Culver City, CA · On-site
$80K - $100K/yr
SUMMARY OF POSITION The R&D Chef is a collaborative culinary leadership role working closely with Chef/Owner Jordan Kahn and the Director of Culinary to develop, refine, and bring ideas to fruition ...
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Culver City, CA · On-site
$80K - $100K/yr
SUMMARY OF POSITION The R&D Chef is a collaborative culinary leadership role working closely with Chef/Owner Jordan Kahn and the Director of Culinary to develop, refine, and bring ideas to fruition ...
Support culinary operations and assist the Executive R&D Chef with company-wide initiatives and special projects. Develop and lead culinary training programs for Regional Managers and Franchisees.
Support culinary operations and assist the Executive R&D Chef with company-wide initiatives and special projects. Develop and lead culinary training programs for Regional Managers and Franchisees.
Richardson, TX · On-site
The R&D Sushi Chef leads the development and execution of innovative sushi offerings in ... culinary innovation, supporting operational growth, and maintaining industry best practices. The ...
Richardson, TX · On-site
The R&D Sushi Chef leads the development and execution of innovative sushi offerings in ... culinary innovation, supporting operational growth, and maintaining industry best practices. The ...
Richardson, TX · On-site
The R&D Sushi Chef leads the development and execution of innovative sushi offerings in ... culinary innovation, supporting operational growth, and maintaining industry best practices. The ...
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Richardson, TX · On-site
The R&D Sushi Chef leads the development and execution of innovative sushi offerings in ... culinary innovation, supporting operational growth, and maintaining industry best practices. The ...
$63K - $93K/yr
Reporting to the Culinary Director, you will cook, create, and innovate in our research ... You will lead culinary product development from concept through execution, crafting and refining ...
$63K - $93K/yr
Reporting to the Culinary Director, you will cook, create, and innovate in our research ... You will lead culinary product development from concept through execution, crafting and refining ...
The Culinary Director leads a team of Executive Chefs embedded at bases nationwide, shaping the ... Development: Ensures proper operational standards and techniques are in place for all aspects of ...
The Culinary Director leads a team of Executive Chefs embedded at bases nationwide, shaping the ... Development: Ensures proper operational standards and techniques are in place for all aspects of ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
The Culinary Director leads a team of Executive Chefs embedded at bases nationwide, shaping the ... Development: Ensures proper operational standards and techniques are in place for all aspects of ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
The Culinary Director leads a team of Executive Chefs embedded at bases nationwide, shaping the ... Development: Ensures proper operational standards and techniques are in place for all aspects of ...
Omaha, NE · On-site
$63K - $93K/yr
Reporting to the Culinary Director, you will cook, create, and innovate in our research ... You will lead culinary product development from concept through execution, crafting and refining ...
Omaha, NE · On-site
$63K - $93K/yr
Reporting to the Culinary Director, you will cook, create, and innovate in our research ... You will lead culinary product development from concept through execution, crafting and refining ...
Fort Worth, TX · On-site
Summary The R&D Chef supports the development and commercialization of innovative food products by ... This role partners closely with Culinary, Sales, R&D, FSQA, and Operations to bring concepts from ...
Fort Worth, TX · On-site
Summary The R&D Chef supports the development and commercialization of innovative food products by ... This role partners closely with Culinary, Sales, R&D, FSQA, and Operations to bring concepts from ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
The Culinary Director leads a team of Executive Chefs embedded at bases nationwide, shaping the ... Development: Ensures proper operational standards and techniques are in place for all aspects of ...
Dallas, TX · On-site
The Culinary Director leads a team of Executive Chefs embedded at bases nationwide, shaping the ... Development: Ensures proper operational standards and techniques are in place for all aspects of ...
San Carlos, CA · On-site
The Business Development Chef provides culinary leadership, engages Kagome's strategic customers in partnership with Kagome's Sales Teams, and provides product expertise in the development of world ...
San Carlos, CA · On-site
The Business Development Chef provides culinary leadership, engages Kagome's strategic customers in partnership with Kagome's Sales Teams, and provides product expertise in the development of world ...
Fort Worth, TX · On-site
Summary The R&D Chef supports the development and commercialization of innovative food products by ... This role partners closely with Culinary, Sales, R&D, FSQA, and Operations to bring concepts from ...
Fort Worth, TX · On-site
Summary The R&D Chef supports the development and commercialization of innovative food products by ... This role partners closely with Culinary, Sales, R&D, FSQA, and Operations to bring concepts from ...
San Carlos, CA · On-site
$77K - $127K/yr
The Business Development Chef provides culinary leadership, engages Kagome's strategic customers in partnership with Kagome's Sales Teams, and provides product expertise in the development of world ...
