ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Business Development Food Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Dessert Holdings Inc.

R&D Food Scientist

Aurora, CO · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

R&D Food Scientist Are you ready to elevate your career in manufacturing operations and be a part ... Will drive technical projects to meet business initiatives focusing on new product development ...

Shamrock

Business Development Manager

Commerce City, CO · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

Developing and implementing strategic Business Development sales plan to achieve company goals ... the food industry and has been since being founded in Arizona in 1922. Our Mission: At Shamrock ...

Pinion

Business Developer - Agriculture

Loveland, CO · Hybrid

$70K - $90K/yr

Pinion is looking for a Business Developer who thrives on creating opportunities, building trusted ... development and growth opportunities * The opportunity to work with the nation's leading food and ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsBusiness Development Food JobsBusiness Development Food Jobs in Colorado

Business Development Food information

See Colorado salary details

$38.4K

$90K

$156.7K

How much do business development food jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for business development food in Colorado is $90,012.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64,100.00 and $105,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a business development food?

A Business Development Food job focuses on identifying growth opportunities, building partnerships, and increasing sales in the food industry. Professionals in this role analyze market trends, develop strategies, and collaborate with suppliers, distributors, or retailers to expand the business. They may also work on product development, pricing, and negotiation to enhance market presence. Strong communication, sales, and analytical skills are essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in business development food?

To excel as a Business Development Food professional, you typically need experience in sales, market research, and client relationship management within the food industry, often supported by a degree in business, marketing, or food science. Familiarity with CRM software, data analytics tools, and industry certifications like HACCP or ServSafe are valuable assets. Outstanding communication, negotiation, and networking skills help to build strategic partnerships and drive business growth. These abilities are crucial for identifying new market opportunities, closing deals, and contributing to a company's long-term success in a highly competitive sector.

What are some common challenges faced in a business development food role and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Business Development Food often encounter challenges such as rapidly changing consumer preferences, stringent regulatory requirements, and intense market competition. Successfully navigating these obstacles requires continuous market research, staying informed on industry trends, and maintaining strong relationships with both suppliers and clients. Collaborating closely with R&D, marketing, and supply chain teams is essential to develop innovative solutions and respond quickly to market demands. By remaining adaptable and proactive, you can effectively overcome these challenges while driving business expansion and customer satisfaction.

What are popular job titles related to Business Development Food jobs in Colorado? For Business Development Food jobs in Colorado, the most frequently searched job titles are:
What job categories do people searching Business Development Food jobs in Colorado look for? The top searched job categories for Business Development Food jobs in Colorado are:
Business Development Food jobs near you
Infographic showing various Business Development Food job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 75% In-person, 17% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,012 per year, or $43.3 per hour.

R&D Food Scientist

Dessert Holdings Inc.

Aurora, CO • On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

Dessert Holdings rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

213th of 435 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

R&D Food Scientist

Are you ready to elevate your career in manufacturing operations and be a part of creating the world's best desserts? Dessert Holdings partners with some of North America's most iconic chains to bring people together to celebrate life's sweetest moments! We have an amazing opportunity to join a high-growth organization and pave the way for future career advancement.

Dessert Holdings is looking for a Food Scientist to join our team based in Aurora, CO.This Food Scientist position will ensure new items are built and launched successfully, existing items are documented accurately and act as a liaison between Culinary Team, Production, Sales, Finance, Quality Assurance, and Supply Chain. The Food Scientist needs to analyze data, draw conclusions, communicate results and commercialize products. Will drive technical projects to meet business initiatives focusing on new product development, quality improvement and cost improvement.

The typical hiring range for this role is $70,000 to $90,000 annually and is based on several factors such as education, work experience, skills, certifications, location, etc. In addition to pay, Dessert Holdings offers benefits such as a choice of comprehensive medical plans, dental and vision insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and retirement contribution to all eligible employees.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide project leadership in the development in conjunction with the Culinary team and commercialization of new products, product improvement, and cost savings
  • Work on multiple interdisciplinary projects, developing and implementing plans, and coordinate resources to achieve goals.
  • Design and execute experiments, analyze, and interpret data to make sound technical recommendations for specific projects.
  • Develop process specifications, ensuring training and transfer of specification knowledge to QA and Operations.
  • Research and gain thorough understanding and knowledge of emerging technologies in product and ingredient technologies.
  • Support Operations and QA to resolve ingredient, formula, process issues and manage product/process changes.
  • Provide technical support with Culinary team on product information and process capability.
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams on implementing new products, new equipment or new processes.
  • Provide formula and process specifications on bench working with Culinary team and translating that to on floor processes and support to assure smooth rollouts of new products, equipment and/or processes.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance the new product development process by; actively participating in and encouraging continuous improvement to enhance our win rate, reduce our costs, improve our new product scale up and expedite our speed to market
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Degree in Food Science / Food Engineering with a strong functional Baking Science background bachelor's 0 to 5 years' experience required, with strong preference for internships or co-ops with food manufacturers in lieu of prior industry experience
  • Experience with working on new products through concept, prototyping and commercialization within a manufacturing environment.
  • Recipe / Formulation and raw material knowledge / experience.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Working knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel), SharePoint, ERP systems
  • Self-directed with initiative; responsible for managing own projects and ensuring all timelines are met or exceeded
  • Ability/willingness to work off hours or extended amounts of time during product scale ups.
  • Ability/willingness to travel up to 30% of the time.

About Dessert Holdings
Dessert Holdings is North America's fastest-growing premium dessert company, bringing unparalleled dessert experiences to both retail and foodservice customers. The company, headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a collection of premium dessert companies and brands: Steven Charles, The Original Cakerie, Lawler's Desserts, Atlanta Cheesecake Company, Dianne's Fine Desserts, and Kenny's Great Pies. Dessert Holdings is owned by Bain Capital, employing more than 3,200 people across nine North American manufacturing facilities.

EEO Statement
Dessert Holdings and its related entities provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristics protected by law.

    What Dessert Holdings employees say

    Pay

    Benefits

    Hours and flexibility

    Workplace

    Get the full story on Breakroom