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Kinder's

Culinary Experience Specialist

Walnut Creek, CA

$38K - $52K/yr

This role is designed for a culinary professional who wants to grow inside an ambitious, fast-growing organization while representing Kinder's through exceptional food execution, recipe development ...

Kinder's

Culinary Experience Specialist

Walnut Creek, CA

$38K - $52K/yr

Participate in hands-on culinary training focused on protein execution, grilling, smoking, recipe development, and scalable food preparation * Support internal tastings, sensory evaluations, and ...

Altius Search Group

Executive Chef

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$100K - $110K/yr

Proven success in menu creation and recipe development. * Strong high-volume line experience in upscale or modern dining environments. * Demonstrated ability to manage food cost and labor effectively.

Kinder's

Culinary Experience Specialist

Walnut Creek, CA · On-site

$38K - $52K/yr

Participate in hands-on culinary training focused on protein execution, grilling, smoking, recipe development, and scalable food preparation * Support internal tastings, sensory evaluations, and ...

Gmj Garcia Inc

Head Chef

Whittier, CA

$20 - $25/hr

Food preparation, Safe food handling, Recipe development, Kitchen management. Must be able to work weekends, between the hours of 6 to 12am.

Gmj Garcia Inc

Head Chef

Whittier, CA

$20 - $25/hr

Food preparation, Safe food handling, Recipe development, Kitchen management. Must be able to work weekends, between the hours of 6 to 12am.

Gmj Garcia Inc

Head Chef

Whittier, CA

$20 - $25/hr

Food preparation, Safe food handling, Recipe development, Kitchen management. Must be able to work weekends, between the hours of 6 to 12am.

Marriott

Ardor - General Manager

West Hollywood, CA

Assists with the menu development, recipe development and food preparation for the designated outlet. Develops beverage programs within the parameters of the company's national agreements. Maintains ...

Marriott

Ardor - General Manager

West Hollywood, CA

Assists with the menu development, recipe development and food preparation for the designated outlet. Develops beverage programs within the parameters of the company's national agreements. Maintains ...

HACO Culinary

R&D Food Technologist

La Puente, CA

$71K/yr

The R&D Food Technologist is a salaried position based in City of Industry, CA reporting to the R&D ... Update mix deck recipe to include new products approved or changes as per SCR, to be consistent ...

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R&D Food Technologist

La Puente, CA · On-site

$71K/yr

The R&D Food Technologist is a salaried position based in City of Industry, CA reporting to the R&D ... Update mix deck recipe to include new products approved or changes as per SCR, to be consistent ...

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How much do food recipe development jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for food recipe development in California is $106,287.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,800.00 and $119,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Food Recipe Development job?

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.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Food Recipe Development position, and why are they important?

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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Product Development

Product Development

Cuckoo Electronics America Inc

Cerritos, CA

$50K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Develop product positioning, messaging, and value propositions that differentiate the product in the market.

  • Conduct market research and trend analysis to identify growth opportunities, risks, and product gaps.

  • Participate in high-level buyer and key account meetings to understand retailer needs, present strategic roadmaps, and gather feedback.

Job description

Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated Product Development Analyst (Market Insight) to define and execute impactful marketing strategies for our innovative products. This pivotal role will drive marketing positioning, foster cross-functional collaboration, and influence future product development through strategic insights.

Responsibilities

  • Product Positioning and Messaging: Develop compelling positioning, messaging, and value propositions that differentiates the product in the market.
  • Ideation and Design: Brainstorm innovative product ideas and define product specifications, features, and performance requirements.
  • Market Strategy & Analysis: Conduct deep market research and trend analysis to identify new growth opportunities, potential risks, and strategic product gaps. Maintain comprehensive profiles on key competitors and emerging technologies
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with product development, sales, e-commerce teams to support product lifecycle management and gather insights into continuous improvement
  • External Relationship Management: Actively participate in high-level buyer and key account meetings to understand retailer needs, present strategic roadmaps, and gather actionable feedback to influence future strategy

Qualifications

  • +1 years of experience in product marketing preferred
  • Previous experience in a product marketing role in consumer goods or home appliances industry preferred
  • Preferred food recipe development/collaboration experience
  • Excellent analytical skills with close attention to detail and accuracy
  • Savvy communicator who can distill complex concepts into clear and compelling messages
  • High effectiveness in managing cross-functional teams
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

Salary Range: $50K~$70K depending on experience

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cuckoo Electronics America is an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.