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Kinder's

Culinary Recipe Specialist

Walnut Creek, CA · On-site

$105K - $115K/yr

Education / Experience * 2-5+ years of experience in recipe development, test kitchens, food content creation, or professional culinary environments (e.g., restaurants, menu design) * Bachelor ...

HelloFresh

Recipe Developer - Green Chef

New York, NY · On-site

$15.50 - $19.75/hr

Culinary degree or certification from an accredited program; a Food Science background is a plus. * 2+ years of experience in recipe product development, food writing, culinary editing, or general ...

HelloFresh

Recipe Developer - Green Chef

New York, NY · On-site

$15.50 - $19.75/hr

Culinary degree or certification from an accredited program; a Food Science background is a plus. * 2+ years of experience in recipe product development, food writing, culinary editing, or general ...

Hummus Mediterranean Kitchen

Production Chef

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$90K - $105K/yr

Cooking and arranging food. Recipe development, and execution Ability to train Chef Description: We are looking for an experienced chef to fill a vacant spot in our kitchen staff and contribute to ...

Kinder's

Culinary Recipe Specialist

Walnut Creek, CA · On-site

$105K - $115K/yr

Education / Experience * 2-5+ years of experience in recipe development, test kitchens, food content creation, or professional culinary environments (e.g., restaurants, menu design) * Bachelor ...

Kinder's

Culinary Recipe Specialist

Walnut Creek, CA · On-site

$105K - $115K/yr

Education / Experience * 2-5+ years of experience in recipe development, test kitchens, food content creation, or professional culinary environments (e.g., restaurants, menu design) * Bachelor ...

Pueo Business Solutions LLC

Food Scientist

Natick, MA · On-site

The Food Scientist provides senior food technology support to the Combat Feeding Division (CFD) at ... The role applies nutritionally sound recipe and menu development practices to sustain and improve ...

Pueo Business Solutions LLC

Food Scientist

Natick, MA · On-site

The Food Scientist provides senior food technology support to the Combat Feeding Division (CFD) at ... The role applies nutritionally sound recipe and menu development practices to sustain and improve ...

Pueo Business Solutions LLC

Food Scientist

Natick, MA · On-site

The Food Scientist provides senior food technology support to the Combat Feeding Division (CFD) at ... The role applies nutritionally sound recipe and menu development practices to sustain and improve ...

Grey Dog Media LLC

Food Stylist

West Des Moines, IA · On-site

Deep knowledge of food, cooking techniques, and recipe development. * Creative eye for composition and ability to bring a vision to life. * Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage ...

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As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for food recipe development in the United States is $107,697.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,000.00 and $121,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Food Recipe Development job involves creating, testing, and refining recipes for restaurants, food brands, or publications. Professionals in this field experiment with ingredients, cooking techniques, and presentation to develop unique and high-quality dishes. They may also focus on nutritional balance, cost efficiency, and scalability for commercial production. This role requires a deep understanding of culinary techniques, food science, and current market trends.

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To succeed in Food Recipe Development, you need a strong background in culinary techniques, nutrition, and food science, often supported by formal culinary education or related certifications. Experience with recipe management software, nutritional analysis tools, and food safety regulations is highly beneficial. Creativity, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills set top candidates apart, especially when collaborating with chefs, marketing teams, and product developers. These abilities are critical to creating innovative, high-quality recipes that meet consumer tastes, nutritional requirements, and market trends.

What are some typical daily responsibilities in a Food Recipe Development role?

In a Food Recipe Development position, you can expect to spend your days brainstorming and testing new recipes, refining ingredient lists, and ensuring recipes are reproducible and meet desired nutritional standards. You'll often collaborate closely with chefs, nutritionists, marketing teams, and food production staff to adjust flavors, textures, and ingredient sourcing. Documentation and recipe standardization for mass production or publication is a common part of the workflow. Additionally, you may participate in sensory evaluations, attend brainstorming sessions, and stay up to date on industry trends and consumer preferences. This dynamic role offers the opportunity to combine creativity with technical expertise in a collaborative environment.

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Culinary Recipe Specialist

Culinary Recipe Specialist

Kinder's

Walnut Creek, CA • On-site

$105K - $115K/yr

Other

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

About the Role:

Kinder's is seeking a creatively driven Culinary Recipe Specialist to join our team of passionate culinary professionals working hard to bring the future of flavor to consumers everywhere. This role is designed for someone who wants to grow inside an ambitious, fast-growing organization while representing Kinder's through the design of exceptional consumer-facing recipes to bring our products to life. 

The Culinary Recipe Specialist will bring our products to life by creating clear, craveable and approachable recipes that inspire home cooks and help them consistently elevate their food experiences. The role ensures every recipe reflects Kinder's standards for flavor and quality while introducing fresh ideas that keep our brand relevant and exciting. You will partner closely with digital and content teams to ensure our recipes translate seamlessly across web and social platforms, delivering a best-in-class consumer experience. Blending hands-on cooking, product testing, and recipe development with strong cross-functional collaboration, this role plays a key part in how consumers discover, experience, and love Kinder's.

Key Responsibilities Include:Recipe Development & Testing
  • Create innovative, high-quality recipes that showcase Kinder's products and align with brand standards
  • Test and refine recipes to ensure consistency, accuracy, and ease of execution for home cook
  • Adapt recipes for different formats, dietary preferences, and skill levels
  • Maintain clear, detailed documentation of ingredients, measurements, and preparation methods
Consumer Experience Focus
  • Write concise, engaging, and easy-to-follow recipe instructions and supporting content
  • Ensure recipes are approachable and appealing to a broad consumer audience
  • Stay current on food trends, consumer preferences, and competitive offerings
  • Contribute ideas that enhance Kinder's culinary strategy and content innovation
Cross-Functional Partnership
  • Parter with digital, marketing, and content teams to support online and campaign initiatives
  • Provide culinary guidance for website content, product pages, campaigns, and social media as needed
  • Support the development of complementary content, such as tips, substitutions, and FAQs
What You Bring To The Table:

Education / Experience

  • 2-5+ years of experience in recipe development, test kitchens, food content creation, or professional culinary environments (e.g., restaurants, menu design)
  • Bachelor's degree in culinary arts, food science, or related field preferred (or equivalent hands-on experience)
  • Strong understanding of cooking techniques, ingredients, and flavor profiles
  • Experience developing recipes from concept through execution
  • Proven ability to write clear, consumer-friendly recipes
  • Familiarity with digital content creation is a plus
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Solid understanding of food safety principals and basic regulatory guidelines

Personal Characteristics

  • Growth mindset with curiosity and an excitement to learn (and teach)
  • Low ego with a strong sense of humility
  • Creative thinking with strong attention to detail
  • Passionate about delivering food experiences that feel authentic, thoughtful, and human
Location and Travel:

The position will be based onsite in Walnut Creek, CA

Pay Transparency:

The expected starting salary range for this role is $105,000- $115,000 per year. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. The amount a particular employee will earn within the salary range will be based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, performance and business needs.

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