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Freelance Research Development Chef Jobs in Seattle, WA

Heart n Belly

Head Chef

Seattle, WA · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

Lead menu R&D, incorporating customer feedback and food trends. * Standardize recipes to ensure ... As Head Chef, you'll have the creative freedom and resources to make a lasting impact on the team ...

Heart n Belly

Head Chef

Seattle, WA · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

Lead menu R&D, incorporating customer feedback and food trends. * Standardize recipes to ensure ... As Head Chef, you'll have the creative freedom and resources to make a lasting impact on the team ...

Heart n Belly

Head Chef

Seattle, WA · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Lead menu R&D, incorporating customer feedback and food trends. * Standardize recipes to ensure ... As Head Chef, you'll have the creative freedom and resources to make a lasting impact on the team ...

YMCA

Principal Product Engineer

Everett, WA · On-site

Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility. Essential Functions: Candidates ... Oversee and direct contracted engineering and technical advisor freelancers/agencies. * Pair ...

Sysco Northeast Rdc

Sales Consultant - Olympia

Kent, WA · On-site

$70 - $100/hr

  • Retirement

... or Chef looking for career development opportunities? Join Sysco's World Class Sales Team and ... Research customer business needs and develops a mix of products and service to meet needs.

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Amazon

Creative Dir, Social, North America Stores

Seattle, WA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... development and implementation of GenAI and automated creative solutions to scale creative ... research and marketing teams to develop strategy and consumer insights that drive compelling ...

Lifetime Brands, Inc.

CMF/Sr. Graphic Designer

Seattle, WA · On-site

$75K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Development team. The Senior CMF Designer will be responsible for defining and executing the ... The ideal candidate will have a strong background in CMF design, illustration, trend research, and ...

Lifetime Brands

CMF/Sr. Graphic Designer

Seattle, WA · Hybrid

$75K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Development team. The Senior CMF Designer will be responsible for defining and executing the ... The ideal candidate will have a strong background in CMF design, illustration, trend research, and ...

Lifetime Brands, Inc.

CMF/Sr. Graphic Designer

Seattle, WA · Hybrid

$75K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Development team. The Senior CMF Designer will be responsible for defining and executing the ... The ideal candidate will have a strong background in CMF design, illustration, trend research, and ...

Sysco Corporation

Sales Consultant - Mt Vernon WA

Kent, WA · On-site

$51K - $85K/yr

  • Retirement

... or Chef looking for career development opportunities? Join Sysco's World Class Sales Team and ... Research customer business needs and develops a mix of products and service to meet needs.

Sysco

Sales Consultant - Tacoma

Seattle, WA · On-site

$51K - $85K/yr

  • Retirement

... or Chef looking for career development opportunities? Join Sysco's World Class Sales Team and ... Research customer business needs and develops a mix of products and service to meet needs.

Sysco

Sales Consultant - USBL - US

Seattle, WA · On-site

$53K - $75K/yr

  • Retirement

... or Chef looking for career development opportunities? Join Sysco's World Class Sales Team and ... Research customer business needs and develops a mix of products and service to meet needs.

Sysco Corporation

Sales Consultant - Bellevue

Kent, WA · On-site

$51K - $85K/yr

  • Retirement

... or Chef looking for career development opportunities? Join Sysco's World Class Sales Team and ... Research customer business needs and develops a mix of products and service to meet needs.

Sysco Corporation

Sales Consultant - Olympia

Kent, WA · On-site

$51K - $85K/yr

  • Retirement

... or Chef looking for career development opportunities? Join Sysco's World Class Sales Team and ... Research customer business needs and develops a mix of products and service to meet needs.

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As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance research development chef in Seattle, WA is $54.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.64 and $70.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Research Development Chef vs Research and Development Chef?

AspectFreelance Research Development ChefResearch and Development Chef
CredentialsCooking certifications, culinary degrees, specialized R&D trainingSimilar credentials, often with advanced culinary or food science education
Work EnvironmentIndependent, project-based, varies by client or companyIn-house or corporate kitchens, R&D labs within food companies
Employer & IndustryFreelance, consulting, food startups, product development firmsFood manufacturing, large food companies, restaurant chains

While both roles focus on food innovation and product development, a Freelance Research Development Chef works independently on diverse projects for various clients, offering flexibility and a broad scope. In contrast, a Research and Development Chef is typically employed full-time within a company, focusing on specific product lines and long-term development strategies.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Research Development Chef job openings in Seattle, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $112,927 per year, or $54.3 per hour.

Research and Development Chef (Contract)

Intellectual Ventures

Bellevue, WA • On-site

$90 - $120/hr

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Research and Development Chef (Contract)

The Cooking Lab is seeking a highly skilled, detail-oriented contract Research and Development Chef. Our ideal candidate has deep expertise in pastry arts to support our pastry project. This contract position will work 40 hours per week onsite with our team of Research and Development chefs to test pastry recipes in collaboration with the Food Science team. Our research and development chefs play a key role in our pastry research through technical skill and precision, high quality data production, and thorough record keeping.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Pastry Testing and Evaluation
    • Meticulously follow experimental protocols developed by the Pastry Manager and Food Science team.
    • Prepare baked good samples for data in an efficient and highly organized manner.
    • Thoroughly document, accurately label, and effectively communicate all recipe iterations, testing outcomes, and process adjustments.
    • Apply critical thinking and problem-solving approaches during the experimental process.
  • Technical Execution
    • Apply advanced baking and pastry techniques to achieve the most consistent results possible. Experience working with pate a choux also desired.
    • Maintain high standards of quality, consistency, and data production.
  • Additional Duties
    • Collaborate with the culinary team to maintain kitchen organization and cleanliness on a daily basis.
    • Work effectively with cross-functional teams including Editorial, Marketing and Photography.

Qualifications:

  • Degree or certification in Pastry or Culinary Arts.
  • Minimum 5 years of professional pastry experience.
  • At least 2 years in a product development or R&D role preferred.
  • Strong organizational and documentation skills.

Preferred Skills:

  • Strong foundation in food science principles, especially related to ingredient functionality.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, experimental kitchen environment.
  • Experience executing recipes to an exceptionally high standard to meet photographic needs.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word for documentation and planning.

Why Join The Cooking Lab?

  • Be part of a world-class culinary team pushing the boundaries of pastry innovation.
  • Work in a collaborative, creative environment with access to cutting-edge tools and techniques.
  • Contribute to a high-profile pastry project with opportunities for growth and impact.
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