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Freelance Food Recipe Development Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Sous Chef - Food Production

Warren, MI · On-site

$19 - $22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to recipe development, improve operational processes, and support exciting food service experiences across our organization. Weekend availability may be ...

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 ...

Experience in pet food recipe development (dry, wet, treats, canned) is preferred. * Familiarity with dry food manufacturing processes and operations is a plus. * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced ...

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

Culinary Experience Specialist

Walnut Creek, CA · On-site

$38K - $52K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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.

Director of R&D, Product Innovation

Cranford, NJ · On-site

$190K - $200K/yr

  • Retirement

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 ...

Jr Chef is a statewide cooking competition for 8th12th grade students that gives participants the chance to build valuable skills in recipe development, food preparation, marketing, organization ...

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 freelance food recipe development jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance food recipe development in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Food Recipe Development vs Food Blogger?

AspectFreelance Food Recipe DevelopmentFood Blogger
CredentialsCooking skills, recipe creation experienceCooking skills, content creation experience
Work EnvironmentClient projects, test kitchens, remote or on-siteHome-based, online platform
Industry UsageFood industry, brands, publishersPersonal brand, social media, online audience
Search & ComparisonRecipe development, culinary consultingFood blogging, recipe sharing

Freelance Food Recipe Development focuses on creating recipes for clients, brands, or publications, often involving testing and refining recipes. Food Bloggers primarily produce content for their own platforms, sharing recipes and culinary experiences with their audience. While both roles require culinary skills, freelance recipe developers work more on commissioned projects, whereas food bloggers build personal brands through content creation.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Food Recipe Development job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, and 30% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $99,230 per year, or $47.7 per hour.

Food Service Manager in Training

Personal Touch Food Service

Buffalo, NY • On-site

$25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago


Job description

Are you a culinary-trained professional ready to step into leadership?
Personal Touch Food Service, Inc. is looking for a passionate, driven individual to join our team as a Manager in Training. This is your opportunity to build real management skills in a supportive environment - with a direct path to running your own account.
About the Role
As a Manager in Training, you'll work alongside experienced food service leaders across all areas of our operations - from kitchen production and menu development to staff supervision and client relations. Our structured, 90-180 day rotational program is designed to fast-track your growth from culinary professional to confident manager.
This is a full-time position operating during the school year, giving you a consistent, predictable schedule aligned with our educational food service accounts.
What You'll Do
Kitchen & Operations
• Lead and assist in daily meal production, following established menus and quality standards
• Rotate through all kitchen and service stations to master every aspect of operations
• Ensure food safety, HACCP compliance, and ServSafe standards are upheld at all times
Team Leadership
• Shadow managers in scheduling, coaching, and directing kitchen and front-of-house staff
• Run pre-shift meetings and help onboard new team members
• Build a positive, collaborative team culture every day
Culinary Creativity
• Collaborate on seasonal menus and new recipe development
• Bring fresh ideas that reflect current food trends and meet client needs
• Support themed events and special dining experiences
Business & Client Relations
• Learn food and labor cost management to hit budgetary goals
• Assist with ordering, inventory, and vendor coordination
• Build strong relationships with on-site client contacts and respond to their feedback
Requirements
What We're Looking For
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management - preferred
• 1-2 years of experience in a food service or restaurant setting
• A natural leader who's eager to learn and grow
• Strong communication skills and a team-first attitude
• ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
Salary Description
25.00 per hour