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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 ...

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 ...

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.

Pawnee Tribal Development Corp

Cook/Dishwasher

Pawnee, OK · On-site

$11.50 - $14.75/hr

... Development Corporation Position Title: Cook/Dishwasher Department: Food & Beverage Reports To: Shift Supervisor FLSA Designation: Non-Exempt SUMMARY: Responsible for the production of food, recipe ...

Nuts.com

Director of R&D, Product Innovation

Cranford, NJ · On-site

$190K - $200K/yr

As the Director of R&D, Product Innovation, you will build and lead Nuts.com's in-house recipe ... recipe platforms as we scale What you'll bring: * Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Culinary ...

Nuts.com

Director of R&D, Product Innovation

Cranford, NJ · On-site

$190K - $200K/yr

As the Director of R&D, Product Innovation, you will build and lead Nuts.com's in-house recipe ... recipe platforms as we scale What you'll bring: * Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Culinary ...

Nuts.com

Director of R&D, Product Innovation

Cranford, NJ · On-site

$190K - $200K/yr

As the Director of R&D, Product Innovation, you will build and lead Nuts.com's in-house recipe ... recipe platforms as we scale What you'll bring: * Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Culinary ...

Gmj Garcia Inc

Head Chef

Whittier, CA · On-site

$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 · On-site

$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 · On-site

$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.

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How much do food recipe development jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 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.

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 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.

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.

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Infographic showing various Food Recipe Development job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,697 per year, or $51.8 per hour.

Mastery Charter Schools-Assistant Kitchen Manager

The Nutrition Group

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

$19/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

The Nutrition Group rating

5.5

Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

Based on 38 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

52nd of 68 rated caterers

Job description

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Assistant Kitchen Manager to join our team in the Business Services industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the Kitchen Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the kitchen, ensuring that all food is prepared to the highest standards and that all health and safety regulations are adhered to. The Assistant Kitchen Manager will also be responsible for managing inventory, ordering supplies, and maintaining equipment.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • 2+ years of experience in a similar role
  • Strong knowledge of food preparation and health and safety regulations
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Culinary degree or certification
  • Experience in menu planning and recipe development
  • Experience with inventory management software
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish

Responsibilities:
  • Assist the Kitchen Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the kitchen
  • Ensure that all food is prepared to the highest standards and that all health and safety regulations are adhered to
  • Manage inventory, ordering supplies, and maintaining equipment
  • Train and supervise kitchen staff
  • Assist in menu planning and recipe development

Skills:
The successful candidate will utilize their strong knowledge of food preparation and health and safety regulations to ensure that all food is prepared to the highest standards. They will also use their excellent communication and leadership skills to train and supervise kitchen staff. Additionally, the Assistant Kitchen Manager will use their ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously to manage inventory, order supplies, and maintain equipment. Finally, the preferred qualifications of a culinary degree or certification, experience in menu planning and recipe development, experience with inventory management software, and bilingualism in English and Spanish will be utilized in this role.
The Nutrition Group is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all qualified applicants. Consideration for employment will be without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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