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Corewell Health

Cook

Wayne, MI · On-site

$16.46 - $23.25/hr

Responsible for recipe development and quality control. Knowledge and application of HACCP principles in the safe preparation of food for patients, retail customers and special events. Able to ...

Spectrum Health

Cook

Trenton, MI

$17.01 - $19.74/hr

Responsible for recipe development and quality control. Knowledge and application of HACCP principles in the safe preparation of food for patients, retail customers and special events. Able to ...

220 MERRILL

Sous Chef

Birmingham, MI

$65K - $74K/yr

... recipe development, and cost control preferred. • Strong organizational and communication skills to effectively coordinate kitchen operations. • ServSafe Food Handlers Certificate required. WHAT ...

PARC DETROIT

Sous Chef

Detroit, MI

$65K - $74K/yr

... recipe development, and cost control preferred. • Strong organizational and communication skills to effectively coordinate kitchen operations. • ServSafe Food Handlers Certificate required. WHAT ...

Corewell Health

Cook

Trenton, MI · On-site

$17.01 - $19.74/hr

Responsible for recipe development and quality control. Knowledge and application of HACCP principles in the safe preparation of food for patients, retail customers and special events. Able to ...

Invited Clubs

Cook 3

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

Communicate with the Executive Chef or Sous Chef regarding special product needs or issues with food quality or presentation. * Assist in menu planning, recipe development, and testing products.

Invited

Cook 3

Dearborn, MI

$15.50 - $19.25/hr

Communicate with the Executive Chef or Sous Chef regarding special product needs or issues with food quality or presentation. * Assist in menu planning, recipe development, and testing products.

ClubCorp

Cook 3

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

Communicate with the Executive Chef or Sous Chef regarding special product needs or issues with food quality or presentation. * Assist in menu planning, recipe development, and testing products.

Champion Foods

Food Technician II

New Boston, MI · On-site

Perform research and development projects to develop new formulas, processing procedures and ... Compiles data and determines if recipe needs adjusting or is ready for production. * Develop ...

Champion Foods

Food Technician II

New Boston, MI · On-site

Perform research and development projects to develop new formulas, processing procedures and ... Compiles data and determines if recipe needs adjusting or is ready for production. * Develop ...

Invited Clubs

Cook 2

Dearborn, MI

$16.25 - $20.25/hr

Communicate with the Executive Chef or Sous Chef regarding special product needs or issues with food quality or presentation. * Assist in menu planning, recipe development, and testing products.

ClubCorp

Cook 2

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$16.25 - $20.25/hr

Communicate with the Executive Chef or Sous Chef regarding special product needs or issues with food quality or presentation. * Assist in menu planning, recipe development, and testing products.

Invited

Cook 2

Dearborn, MI

$16.25 - $20.25/hr

Communicate with the Executive Chef or Sous Chef regarding special product needs or issues with food quality or presentation. * Assist in menu planning, recipe development, and testing products.

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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 Michigan is $93,868.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,700.00 and $105,900.00 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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Infographic showing various Food Recipe Development job openings in Michigan as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 98% Full Time, and 1% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,868 per year, or $45.1 per hour.
Cook

Cook

Corewell Health

Wayne, MI • On-site

$16.46 - $23.25/hr

Part-time

Medical, Vision, Retirement

Posted 24 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Prepares hot food items by frying, baking, broiling, braising, and grilling according to standardized recipes.

  • Monitors food quality, assesses food presentation, and maintains proper food temperatures.

  • Maintains safety and sanitation standards of the work area and records temperatures on log sheets.

Corewell Health rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 763 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

444th of 877 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Shift and status
Casual, Variable hours and days, Every weekend.
Job Summary
Responsible for production of complex products from raw ingredients according to standardized recipes. Use of complex/large volume-equipment (kettles, ovens, steamers). Responsible for recipe development and quality control. Knowledge and application of HACCP principles in the safe preparation of food for patients, retail customers and special events. Able to identify ingredients/finished products that do not meet established quality standards. Attentive to details of special/restricted diets. Maintain safety and sanitation standards of the work area.
Essential Functions
  • Performs hot food preparation including frying, baking, broiling, braising and grilling. Prepares soups, cereals, eggs, entrees, vegetables, and other food items as necessary. Monitors food quantity needs as customer counts or volumes vary.
  • Assembles and prepares ingredients for cooking by cleaning and cutting.
  • Follows standardized recipes, calculating ingredients based on weight and volume.
  • Monitors food quality, assesses food presentation in regards to taste, texture and eye appeal and maintains food temperatures.
  • Records temperatures correctly on temperature log sheets. Takes responsibility to replace food items that do not fit our standards.
  • Stores food items as required, labeling and dating items per standards. Appropriately utilizes leftovers within allotted time.
  • Sets up steam tables on patient and cafeteria tray lines.
  • Communicates with other staff members to ensure continuity and coordination of services.
  • Actively participates in safety initiatives and risk mitigating measures where appropriate and completes all position and unit safety related competencies and requirements on a timely basis.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Range of Pay
  • Between $16.46 and $23.25, based on experience.

Qualifications
Required
  • Two years experience in food service or equivalent.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • CRT-Accredited Food Handler - ANSI National Accreditation Board and CRT-Accredited Food Allergy Certificate - ANSI National Accreditation Board or CRT-Accredited Food Protection Manager, CFP - ANSI National Accreditation Board- 90 days
  • Must be at least 18 years of age to work with power equipment, required by law.

Preferred
  • Ability to read, write and basic cooking skills.
  • A course of sixteen weeks to one year in baking education and cake decorating techniques.
  • Ability to read, follow and understand standardization recipes.
  • Must be knowledgeable of patient diet requirements.
  • Must be knowledgeable in sanitation practices.

About Corewell Health
As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members, and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.
How Corewell Health cares for you
  • Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
  • On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
  • Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
  • Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
  • Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
  • Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location
SITE - Wayne Hospital - 33155 Annapolis - Wayne
Department Name
Nutrition - Wayne Hosp
Employment Type
Part time
Shift
Variable (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
0.03
Hours of Work
Variable
Days Worked
Monday to Friday
Weekend Frequency
Every weekend
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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.
Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

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