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Oishii

Expert Grower, Recipe Development

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

Under minimal supervision, tests and proposes optimal parameters (light, fertilizer, irrigation ... Develops 1-2 year experiment roadmap under guidance, and leads optimization of recipe development ...

Altius Search Group

Executive Chef

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$100K - $110K/yr

This role requires a balanced leader - creative and strategic in recipe and menu development, yet ... Kitchen Operations & Financial Oversight * Manage food cost, labor cost, and inventory controls.

Kohler Co.

Jr. Sous Chef, Blackwolf Run Banquets

Kohler, WI · On-site

$50K - $68K/yr

Maintain the kitchen recipe book and manage production, quality and consistency through its use ... Provide training for all interns and international workforce from national culinary schools. * Lead ...

Kohler Co.

Jr. Sous Chef, Blackwolf Run Banquets

Kohler, WI · On-site

$50K - $68K/yr

Maintain the kitchen recipe book and manage production, quality and consistency through its use ... Provide training for all interns and international workforce from national culinary schools. * Lead ...

KOHLER

Jr. Sous Chef, Blackwolf Run Banquets

Kohler, WI

$50K - $68K/yr

Maintain the kitchen recipe book and manage production, quality and consistency through its use ... Provide training for all interns and international workforce from national culinary schools. * Lead ...

Oishii

Expert Grower, Recipe Development

Jersey City, NJ

$90K - $100K/yr

Under minimal supervision, tests and proposes optimal parameters (light, fertilizer, irrigation ... Develops 1-2 year experiment roadmap under guidance, and leads optimization of recipe development ...

mjh

Chefs

Ocala, FL

To be the chef when the chef is not in to take control and run the kitchen in a professional manner ... Maintain the kitchen recipe book and provide copies for all kitchen team members * Meet with Arthur ...

Hummus Mediterranean Kitchen

Production Chef

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$90K - $105K/yr

Recipe development, and execution Ability to train Chef Description: We are looking for an experienced chef to fill a vacant spot in our kitchen staff and contribute to the overall excellence of our ...

Gmj Garcia Inc

Head Chef

Whittier, CA

$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

$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.

Donatos Pizza

Menu Innovation Specialist

Columbus, OH · Hybrid

This role supports new menu innovation, product optimization, recipe development, and test kitchen operations. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable in the technical and creative-driving ...

Larsen's Restaurant Group

Be Seen First

Sous Chef

Oxnard, CA · On-site

$23 - $30/hr

We are looking for a talented and dedicated Sous Chef to join our dynamic kitchen team ... Preferred Skills:** - Experience in plate creation and recipe development **Benefits ...

Conagra Brands

Associate Development Chef

Omaha, NE

$59K - $78K/yr

Maintain kitchen operations, including sanitation, maintenance, and organization. Ingredients ... Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition ...

America's Test Kitchen

Senior Software Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$130K - $150K/yr

America's Test Kitchen is seeking a high-impact Senior Software Engineer to help build and scale ... Hands-on Development: Write clean, well-tested, and maintainable code across the full stack ...

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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As of Jun 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship test kitchen recipe development chef in the United States is $19.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef vs Recipe Developer?

AspectInternship Test Kitchen Recipe Development ChefRecipe Developer
CredentialsTypically pursuing or holding culinary or food science degreesOften holds culinary, food science, or related certifications
Work EnvironmentTest kitchens, culinary labs, or food development facilitiesCorporate kitchens, food companies, or freelance settings
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by food brands, media companies, and culinary institutionsEmployed by food manufacturers, brands, or as freelancers
Search & Comparison IntentPeople exploring entry-level or internship roles in recipe developmentIndividuals comparing early-career recipe development roles

In summary, an Internship Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef is an entry-level role focused on learning and assisting in recipe creation within a test kitchen environment, often as part of an internship. A Recipe Developer is a more experienced professional who creates and refines recipes for brands or companies, often with more independence and responsibility.

