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Sprouts Farmers Market

Culinary Specialist I

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$34K - $46K/yr

Support the Culinary Team in recipe testing, product evaluations, and new item launch activities for assigned categories. * Assist with maintaining recipe documentation, product specifications, and ...

Sprouts Farmers Market

Culinary Specialist I

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$34K - $46K/yr

Support the Culinary Team in recipe testing, product evaluations, and new item launch activities for assigned categories. * Assist with maintaining recipe documentation, product specifications, and ...

Sprouts Farmers Market

Culinary Specialist I

Phoenix, AZ

$34K - $46K/yr

Support the Culinary Team in recipe testing, product evaluations, and new item launch activities for assigned categories. * Assist with maintaining recipe documentation, product specifications, and ...

Sprouts Farmers Market

Culinary Specialist I

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$34K - $46K/yr

Support the Culinary Team in recipe testing, product evaluations, and new item launch activities for assigned categories. * Assist with maintaining recipe documentation, product specifications, and ...

Casino Arizona

EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF | CAZ

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$65K - $83K/yr

This job is a Safety Sensitive Position that will be subject to Drug & Alcohol Testing. Supervisory ... Demonstrates a high level of competence for labor KPIs, menu development and recipe costing

ClubCorp

Cook 3

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$17.25 - $21.25/hr

Communicate with the Executive Chef or Sous Chef regarding special product needs or issues with food quality or presentation. * Assist in menu planning, recipe development, and testing products.

Invited Clubs

Cook 3

Scottsdale, AZ

$17.25 - $21.25/hr

Communicate with the Executive Chef or Sous Chef regarding special product needs or issues with food quality or presentation. * Assist in menu planning, recipe development, and testing products.

Invited

Cook 3

Scottsdale, AZ

$17.25 - $21.25/hr

Communicate with the Executive Chef or Sous Chef regarding special product needs or issues with food quality or presentation. * Assist in menu planning, recipe development, and testing products.

Freeport McMoRan

Coffee Shop Lead

Morenci, AZ

$17.50 - $23.50/hr

Maintain accurate records of inventory; and resolve discrepancies when they occur * Assist in ... Prepare food and beverages to standard recipes or customized for customers, including recipe ...

Freeport McMoRan

Coffee Shop Lead

Morenci, AZ

$17.50 - $23.50/hr

... Center and assist in other areas at the Recreation Center as needed. Training Baristas and ... Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing. Employees may be required to work a non ...

Freeport McMoRan

Coffee Shop Lead

Morenci, AZ · On-site

$17.50 - $23.50/hr

Maintain accurate records of inventory; and resolve discrepancies when they occur * Assist in ... Prepare food and beverages to standard recipes or customized for customers, including recipe ...

Freeport-McMoRan, Inc.

Coffee Shop Lead

Morenci, AZ · On-site

$17.50 - $23.50/hr

Maintain accurate records of inventory; and resolve discrepancies when they occur * Assist in ... Prepare food and beverages to standard recipes or customized for customers, including recipe ...

Invited

Cook 2

Gilbert, AZ

$17.75 - $22/hr

Communicate with the Executive Chef or Sous Chef regarding special product needs or issues with food quality or presentation. * Assist in menu planning, recipe development, and testing products.

ClubCorp

Cook 2

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Communicate with the Executive Chef or Sous Chef regarding special product needs or issues with food quality or presentation. * Assist in menu planning, recipe development, and testing products.

Invited Clubs

Cook 2

Gilbert, AZ

$17.25 - $21.25/hr

Communicate with the Executive Chef or Sous Chef regarding special product needs or issues with food quality or presentation. * Assist in menu planning, recipe development, and testing products.

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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant recipe tester in Arizona is $23.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.69 and $25.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an assistant recipe tester?

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.

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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.

