Bellevue, WA · On-site
$90 - $120/hr
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:
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Bellevue, WA · On-site
$90 - $120/hr
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:
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$90K - $105K/yr
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Their operation combines culinary excellence with large-scale food production, requiring ... Support menu development, recipe execution, and continuous culinary improvement. * Address customer ...
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$90K - $105K/yr
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Their operation combines culinary excellence with large-scale food production, requiring ... Support menu development, recipe execution, and continuous culinary improvement. * Address customer ...
$90K - $105K/yr
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Their operation combines culinary excellence with large-scale food production, requiring ... Support menu development, recipe execution, and continuous culinary improvement. * Address customer ...
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$90K - $105K/yr
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Their operation combines culinary excellence with large-scale food production, requiring ... Support menu development, recipe execution, and continuous culinary improvement. * Address customer ...
Seattle, WA · On-site
$85K - $90K/yr
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Monitor and communicate Customer deviations and implement training for improvements and product ... development. The Kitchen Manager/Executive Chef must have an excellent driving record and valid ...
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Seattle, WA · On-site
$85K - $90K/yr
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Monitor and communicate Customer deviations and implement training for improvements and product ... development. The Kitchen Manager/Executive Chef must have an excellent driving record and valid ...
Seattle, WA · On-site
$27/hr
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Collaborate with the Chef on menu development, production planning, and operational improvements. * Step into leadership responsibilities in the Chef's absence. Health & Safety Compliance * Ensure ...
Seattle, WA · On-site
$27/hr
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Collaborate with the Chef on menu development, production planning, and operational improvements. * Step into leadership responsibilities in the Chef's absence. Health & Safety Compliance * Ensure ...
Seattle, WA · On-site
$80K - $110K/yr
Our operations span food trucks, catering, and production kitchens, all driven by our mission: to ... Lead menu R&D, incorporating customer feedback and food trends. * Standardize recipes to ensure ...
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Seattle, WA · On-site
$80K - $110K/yr
Our operations span food trucks, catering, and production kitchens, all driven by our mission: to ... Lead menu R&D, incorporating customer feedback and food trends. * Standardize recipes to ensure ...
Seattle, WA · On-site
$80K - $110K/yr
Our operations span food trucks, catering, and production kitchens, all driven by our mission: to ... Lead menu R&D, incorporating customer feedback and food trends. * Standardize recipes to ensure ...
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Seattle, WA · On-site
$80K - $110K/yr
Our operations span food trucks, catering, and production kitchens, all driven by our mission: to ... Lead menu R&D, incorporating customer feedback and food trends. * Standardize recipes to ensure ...
Seattle, WA · On-site
$81K - $112K/yr
The Executive Chef is responsible for managing/directing all culinary activities for the GHC ... product and recipe testing and menu development. * Creates and submits menu two weeks ahead to the ...
Seattle, WA · On-site
$81K - $112K/yr
The Executive Chef is responsible for managing/directing all culinary activities for the GHC ... product and recipe testing and menu development. * Creates and submits menu two weeks ahead to the ...
Seattle, WA · On-site
$33 - $35/hr
The Executive Chef is responsible for managing/directing for all culinary activities for the GHC ... product and recipe testing and menu development. * Creates and submits menu two weeks ahead to the ...
Seattle, WA · On-site
$33 - $35/hr
The Executive Chef is responsible for managing/directing for all culinary activities for the GHC ... product and recipe testing and menu development. * Creates and submits menu two weeks ahead to the ...
Seattle, WA · On-site
$80K - $110K/yr
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Our operations span food trucks, catering, and production kitchens, all driven by our mission: to ... Lead menu R&D, incorporating customer feedback and food trends. * Standardize recipes to ensure ...
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Seattle, WA · On-site
$80K - $110K/yr
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Our operations span food trucks, catering, and production kitchens, all driven by our mission: to ... Lead menu R&D, incorporating customer feedback and food trends. * Standardize recipes to ensure ...
$81K - $112K/yr
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Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ... Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as ...
$81K - $112K/yr
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Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ... Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as ...
Seattle, WA · On-site
$81K - $112K/yr
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Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ... Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as ...
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Seattle, WA · On-site
$81K - $112K/yr
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Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ... Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as ...
Seattle, WA · On-site
$81K - $112K/yr
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Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ... Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as ...
Seattle, WA · On-site
$81K - $112K/yr
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Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ... Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as ...
Seattle, WA · On-site
$81K - $112K/yr
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Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ... Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as ...
Seattle, WA · On-site
$81K - $112K/yr
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Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ... Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as ...
Seattle, WA · On-site
$95K - $105K/yr
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Order all required product to maintain sufficient inventory * Manage the flow between breakfast ... Menu engineering and menu development skills * Must be hands on and be able to lead by example.
Seattle, WA · On-site
$95K - $105K/yr
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Order all required product to maintain sufficient inventory * Manage the flow between breakfast ... Menu engineering and menu development skills * Must be hands on and be able to lead by example.
Seattle, WA · On-site
$95K - $102K/yr
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... team development. Working closely with the Executive Chef, the CDC will lead the day-to-day ... Lead daily culinary production and kitchen operations under the direction of the Executive Chef.
Seattle, WA · On-site
$95K - $102K/yr
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... team development. Working closely with the Executive Chef, the CDC will lead the day-to-day ... Lead daily culinary production and kitchen operations under the direction of the Executive Chef.
Seattle, WA · On-site
$75K - $92K/yr
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... leadership development program Dining discounts State Benefits Overview Position Summary ... productive, and compliant work environment. The Executive Chef is solely responsible for the ...
Seattle, WA · On-site
$75K - $92K/yr
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... leadership development program Dining discounts State Benefits Overview Position Summary ... productive, and compliant work environment. The Executive Chef is solely responsible for the ...
Seattle, WA · On-site
$95K - $102K/yr
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... team development. Working closely with the Executive Chef, the CDC will lead the day-to-day ... Lead daily culinary production and kitchen operations under the direction of the Executive Chef.
Seattle, WA · On-site
$95K - $102K/yr
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... team development. Working closely with the Executive Chef, the CDC will lead the day-to-day ... Lead daily culinary production and kitchen operations under the direction of the Executive Chef.
Seattle, WA · On-site
$95K - $102K/yr
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... team development. Working closely with the Executive Chef, the CDC will lead the day-to-day ... Lead daily culinary production and kitchen operations under the direction of the Executive Chef.
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Seattle, WA · On-site
$95K - $102K/yr
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... team development. Working closely with the Executive Chef, the CDC will lead the day-to-day ... Lead daily culinary production and kitchen operations under the direction of the Executive Chef.
Seattle, WA · On-site
$95K - $102K/yr
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... team development. Working closely with the Executive Chef, the CDC will lead the day-to-day ... Lead daily culinary production and kitchen operations under the direction of the Executive Chef.
Seattle, WA · On-site
$95K - $102K/yr
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... team development. Working closely with the Executive Chef, the CDC will lead the day-to-day ... Lead daily culinary production and kitchen operations under the direction of the Executive Chef.
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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.
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.
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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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.
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