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Sodexo

Executive Chef 4

Seattle, WA · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

Bring creativity to life through hands-on recipe development, menu planning, and culinary ... Serve as a mentor and trainer, advancing food safety, FMS best practices, and culinary standards.

Sodexo

Executive Chef 4

Seattle, WA · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

Bring creativity to life through hands-on recipe development, menu planning, and culinary ... Serve as a mentor and trainer, advancing food safety, FMS best practices, and culinary standards.

Sodexo

Executive Chef 4

Seattle, WA · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

Bring creativity to life through hands-on recipe development, menu planning, and culinary ... Serve as a mentor and trainer, advancing food safety, FMS best practices, and culinary standards.

Snoqualmie Valley Health

Lead Chef (Hospital)

Snoqualmie, WA · On-site

$17 - $23.25/hr

Experience with food costing, recipe development, and adhering to budgets. Preferred Education: * Culinary Program or Higher learning in related field Required Experience: Skills: * Strong positive ...

Snoqualmie Valley Health

Lead Chef (Hospital)

Snoqualmie, WA · On-site

$17 - $23.25/hr

Experience with food costing, recipe development, and adhering to budgets. Preferred Education: * Culinary Program or Higher learning in related field Required Experience: Skills: * Strong positive ...

Sodexo

Executive Chef 4

Seattle, WA · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

Bring creativity to life through hands-on recipe development, menu planning, and culinary ... Serve as a mentor and trainer, advancing food safety, FMS best practices, and culinary standards.

PCC Community Markets

Deli Cook

Seattle, WA · On-site

$21.55/hr

Participates in recipe development and recipe costing * May perform ordering responsibilities ... A current Food Worker Card from the Washington State Department of Health is required * Must be at ...

PCC Community Markets

Deli Clerk-Cook

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$17.63 - $17.83/hr

Participates in recipe development and recipe costing * May perform ordering responsibilities ... A current Food Worker Card from the Washington State Department of Health is required * Must be at ...

PCC Community Markets

Deli Clerk-Cook

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$17.63 - $17.83/hr

Participates in recipe development and recipe costing * May perform ordering responsibilities ... A current Food Worker Card from the Washington State Department of Health is required * Must be at ...

PCC Community Markets

Cook

Seattle, WA · On-site

$21.55/hr

Participates in recipe development and recipe costing * May perform ordering responsibilities ... A current Food Worker Card from the Washington State Department of Health is required * Must be at ...

PCC Community Markets

Deli Cook

Seattle, WA · On-site

$21.55/hr

Participates in recipe development and recipe costing * May perform ordering responsibilities ... A current Food Worker Card from the Washington State Department of Health is required * Must be at ...

Upper Crust Food Service

Executive Chef

Seattle, WA · On-site

$35 - $37/hr

Lead culinary innovation and support campus-wide food strategy, including recipe development and trend integration. * Manage multi-unit financial performance, including P&L responsibility, food and ...

Sodexo

Director, Culinary Services

Seattle, WA · On-site +1

$115K - $150K/yr

Proven experience in recipe development, standardization, and compliance across diverse food service environments. * Technical skills in culinary data systems, including menu management platforms and ...

TONYS ITALIAN RESTAURANT

Experienced Cook

Bremerton, WA · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

... · Maintain recipe consistency and assist with recipe development and standardization. · ... Leadership & Staff Development · Provide leadership, direction, and support to cooks and food ...

Snoqualmie Casino & Hotel

Pastry Chef

Snoqualmie, WA · On-site

$77K - $85K/yr

Oversee menu and recipe development, incorporating guest feedback and industry trends to keep ... Supervise and participate in bakery production across all Food & Beverage outlets, ensuring ...

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How much do food recipe development jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for food recipe development in Seattle, WA is $122,562.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,100.00 and $138,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is food recipe development?

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 does food recipe development involve?

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.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for food recipe development?

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.

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Infographic showing various Food Recipe Development job openings in Seattle, WA as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 57% Full Time, and 43% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $122,562 per year, or $58.9 per hour.

Kitchen Manager (Production Specialist)

Seattle, WA • On-site

PCC Community Markets
Supermarkets and Grocery Stores • 1 - 5K employees
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$30.15/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Oversee deli kitchen operations including production cooking, food cost analysis, recipe development, and ordering.

  • Provide mentorship, coaching, and supervision to deli staff to ensure standards are met.

  • Participate in department planning activities such as budgeting, product mix, and scheduling.

Job description

The Kitchen Manager (Production Specialist) oversees Deli kitchen operations including production cooking, food cost analysis, recipe development and ordering. They provide mentorship and coaching to deli staff, including setting the standard for excellent customer service. They participate in production cooking and participate in department planning including budgeting and product mix.


US-WA-View Ridge - Seattle
6514 40th Ave NE

Our Vision 

To inspire and advance the health and well-being of people, their communities and our planet 

Our Mission 

We ensure that good food nourishes the communities we serve, while cultivating vibrant local, organic food systems 

Our Values 

We foster high standards 

We act with integrity 

We embrace stewardship 

We take action because we care 

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

PCC is a company where culture and values are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Everyone at PCC is expected to:

  • Collaborate
  • Demonstrate Kindness
  • Focus on the customer
  • Instill trust
  • Value diversity

  • Provides and models excellent, professional customer service
  • Oversees all kitchen operations including production cooking, food cost analysis, recipe development, and ordering
  • Provides direction, supervision, hands-on coaching, and mentorship to Cooks and Deli Helper Clerks
  • Participates in department planning with the Deli management team, including budgeting, product mix, and scheduling
  • Participates in production cooking as needed
  • Mentors and trains staff to ensure that department sanitation, cleanliness and safety standards are met

  • Ensures department sanitation, cleanliness and safety standards are met


  • Proven ability to provide excellent professional customer service 
  • Knowledge of cooking techniques and production cooking in a high-volume kitchen required 
  • Must have general understanding of cooking methods, natural food ingredients, and alternative foods 
  • Kitchen management experience required
  • Flexible schedule with availability to work a variety of shifts, including weekends 
  • Experience with supervising and training required 
  • Demonstrated organizational and planning skills 
  • Computer knowledge and skills including Microsoft Office products 
  • Ability to multitask on an ongoing basis 
  • Excellent leadership, teambuilding, and communication skills 
  • Must be able to meet physical demands including standing, bending, twisting, repetitive motion, and lifting 10 – 40lbs regularly
  • A current Food Worker Card from the Washington State Department of Health is required
  • If hired into this role, a Certified Food Protection Manager certification (for example ServSafe) is required (paid for by PCC)
  • Must be at least 18 years of age

  • Additional $1.50/hour Night Differential when applicable.
  • Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Parental Leave  
  • Vacation Accrual – 0.06 hours per hour worked  
  • Sick Accrual –  .033 hours per hour worked
  • Pension through UFCW 3000 
  • Discounted ORCA Pass 
  • Staff Discount on In-Store Purchases  
  • Free Co-op Membership  
  • Bereavement Leave  
  • Employee Assistance Program 

PCC Benefits Page:  

  • https://www.pccmarkets.com/about/jobs/benefits/ 

Starting Wage: $30.15 / hour.

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