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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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Culinary Specialist I

Sprouts Farmers Market

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

$34K - $46K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Sprouts Farmers Market rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 828 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

24th of 123 rated grocery stores

Job description

Overview
The Culinary Specialist I supports the Culinary Team in recipe development, product testing, operational readiness, and training initiatives. Working under the guidance of the Head of Culinary and senior team members, this role assists with evaluating product execution, gathering store feedback, maintaining recipe documentation, and supporting new item launches. The position provides an opportunity to develop culinary, operational, and retail food production expertise while contributing to Sprouts' purpose to Help People Live and Eat Better
Essential Functions
  • Support the Culinary Team in recipe testing, product evaluations, and new item launch activities for assigned categories.
  • Assist with maintaining recipe documentation, product specifications, and production procedures to ensure accuracy and consistency.
  • Participate in test kitchen activities, including sample preparation, tastings, production trials, and documentation of
  • Gather and organize feedback from stores, field teams, and pilot locations regarding product execution and operational
  • Support the review of recipe yields, portion sizes, and ingredient information within approved culinary systems and
  • Assist with food costing, product data maintenance, and other administrative tasks supporting culinary programs and
  • Collaborate with Culinary, Merchandising, and Store Operations teams to support project execution and product launch
  • Help develop and maintain training materials, job aids, standard operating procedures, and other execution resources for
  • Participate in store visits, product demonstrations, training events, and pilot programs to build operational and culinary
  • Identify and communicate product execution challenges, documentation discrepancies, or process concerns to Culinary leadership for review and

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Physical Requirements
  • Associate's degree, culinary certification, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
  • 0-2 years of culinary, food service, retail operations, or related experience.
  • Internship, culinary school, restaurant, grocery, or food production experience welcomed.
  • Basic understanding of culinary techniques and food preparation methods.
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
  • Interest in retail food operations and product development.
  • Strong organization and attention to detail.
  • Ability to gather information and maintain accurate documentation.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.

Core Competencies
  • Communication
  • Customer Focus
  • Driving for Results
  • Positive Approach

Benefits
In addition to a rewarding career, Sprouts offers a comprehensive program to help support you and your family. These programs include:
  • Competitive pay
  • Sick time plan that you can use to support you or your immediate families health
  • Vacation accrual plan
  • Opportunities for career growth
  • 15% discount for you and one other family member in your household on all purchases made at Sprouts
  • Flexible schedules
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(K) Retirement savings plan with a generous company match
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Contests and appreciation events throughout the year full of prizes, food and fun!

Eligibility requirements may apply for the following benefits:
  • Bonus based on company and/or individual performance
  • Affordable benefit coverage, including medical, dental and vision
  • Health Savings Account with company match
  • Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
  • Company paid short-term disability coverage
  • Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers
  • Paid holidays

Get Paid Every Day!
Sprouts Farmers Market offers DailyPay - if you're hired as an eligible employee, you'll be able to transfer the money you've already earned at no extra cost, and get it the next business day, for free. We offer DailyPay so you don't have to wait for payday to access the money you've already worked for. With DailyPay, you can see how much you've made every day and you can transfer your money any time before payday.
You can learn more by visiting https://www.dailypay.com/partners/sprouts-farmers-market/.
Why Sprouts
Grow with us!
If you have a passion for inspiring people and a flair for fresh food, consider applying for a job at Sprouts! With a focus on customer service, our neighborhood grocery stores offer high-quality, farm fresh produce, natural meats, plenty of scoop-your-own bulk goods and much more in a fun, friendly, old-fashioned farmer's market setting. Come grow your career in healthy living with a fast-paced, rapidly growing company and teams that pride themselves on empowering others along their journey.
At Sprouts, we're committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and caring workplace culture.
Our Team Member Resource Groups (TMRGs) create spaces for connection, support, and growth. Every team member is welcome to join one or more of our five groups:
  • Inspiring Women at Sprouts
  • Rainbow Alliance at Sprouts
  • Sabor at Sprouts
  • Soul at Sprouts
  • Honored to Serve at Sprouts

Together, these groups celebrate diversity and empower our team to thrive.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Sprouts' management reserves the right to amend and change duties, responsibilities, and requirements to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.
Sprouts will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance.
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