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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

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 · 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 ...

Equum Medical

Executive Chef I

Roslindale, MA · On-site

$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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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

$54K - $73K/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 ...

The Delaney at The Vale

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 ...

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 ...

The Arlington of Naples

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 ...

Asbury Village

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 ...

Morton's The Steakhouse

Sous Chef

Boston, MA · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

Continued career development and growth opportunities * Generous employee discounts on dining ... cost, and product quality * Strong communication, leadership, and conflict resolution skills

Hersha Hospitality Management LP

Sous Chef

Boston, MA

$54K - $73K/yr

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

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How much do product development chef jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for product development chef in Boston, MA is $138,375.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $124,800.00 and $155,800.00 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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Infographic showing various Product Development Chef job openings in Boston, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $138,375 per year, or $66.5 per hour.

Senior Research Chef APAC - Ninja Culinary

SharkNinja

Needham, MA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

SharkNinja rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

46th of 159 rated electronics manufacturers

Job description

Position Summary:

The Ninja Test Kitchen is looking for a Senior Research Chef, APAC to join our vibrant group of global chefs and food scientists. Our team takes a unique approach to product development, blending culinary arts and the science of food. The Ninja Test Kitchen shapes the product roadmap, development and story creation.

The Ninja Test Kitchen is highly collaborative, and team members are expected to contribute feedback and problem-solving ideas across all projects. Team members are expected to have a strong knowledge of the industry, to be familiar with the latest food trends, and to foster a curiosity for product development. This position will be based at our Corporate Headquarters in Needham, MA.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct research and development exploration and testing on competitive products to inform product strategy/roadmap
  • Drive product strategy and roadmap decisions in partnership with cross-functional and regional leadership
  • Develop and lead exploratory test strategy to push the limits of what's possible with new product ideas to inform the product story and determine hero recipes
  • Define and own KPIs for ideal performance across new product functions, and validate prototypes to ensure KPIs are being met
  • Meticulously records testing results and shares results as needed with key stakeholders in a timely fashion
  • Develop preset programs and function recipe requirements
  • Mentor junior chefs and food scientists, providing technical guidance and helping raise the team's overall development capabilities
  • Validate recipes, and assemble all relevant material information, that highlight the product feature and benefits
  • Assists with developing and testing recipes to highlight products for demonstrations and marketing materials
  • Assists, attends and presents at internal and external events, as needed

Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of related culinology/culinary/food science experience or a related field, preferably at a consumer goods company
  • Degree from an accredited Culinary Arts program, or Culinology or Food Science or Nutrition; Bachelor's Degree with a focus on Marketing or Communications; or combination of education and experience
  • A mindset geared toward building relationships across multi-functional teams, coupled with excellent interpersonal skills
  • Highly-effective communication skills - both written (presentation/email) and in-person (ability to host succinct, effective conversations that solve problems and ability to make effective presentations to all levels of management, including SharkNinja's executive leadership team)
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
  • Proven ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment in ambiguous situations, and influence stakeholders across functions and regions
  • A desire to learn and grow in a passionate environment.  The ability to embrace transparency and shifting priorities while learning from each decision and focusing on the path forward
  • Comfort with standard data acquisition tools (thermometers, texture analyzer, photo capture, etc.)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Curiosity for and comfort using AI tools to accelerate research, recipe development, and workflow efficiency
  • Familiarity/experience with cuisines and culinary trends of APAC regions
  • Comfort with international hours - role will be joining calls with teams in other parts of the world that may fall early in the day or evening
  • Desired but not required: Bilingual (Japanese, Chinese, or Hindi)

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