

Company rating: 5.7 out of 10

Based on 90 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

32nd of 103 rated fast food restaurants

Job description

JOB TITLE: R&D Associate Manager
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
DEPARTMENT: Research & Development
REPORTS TO: 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 inspire the food culture at Del Taco. This position is responsible for the execution of the innovation pipeline. This includes product design and experimentation, leveraging consumer insights throughout development, commercialization with cross functional partners, and presenting progress to leadership for feedback and alignment throughout the innovation process. The R&D Associate Manager will play a key role in bringing Del Taco Innovation to life!
Essential Job Functions / Duties:
  • Contribute to an innovative, curiosity-driven, food forward mindset in the organization
  • Design, develop, and test new products to ensure they meet ideal customer experience in restaurant. (hold time, temperature, product yields, shelf life, texture, etc.)
  • Lead the development and alignment of product culinary gold standards and specifications to ensure high quality standards throughout commercialization.
  • Partner with Finance to develop cost for new products.
  • Supports the team to maintain Marketing and Research & Development plans and timelines, including key tasks and milestones to meet project due dates.
  • Attend and provide assembly and expertise for new product photoshoots & commercials.
  • Collaborate effectively with cross functional partners and suppliers (Operations, Supply Chain, Consumer Insights, Finance) to move projects forward and to work through identified issues.
  • Present product updates to key stakeholders as we move through the innovation process
  • Access emerging culinary and industry trends to explore ways to apply the learning to Del Taco projects.

Skills and Experience
  • Proven hands-on product developer and implementer of innovation projects
  • Proven sensory knowledge to test and establish ideal product characteristics (culinary gold standard) that are communicated and delivered in end-product to consumer
  • Ability to work closely with suppliers in developing and improving processes to achieve commercial viability for products
  • Demonstrates a practical approach of product development and operational systems, supplier food processing, and the impact of distribution chains
  • Proven track record of working with and influencing cross-functional partners
  • Must work well with diverse groups and support a working team relationship
  • High energy, positive, proactive, and flexible team player
  • Strong analytical/investigative and troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects from start to finish while maintaining priorities and details
  • Able to work independently, proactively, and communicate with the team (verbal and written)
  • Proficient in Outlook, Word, Excel, and Powerpoint

Education & Work Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Culinary, or related field with 5-7 years product development experience in restaurant industry.

Tools & Technologies
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook Email
  • Able to communicate clearly over email and phone

Licenses / Permits Required
  • ServSafe Manager Certification (can be obtained once hired)
  • Food Handler's Certificate (can be obtained once hired)
  • Valid Driver License and reliable transportation

Additional Requirements
  • Requires mainly working from the corporate office/test kitchen environment located in Lake Forest, CA; Monday - Friday
  • Extended periods of standing and working in kitchen
  • Approximately 10% - 20% travel required, training sessions and meetings are a part of the job
  • May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Responsibilities and duties may change when circumstances dictate. (e.g., emergencies, changes in workload, rush projects, other tasks)

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We proudly work harder to make fast, awesome fresh Mexican food accessible to everyone, creating delightful moments for our guests. Working at Del Taco, you'll feel proud that you are part of an iconic brand, where we actually grill, shred and chop fresh ingredients. You'll feel proud that you have a chance to grow and earn more as you work through a realistic and achievable career path. It's not about JUST DOING IT, It's about BEING THE BEST at doing it. Learn more about being the best you can be.

Industry

Food services and drinking places

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Lake Forest, CA, US

Year founded

1964

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