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Koch Industries

Product Manager

Grafton, MA · On-site

$130K - $170K/yr

Lead new product development and successful launches, including go-to-market strategies and ... At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ...

AccorHotel

Executive Chef

Boston, MA · On-site

$135K - $150K/yr

The Executive Chef leads all aspects of food production, menu development, food safety, cost management, colleague engagement, and culinary innovation. Working closely with Food & Beverage leadership ...

FAIRMONT

Executive Chef

Boston, MA · On-site

The Executive Chef leads all aspects of food production, menu development, food safety, cost management, colleague engagement, and culinary innovation. Working closely with Food & Beverage leadership ...

AccorHotel

Executive Chef

Boston, MA

$135K - $150K/yr

The Executive Chef leads all aspects of food production, menu development, food safety, cost management, colleague engagement, and culinary innovation. Working closely with Food & Beverage leadership ...

Equum Medical

Executive Chef I

Roslindale, MA

$74K - $103K/yr

I. Position Summary: The Executive Chef is responsible for the management, operation, and ... flavor development, and best practices in production * Ability to develop customized recipes ...

Equum Medical

Executive Chef I

Dedham, MA · On-site

$73K - $101K/yr

I. Position Summary: The Executive Chef is responsible for the management, operation, and ... flavor development, and best practices in production * Ability to develop customized recipes ...

Benchmark Electronics, Inc.

Executive Chef

Lincoln, MA · On-site

$78K - $82K/yr

Executive Chef - No Late Nights Preferred hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM The ... Strong knowledge of food production, menu development, purchasing and cost control. * Experience ...

Hebrew SeniorLife

Executive Chef I

Roslindale, MA · On-site

$74K - $103K/yr

... flavor development, and best practices in production * Ability to develop customized recipes ... A successful Executive Chef must: * Demonstrate commitment to Hebrew SeniorLife's cultural beliefs ...

Loomis Village

Sous Chef

South Hadley, MA · On-site

$49K - $66K/yr

... and development of our dedicated foodservice team, fostering a positive and productive work ... If you're a proactive, passionate, and skilled Sous Chef looking for a rewarding opportunity to ...

HHM Hotels

Sous Chef

North Falmouth, MA

$65K - $75K/yr

Sous Chef Sea Crest Beach Resort is looking for a Sous Chef who is ready to inspire a talented ... Oversee preparation and production of menus, development and execution of recipes. * Manage kitchen ...

Koch Industries

Business Development Manager

Grafton, MA · On-site

$135K - $185K/yr

Our team works closely across Materials, Production, Engineering, Quality, and Customer Service to ... At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ...

Red Lion Inn

Sous Chef

Stockbridge, MA · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

This position assists with menu development, staff training, and kitchen organization while ... production and service across all meal periods, outlets, and events. • Maintain the highest ...

Life Care Services

Sous Chef

Woburn, MA · On-site

$28/hr

... development, and discipline. In addition, the Sous Chef plans, develops and implements weekly menus ... Assists with food orders, production sheets, and related material. Understands food cost and how to ...

Life Care Companies, LLC

Sous Chef

Woburn, MA · On-site

$28/hr

... development, and discipline. In addition, the Sous Chef plans, develops and implements weekly menus ... Assists with food orders, production sheets, and related material. Understands food cost and how to ...

HHM Hotels

Sous Chef

Boston, MA

$100K - $115K/yr

Sous Chef Assist the Executive Chef in the preparation of food and oversight of kitchen operations ... Oversee preparation and production of menus, development and execution of recipes. * Manage kitchen ...

Heritage at Irene Woods

Sous Chef

Woburn, MA

$28/hr

... development, and discipline. In addition, the Sous Chef plans, develops and implements weekly menus ... Assists with food orders, production sheets, and related material. Understands food cost and how to ...

The Delaney at The Vale

Sous Chef

Woburn, MA · On-site

$28/hr

... development, and discipline. In addition, the Sous Chef plans, develops and implements weekly menus ... Assists with food orders, production sheets, and related material. Understands food cost and how to ...

Life Care Services

Sous Chef

Woburn, MA

$28/hr

... development, and discipline. In addition, the Sous Chef plans, develops and implements weekly menus ... Assists with food orders, production sheets, and related material. Understands food cost and how to ...

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How much do product development chef jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for product development chef in Massachusetts is $138,686.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $125,000.00 and $156,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a product development chef do?

A Product Development Chef creates and tests new food products for restaurants, food manufacturers, or retail brands. They blend culinary creativity with market trends, ensuring products are innovative, scalable, and cost-effective. Their work involves recipe development, ingredient sourcing, and collaboration with food scientists and marketing teams. Ultimately, they help bring new and exciting food concepts from the kitchen to consumers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a product development chef?

To excel as a Product Development Chef, you need extensive culinary expertise, menu innovation experience, and knowledge of food science or nutrition, often supported by a culinary degree or relevant certifications. Familiarity with recipe development software, product testing equipment, and compliance with food safety regulations like HACCP is valuable. Strong creativity, collaboration, and project management skills help you work effectively with cross-functional teams and adapt to market trends. These competencies are critical to creating successful new food products that align with business goals and consumer demands.

What does a typical day look like for a product development chef?

A Product Development Chef’s typical day involves collaborating with R&D, marketing, and production teams to brainstorm and refine new recipes or food products. You'll spend time in both the test kitchen, experimenting with ingredients and techniques, and in meetings to discuss market trends, feasibility, and scalability. The role often requires tasting, adjusting recipes, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and documenting formulations for commercialization. It’s a dynamic environment that combines creativity with technical precision, making each day varied and engaging.

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Product Manager

Koch Industries

Grafton, MA • On-site

$130K - $170K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Koch Industries rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

136th of 545 rated manufacturers

Job description

Your Job
Molex is seeking a Product Manager to support our Temp-Flex business in South Grafton, MA. In this role, you will own the end-to-end lifecycle of our high-performance wire and cable products, from defining strategy and roadmap to driving development and commercialization. You will serve as the critical link between customers, markets, and internal teams to deliver solutions that create long-term value.
Our Team
You will partner closely with cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, and commercial partners to deliver innovative solutions for test & measurement, medical device, and other customer segments.
What You Will Do
  • Own product lifecycle management including strategy, roadmap development, and continuous portfolio optimization
  • Gather and synthesize customer insights, market research, and industry trends to define product direction
  • Translate market needs into actionable product requirements and partner with engineering to execute development
  • Lead new product development and successful launches, including go-to-market strategies and commercialization efforts
  • Collaborate with sales, marketing, and customer-facing teams to drive adoption and growth of the product lines across multiple customer segments
  • Support customers and internal stakeholders as the product line expert
  • Manage product pricing, and positioning to optimize profitability and meet evolving customer needs
  • Engage directly with customers, partners, and industry stakeholders to strengthen market understanding and relationships

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
  • Bachelor's degree or higher
  • Experience in product management, product development, or a related commercial/technical role
  • Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, operations, or commercial teams
  • Experience in roles involving customer or market analysis

What Will Put You Ahead
  • Experience in wire & cable, interconnects, or related technical products
  • Experience with coaxial cable and/or micro cable
  • Background in electrical engineering or a technical discipline
  • Demonstrated business acumen including pricing, market analysis, or product portfolio management
  • Experience in customer-facing roles such as sales engineering, account management, or applications engineering

For this role, we anticipate paying $130,000 - $170,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .
Who We Are
As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquí , or tu ).
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