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Compass Group

Chef - Corporate Dining, MetLife

Warren, NJ · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards - Best Places to Work, This is R/A ! Job Summary As the Chef to support a corporate dining account (MetLife) in Warren, NJ , you will lead all culinary ...

D. R. Horton

Corporate Attorney

Arlington, TX · On-site

$150 - $230/hr

- Corporate Attorney (2603631) D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S. was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the ...

Kraft Heinz Company

Quality Supervisor

Garland, TX · On-site

$77K - $97K/yr

Works closely with corporate R&D. This role is responsible for utilizing updated procedures like QSP, spec change to ensure standards /specification on raw materials and finished product, meet ...

Compass Group

Sous Chef - Corporate Dining

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$75K - $80K/yr

Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards - Best Places to Work, This is R/A ! Job Summary: As the Sous Chef , you will support the culinary operations for a premier executive dining and corporate ...

R+D Kitchen

Sushi Chef

Dallas, TX · On-site

Sushi Chef positions are available. * Health benefits are available. * Training will begin immediately. * Full and part-time opportunities available. These positions involve high volume, a la minute ...

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Operations Engineer

East Chicago, IN · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Consult with current technical personnel and corporate R & D personnel as required.Evaluate existing practices used for pickling of hot roll steel coils, tandem rolling, annealing, and/or heat ...

New

AK Steel

$67K - $91K/yr

Consult with current technical personnel and corporate R & D personnel as required. * Evaluate existing practices used for pickling of hot roll steel coils, tandem rolling, annealing, and/or heat ...

Kagome Inc.

Business Development Chef

San Carlos, CA · On-site

Production Control, Production, Costing, QC, QC_Shared, R & D Shared. Software: Office 365, VPN ... * Assist Corporate Chef with delivering culinary presentations and leading working sessions at ...

KAGOME, Inc.

Business Development Chef

San Carlos, CA · On-site

$77K - $127K/yr

Production Control, Production, Costing, QC, QC_Shared, R & D Shared. Software: Office 365, VPN ... * Assist Corporate Chef with delivering culinary presentations and leading working sessions at ...

Compass Group

Sous Chef- Corporate Dining

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$75K - $80K/yr

Sous Chef- Corporate Dining (NYC) Salary: $75,000 - $80,000/ Yr. Other Forms of Compensation ... Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards - Best Places to Work, This is R/A ! Job Summary: The Sous ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for corporate r&d chef in the United States is $99,281.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,500.00 and $118,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Corporate R&D Chef?

A Corporate R&D Chef is a culinary professional responsible for researching, developing, and testing new food products, recipes, and menu items for restaurants, food manufacturers, or hospitality companies. They collaborate with marketing, production, and quality assurance teams to create innovative, scalable, and cost-effective food solutions. Their role involves experimenting with ingredients, improving existing recipes, and staying ahead of food trends to meet consumer demands while ensuring consistency and efficiency in large-scale production.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Corporate R&D Chef?

As a Corporate R&D Chef, your daily activities typically include developing new recipes, testing and refining formulations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams such as marketing, production, and quality assurance. You may also be involved in conducting sensory evaluations, researching emerging ingredients or techniques, and ensuring that all products meet regulatory and safety standards. The role often requires balancing creative innovation with practical considerations like cost, scalability, and manufacturability. You'll play a key part in taking products from concept to launch while working within a supportive and multidisciplinary team environment.

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A Corporate R&D Chef requires advanced culinary expertise, a background in food science or related fields, and experience in recipe development at a professional level. Familiarity with product development software, food safety certifications (such as ServSafe), and sensory evaluation tools is typically expected. Creative problem-solving, strong project management, and effective collaboration elevate performance in this role. These skills are essential for designing innovative, scalable food products that align with company goals and market trends.

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Chef - Corporate Dining, MetLife

Compass Group

Warren, NJ • On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

Compass Group rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 1,093 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

347th of 495 rated business services

Job description

Position Title: Chef - Corporate Dining, MetLife (Warren, NJ)
Salary: $75,000 - $85,000/ Year
Other Forms of Compensation: Benefits.
Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry's leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards- Best Places to Work, This is R/A !
Job Summary
As the Chef to support a corporate dining account (MetLife) in Warren, NJ, you will lead all culinary operations while fostering a safe, clean, and efficient kitchen environment. In this role, you will oversee the preparation and execution of high-quality meals that align with client expectations, company standards, and corporate culinary programs. We are seeking an innovative, hands-on culinary leader who is passionate about delivering exceptional dining experiences, mentoring kitchen teams, and driving operational excellence in a fast-paced corporate dining setting.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines
  • Follows standardized recipes, portioning and presentation standards. Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ensure quality
  • Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety, and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards
  • Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas
  • Ensures that kitchen staff follow and complete schedules as assigned
  • Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that the necessary products are available when needed
  • Makes all decisions regarding the utilization of leftover food products, staying within Company guidelines for such products
  • Complies with federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures, as evidenced through local health department and third-party audits
  • Follows facility, department, and Company safety policies and procedures, including occurrence reporting
  • Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate

Preferred Qualifications:
  • A.S. or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of three to five years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience in a high-volume environment
  • Extensive catering experience is a plus
  • High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable
  • Institutional and batch cooking experiences
  • Hands-on chef experience is a must
  • Experience working in a unionized environment is preferred.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation
  • Must be experienced with computers, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Outlook, E-mail, and the Internet
  • ServSafe certified - highly desirable

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!
Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA
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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Personal Leave

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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