San Carlos, CA · On-site
$77K - $127K/yr
The Business Development Chef provides culinary leadership, engages Kagome's strategic customers in partnership with Kagome's Sales Teams, and provides product expertise in the development of world ...
$115K - $150K/yr
Culinary Leadership & Inspiration • Mentor Executive Chefs on creative execution and culinary ... concept development for new openings and rebrands. • Oversee menu launches, tastings, media ...
$115K - $150K/yr
Culinary Leadership & Inspiration • Mentor Executive Chefs on creative execution and culinary ... concept development for new openings and rebrands. • Oversee menu launches, tastings, media ...
$115K - $150K/yr
Culinary Leadership & Inspiration • Mentor Executive Chefs on creative execution and culinary ... concept development for new openings and rebrands. • Oversee menu launches, tastings, media ...
$115K - $150K/yr
Culinary Leadership & Inspiration • Mentor Executive Chefs on creative execution and culinary ... concept development for new openings and rebrands. • Oversee menu launches, tastings, media ...
Omaha, NE · On-site
$59K - $78K/yr
Reporting to the Culinary Director, you will cook, create, and innovate in our research ... You will lead culinary product development from concept through execution, crafting and refining ...
Omaha, NE · On-site
$59K - $78K/yr
Reporting to the Culinary Director, you will cook, create, and innovate in our research ... You will lead culinary product development from concept through execution, crafting and refining ...
The Prepared Foods, Culinary Development Senior Manager will allow retail/foodservice customers as ... Sells a premium brand as a food solution by generating concrete value added propositions to Chefs ...
The Prepared Foods, Culinary Development Senior Manager will allow retail/foodservice customers as ... Sells a premium brand as a food solution by generating concrete value added propositions to Chefs ...
Omaha, NE · On-site
$59K - $78K/yr
Reporting to the Culinary Director, you will cook, create, and innovate in our research ... You will lead culinary product development from concept through execution, crafting and refining ...
Omaha, NE · On-site
$59K - $78K/yr
Reporting to the Culinary Director, you will cook, create, and innovate in our research ... You will lead culinary product development from concept through execution, crafting and refining ...
The Prepared Foods, Culinary Development Senior Manager will allow retail/foodservice customers as ... Sells a premium brand as a food solution by generating concrete value added propositions to Chefs ...
The Prepared Foods, Culinary Development Senior Manager will allow retail/foodservice customers as ... Sells a premium brand as a food solution by generating concrete value added propositions to Chefs ...
Clarksville, TN · On-site
$70K - $85K/yr
Executive Chef - Culinary Leader $70,000 to $85,000 Location: Clarksville, TN Are you an Executive ... The right candidate will support the culinary development of their team to ensure menu items are ...
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Clarksville, TN · On-site
$70K - $85K/yr
Executive Chef - Culinary Leader $70,000 to $85,000 Location: Clarksville, TN Are you an Executive ... The right candidate will support the culinary development of their team to ensure menu items are ...
$32K - $39.5K
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$39.5K - $46.9K
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$46.9K - $54.4K
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$54.4K - $61.8K
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$65.9K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$61.8K - $69.3K
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16% of jobs
The median wage is $78.2K / yr.
$76.7K - $84.2K
16% of jobs
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$84.2K - $91.6K
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| Aspect | Culinary Development Chef | Pastry Chef |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Cooking certifications, culinary degrees | Pastry arts certifications, culinary degrees |
| Work Environment | Test kitchens, product development labs | Bakery, pastry shops, restaurants |
| Industry Usage | Food manufacturing, restaurant chains, product innovation | Bakery, patisserie, dessert-focused establishments |
The Culinary Development Chef focuses on creating new recipes, product development, and culinary innovation, often working in test kitchens or labs. In contrast, a Pastry Chef specializes in baking and pastry arts, working primarily in bakeries or pastry shops. While both roles require culinary skills and certifications, their work environments and industry applications differ significantly.
$80K - $100K/yr
Full-time
Posted 7 days ago
SUMMARY OF POSITION
The R&D Chef is a collaborative culinary leadership role working closely with Chef/Owner Jordan Kahn and the Director of Culinary to develop, refine, and bring ideas to fruition across Destroyer, Meteora, and Vespertine. This position supports the creative process through thoughtful execution, translating concepts into fully realized dishes, systems, and experiences.
The R&D Chef shepherds ideas through all phases of development, including sourcing and ordering, testing and iteration, organization and timeline management, documentation, and hands-on support through training and implementation. The role requires sensitivity to creative intent, strong technical skill, and disciplined follow-through to ensure ideas are expressed clearly, consistently, and sustainably within each restaurant.
