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Home Based Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef Jobs

Eli Zabar

Recipe Development Chef

New York, NY

$120K - $180K/yr

... chef with a strong background in recipe development and high-volume ... kitchen operationsSelf-motivated, organized, and capable of managing multiple projects ...

DANIEL

Research and Development Chef

New York, NY

$85K - $90K/yr

Test Kitchen Management * Oversee the daily operation and organization of the test kitchen ... Recipe costing and budgeting * Event décor and presentation * Tasting stations and culinary ...

New

Farmer's Fridge

R&D Chef

Chicago, IL · On-site

$95K - $105K/yr

Iterate quickly based on production feedback, sensory data and customer feedback * Assist in ... recipe issues that surface at scale Culinary & Test Kitchen Management * Champion a culture of ...

Farmer's Fridge Careers

R&D Chef

Chicago, IL · On-site

$95K - $105K/yr

Iterate quickly based on production feedback, sensory data and customer feedback * Assist in ... recipe issues that surface at scale Culinary & Test Kitchen Management * Champion a culture of ...

Amy's Kitchen, Inc.

R&D Chef's Assistant

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$26 - $36/hr

Bonus incentives based on attendance and safety * Referral Bonuses * Safety Shoe Program, covered ... Execute recipe cooking in kitchen during scale-up. * Maintain R&D samples in holding freezer ...

Amy's Kitchen, LLC

R&D Chef's Assistant

Santa Rosa, CA

$26 - $36/hr

Bonus incentives based on attendance and safety    * Referral Bonuses   * Safety Shoe ... Execute recipe cooking in kitchen during scale-up. * Maintain R&D samples in holding freezer ...

Crumbl

Research & Development Chef

Provo, UT · On-site

Cleaning, organization, and maintenance of the Test Kitchen alongside other bakers. * Ability to ... materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not ...

Crumbl

Research & Development Chef

Provo, UT · On-site

Cleaning, organization, and maintenance of the Test Kitchen alongside other bakers. * Ability to ... materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not ...

Crumbl

Research & Development Chef

Provo, UT

Cleaning, organization, and maintenance of the Test Kitchen alongside other bakers. * Ability to ... materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not ...

Arizona Cardinals

Sous Chef

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$48K - $66K/yr

Starting 2028, this role will be based at the new Arizona Cardinals Training Facility in north ... Recipe development and cataloging to increase the variety in the kitchen recipe book. Help support ...

GBC Food Services

R&D Produce Chef

Richardson, TX · On-site

$60K - $82K/yr

Conduct kitchen trials, including in-store testing, quality evaluation, and performance tracking to ... Flexibility to travel frequently, including overnight stays, multi-day trips away from home and ...

7-ELEVEN

Test Kitchen Manager

Irving, TX · On-site

The Test Kitchen Specialist is responsible for managing ingredients, organizing materials ... Assemble ingredients and materials for scheduled product development trials. * Prepare samples for ...

GBC Food Services LLC

R&D Produce Chef

Richardson, TX · On-site

$60K - $82K/yr

Conduct kitchen trials, including in-store testing, quality evaluation, and performance tracking to ... Flexibility to travel frequently, including overnight stays, multi-day trips away from home and ...

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How much do home based test kitchen recipe development chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for home based test kitchen recipe development chef in the United States is $24.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $31.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Home Based Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef vs Food Stylist?

AspectHome Based Test Kitchen Recipe Development ChefFood Stylist
Primary RoleDevelops and tests recipes in a home or studio settingPrepares and styles food for photography and media
Work EnvironmentHome kitchens, test kitchens, or studio spacesPhoto shoots, video sets, and studio environments
CredentialsCooking experience, culinary training, food knowledgeFood presentation skills, styling experience, photography knowledge
Industry UsageRecipe development, food brands, publishingAdvertising, magazines, commercial photography

While both roles involve working with food, the Home Based Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef focuses on creating and testing recipes, whereas the Food Stylist specializes in making food visually appealing for media. They often collaborate but serve different functions in the food industry.

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Infographic showing various Home Based Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,225 per year, or $24.6 per hour.
Recipe Development Chef

Recipe Development Chef

Eli Zabar

New York, NY

$120K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

About the RoleWe are looking for a talented, imaginative, and hands-on R&D Chef to lead culinary innovation across our high-volume production kitchens. This is a rare opportunity for a creative chef who loves both the art of developing new recipes and the discipline of bringing them to life at scale. If you are someone who gets excited walking through a farmers market, sees opportunity in every seasonal ingredient, and can turn a simple idea into a signature dishwe want to hear from you.About UsWe are a beloved New York City gourmet grocery institution with multiple locations, producing an extensive range of made-from-scratch products dailyincluding soups, salads, entres, sauces, sandwiches, dressings, and desserts. We take pride in our long-standing recipes while continuously evolving our menu with fresh, seasonal, and innovative offerings. Quality and creativity are at the heart of everything we do.What You'll Do:Recipe Development & InnovationDevelop original recipes and creatively reimagine existing ones, keeping our menu fresh, exciting, and aligned with current culinary trendsWork with new and seasonal ingredients entering the market daily, testing and developing recipes that showcase their unique qualitiesPartner closely with ownership to bring bold culinary concepts to life that reflect the brand's vision and standardsCreate recipes that are both innovative and executable at scale across multiple locationsCulinary Operations & QualityStandardize and implement recipes across all locations, ensuring consistency in taste, quality, and presentationApply deep knowledge of seasonal ingredients to enhance flavors, ensure freshness, and inspire new menu ideasDevelop creative strategies for repurposing surplus ingredients to minimize waste transforming day-old bread into croutons or garlic bread, turning vegetable trimmings into soups and stocks, and finding smart uses for every ingredient in the kitchenMaintain the highest brand standards across all products at all timesWho You AreA natural creative with a passion for food, flavor, and culinary storytellingAn experienced chef with a strong background in recipe development and high-volume kitchen operationsSelf-motivated, organized, and capable of managing multiple projects independentlyA strong collaborator who communicates well and thrives in a fast-paced environmentDeeply knowledgeable about seasonal ingredients and their culinary applicationsFlexible, resourceful, and energized by the ever-changing nature of a dynamic kitchenBenefits:We offer a competitive benefits package as part of our compensation for this full-time position.ScheduleMonday to FridayWeekend availability as neededAbility to Commute / RelocateNew York, NY: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)ExperienceCulinary experience: 5+ years (Preferred)Cooking experience: 5+ years (Preferred)Benefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insurancePTO