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Assistant Recipe Tester Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA (NOW HIRING)

Sous Chef

Baton Rouge, LA

$43K - $58K/yr

Ensuring line checks, testing, training, recipe adherence, expo management, cook times, cooking ... assistant Callie. We look forward to hearing from you!

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How much do assistant recipe tester jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant recipe tester in Baton Rouge, LA is $23.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.22 and $25.87 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.

What does an assistant recipe tester do?

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 skills and qualifications are needed to be an assistant recipe tester?

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.

What job categories do people searching Assistant Recipe Tester jobs in Baton Rouge, LA look for?

The top searched job categories for Assistant Recipe Tester jobs in Baton Rouge, LA are:

$43K - $58K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

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At Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, we Live, Breathe and Dream Steak & Wine!  


The soul of our brand is rooted in our Principles & Beliefs. Our values form the foundation for everything we do in every restaurant. They serve to guide how we lead and operate! 


Fleming's is rooted in our principles and beliefs. We foster a passionate team culture where everyone is supported, encouraged, engaged and celebrated. Our first in class training programs enable our restaurants to have a positive environment to learn, grow and advance. 

As a successful Sous Chef, you will be the key to fulfilling our promise to make every guest visit a memorable celebration of food, wine, and personalized service. Ensuring that Fleming's is an employer of choice in your community by creating a work environment where we welcome and respect who you are! You'll leave work every day knowing your positive contributions are appreciated. 

Specific responsibilities of a Sous Chef will include: 

  • Driving our high-quality employee standards by helping to maintain a fully staffed kitchen, fostering an inclusive environment, developing our kitchen Associates, and holding the team accountable in a constructive and supportive way. 
  • Implementing effective security protocols to always ensure the ongoing safety of both our employees and guests.  
  • Driving restaurant results by supervising the set-up and food production areas within the kitchen to maximize productivity and minimize waste. Ensuring line checks, testing, training, recipe adherence, expo management, cook times, cooking, etc.   
  • Taking pride in presenting quality food by ensuring that all menu items are made according to recipe and the presentation is to our high standards.   
  • Enforcing safety and sanitation practices by showcasing a passion for excellence and maintaining immaculate facilities. 
  • Living our Principles & Beliefs that people are inherently good and seek a sense of belonging and significance. Be a role model and foster a passionate culture within your restaurant of having fun! We strive to support our People in living full, balanced lives. 

Requirements: 

  • Minimum of 2 years prior kitchen supervisory or kitchen management experience 
  • Minimum of 2 years of previous polished casual or fine dining experience preferred 
  • Availability to work a flexible schedule 
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States 
  • Must be at least 21 years of age 
  • Basic computer proficiency preferred 

Bloomin Brands offers benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and 401k. Further details around eligibility and additional benefit offerings can be found at https://bloominbrandsbenefits.com/     

Compensation Range: Varies By Location - Varies by Location, based on a 45-hour work week (40 hours of regular and 5 hours of overtime)

We value diversity and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing all individuals employment consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.    

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