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Assistant Recipe Tester Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Our ideal candidate must have a positive attitude, willingness to learn and grow within a Michelin starred restaurant, assist Executive Pastry Chef and Pastry Sous Chef in recipe testing, pastry ...

Junior Sous Chef

Emeryville, CA · On-site

$30 - $32/hr

Supervise all food production for flavor, texture, and visual presentation; perform regular tastings and ensure recipe adherence. * R&D Support: Assist in recipe testing and development; proactively ...

Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations, equipment, and storage areas throughout each shift. * Assist with menu changes, recipe testing, and implementation of new airline accounts or ...

Pastry Sous Chef

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Lead and support the pastry team in daily production and service execution * Assist the Executive Pastry Chef with menu development, recipe testing, and seasonal offerings * Ensure consistency ...

Research & Development (R&D) Sous Chef

Austin, TX · On-site

$49K - $66K/yr

Execute recipe testing, sensory evaluations, tastings, and product trials * Maintain detailed documentation of recipes, ingredient specs, testing procedures, and results * Assist with seasonal menu ...

Monitor food quality and presentation standards * Assist in menu development, recipe testing, and seasonal specials * Manage inventory, assist with ordering, and manage food cost controls * Ensure ...

Lead and support the pastry team in daily production and service execution * Assist the Executive Pastry Chef with menu development, recipe testing, and seasonal offerings * Ensure consistency ...

Pastry Sous Chef

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Lead and support the pastry team in daily production and service execution * Assist the Executive Pastry Chef with menu development, recipe testing, and seasonal offerings * Ensure consistency ...

Execute recipe testing, sensory evaluations, tastings, and product trials * Maintain detailed documentation of recipes, ingredient specs, testing procedures, and results * Assist with seasonal menu ...

Executive Sous Chef

Washington, DC · On-site

$115K - $120K/yr

Maintain accurate, up-to-date recipe documentation and costing across all concepts. * Support yield testing, portion control standards, and waste reduction initiatives. * Assist in sourcing ...

Pastry Sous Chef

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Lead and support the pastry team in daily production and service execution * Assist the Executive Pastry Chef with menu development, recipe testing, and seasonal offerings * Ensure consistency ...

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How much do assistant recipe tester jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant recipe tester in the United States is $24.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Assistant Recipe Tester job?

An Assistant Recipe Tester helps evaluate and refine recipes by measuring ingredients, following cooking procedures, and recording results. They ensure consistency, taste, and presentation meet expectations. Their role may also involve providing feedback to improve texture, flavor, and overall quality. They often work under the supervision of a head recipe developer or chef.

What does a typical day look like for an Assistant Recipe Tester?

As an Assistant Recipe Tester, your day usually involves preparing and cooking recipes according to specific instructions, meticulously recording results, and providing feedback on taste, texture, presentation, and clarity of recipe directions. You’ll regularly collaborate with chefs, food scientists, and culinary editors to refine recipes and address any inconsistencies or areas for improvement. The pace can be fast, especially close to publishing deadlines or during product development sprints, and flexibility is important as recipes and tasks may vary daily. This hands-on role provides great exposure to food innovation and is ideal for those eager to grow in the culinary field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Assistant Recipe Tester position, and why are they important?

To excel as an Assistant Recipe Tester, you should possess strong culinary knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to accurately follow recipe instructions, often supported by formal culinary education or equivalent kitchen experience. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, digital recipe management tools, and food safety certifications (such as ServSafe) are commonly required. Excellent communication, teamwork, and time management skills help you collaborate effectively with chefs, food developers, and other testers. These competencies ensure recipes are tested efficiently, results are consistently documented, and high-quality standards are maintained.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Recipe Tester job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 94% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 53% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 46% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,449 per year, or $24.7 per hour.

Test Kitchen Assistant - Morning

Aqui Lime

Panama City Beach, FL • On-site

$300 - $500/wk

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

TEST KITCHEN ASSISTANT - Morning
Looking to add another to our high value team of Kitchen Testers! This position may have both Part and Full time options.
JOB TASKS
  • Support on-time recipe testing and photoshoot schedules, helping the Culinary team meet our deadlines for 20+ recipes each week.
  • Maintain an organized and efficient pantry and kitchen to support this quick turnaround.
  • Have opportunities to work with our chefs and Content team during photo and video shoots for weekly menus, as well as blog posts, social posts, and other shareable kitchen content.
  • Manage kitchen inventory, placing orders or making grocery runs to keep our kitchen well-stocked and running smoothly.
  • Participate in weekly tastings to approve and tweak new recipes

You have:
  • Culinary Degree
  • 1+ year working in a test kitchen
  • Experience working with Egnyte, Google Drive, and CMS platforms
  • Excellent, team-oriented communication skills
  • Excellent organizational skills

!?! Upon acceptance of an offer, applicant will be required to undergo a Background check. !?!