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Expert Grower, Recipe Development

Oishii

Jersey City, NJ • On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

We grow the world's BEST Strawberries & our Expert Growers are a major reason why!
As part of our Research & Development Team an Expert Grower at Oishii contributes to our exceptional product development, and plant health by working cross-functionally to ensure the success of short term and long-range goals in both production farms and R&D farms. Expert Growers serve as subject matter experts to our production teams monitoring & problem solving for plant health, diseases, pest, environmental stresses, quality and yield opportunities and often oversee projects or experiments in various farms to improve growing systems and to characterize plant responses in controlled environments.
The role is hands-on and strategic with a large portion of time spent in the farm with our plants.
What you'll be responsible for:
  • Lead experiments analyzing cultivation data, timelines and outcomes to identify growth characteristics and root causes, contributing to recipe improvement on a daily and weekly basis
  • Own defining and prioritizing cultivation challenges and plan experiments accordingly as it relates to yield and quality targets (KPIs)
  • Oversees experiment execution by directing team members, recording plant status weekly, assessing experiment continuation, and wrapping up findings in ~2 weeks
  • Maintains full compliance with safety and IPM protocols throughout all operations
  • Under minimal supervision, tests and proposes optimal parameters (light, fertilizer, irrigation, CO2, etc.) by cultivar and irrigation method, and proposes base recipes
  • Facilitate cross-functional projects (e.g., equipment retrofits) with Engineering, Maintenance, etc., including planning, to-do management, and coordination
  • Manage and develop the senior growers, junior growers and R&D operators that report to you
  • Develops 1-2 year experiment roadmap under guidance, and leads optimization of recipe development processes and strategic workflows

Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to lift up to 30 lbs
  • Ability to climb a ladder
  • Ability to crouch or kneel
  • Ability to reach and stretch
  • Hand dexterity
  • Comfortable in an active, non-sedentary role for lengths of up to 5 to 6 hours at time
  • MUST NOT be allergic to bees

Who will love this job: Individuals who identify with our Core Values and exhibit skills within those values will thrive at Oishii.
  • One Team, One Fight!
    • Ability to quickly shift priorities to meet deadlines and effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, clearly, concisely and with purpose.
    • Ability to work cross functionally and collaborate understanding that expert growers are functional experts but not always the decision makers.
  • Focus.
    • Ability to remove obstacles in order to prioritize which could include problem solving, working through ambiguity and using fact based or sound judgment.
  • GSD (Get Sh** Done!)
    • A bias for action! Ability to hold yourself accountable and take ownership of driving results that impact company outcomes.

What we look for in an Expert Grower:
  • Bachelor's degree in horticulture, plant biology, plant physiology, soil science, or a related degree or field professional experience
  • 8+ years of experience as a strawberry grower in a greenhouse, vertical farm, and/or large-scale traditional or research farm
  • 8+ years of experience in team and production or experiment farm management
  • Experience in experiment design, cultivation recipe development, and execution
  • Proven ability to communicate experimental outcomes and translate them into recipe proposals
  • Strong expertise of plant growth, environmental control, cultivation systems (e.g., UTR), and pest and disease management (IPM)
  • An open-minded and adaptable leader who actively listens to diverse perspectives of team members and other cross-functional leaders to translate those perspectives into practical action
  • A big-picture thinker who connects plant biology, environment condition, operations efficiency, and equipment performance to optimize the whole system
  • Ability to independently identify on-site cultivation challenges, plan relevant experiments, collect and analyze data, and propose and implement actionable solutions
  • Data-driven decision maker with a strong foundation in experimental design and results interpretation
  • Demonstrated ability to work hands-on in a fast-paced, R&D startup environment

Perks at Oishii:
  • Salary of $90K-100K and Equity
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance + Long Term Disability Insurance
  • EAP Access
  • Pet Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan (Roth & Traditional)
  • Paid Parental leave
  • Office social events including happy hours, parties, and community service projects
  • Employee activity groups for basketball players, Yoga Enthusiasts, runners

About Us:
Oishii (which means "delicious" in Japanese) is the innovative company behind the world's largest indoor vertical strawberry farm. On a mission to transform the agriculture industry through the power of smart farming, Oishii harmoniously marries nature with state-of-the-art technology to create the ideal elements-rain, air, heat, light, nourishment and natural bee pollination-for growing in-season produce all year round. Oishii's beloved Omakase, Koyo and Nikko Berries are grown in pesticide-free vertical farms in the U.S. and proudly bear the Non-GMO Project Verified seal. Founded in 2016, Oishii's investors include SPARX Group, NTT, Yaskawa, McWin Capital Partners and Resilience Reserve. Oishii was recognized as one of Fast Company's "World's Most Innovative Companies" in 2022.
Today, Oishii operates farms and research facilities across the United States and Japan, bringing together expertise from both countries to advance the future of agriculture. As a Japanese-founded company with global ambitions, we are building a world-class team dedicated to transforming how premium produce is grown and delivered. For more information, visit www.oishii.com.

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