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Crumbl

Research & Development Chef

Provo, UT · On-site

Under the direction of the Director of Research & Development the R&D Chef will execute daily tasks ... Assists testing team and product management team to ensure quality execution of dessert recipes for ...

Crumbl

Research & Development Chef

Provo, UT · On-site

Under the direction of the Director of Research & Development the R&D Chef will execute daily tasks ... Assists testing team and product management team to ensure quality execution of dessert recipes for ...

Crumbl

Research & Development Chef

Provo, UT

Under the direction of the Director of Research & Development the R&D Chef will execute daily tasks ... Assists testing team and product management team to ensure quality execution of dessert recipes for ...

Molex

New Product Development Manager

Conway, AR · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

Molex is seeking an experienced New Product Development Manager to join our Copper Solutions team ... It is a sub-organization of Koch, Inc.. Founded in 1938, the company is headquartered in Lisle, USA ...

Molex

New Product Development Manager

Fremont, CA · On-site

$125K - $157K/yr

Molex is seeking an experienced New Product Development Manager to join our Copper Solutions team ... It is a sub-organization of Koch, Inc.. Founded in 1938, the company is headquartered in Lisle, USA ...

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As of Jun 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for product development chef in the United States is $126,987.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $114,500.00 and $143,000.00 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 in the Product Development Chef position, and why are they important?

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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Research & Development Chef

Research & Development Chef

Crumbl

Provo, UT • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Execute daily tasks to elevate current recipes or develop new dessert concepts as directed by R&D leaders.

  • Document and report all developments, projects, and recipes using appropriate internal communication tools.

  • Assist testing and product management teams to ensure quality execution of dessert recipes for assessment and testing.

Job description

Under the direction of the Director of Research & Development the R&D Chef will execute daily tasks meant to elevate current recipes or bring new concepts to life as well as any projects needed to uphold Crumbl's efforts to produce the best desserts in the World.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Ability to hear the description of a new idea or receive a brief of a concept and can execute the project to create an accurate recipe.
  • Responsible for helping the Director of Research & Development with special projects. Special Projects will require knowledge and execution of both baking cookie and dessert recipes.
  • Execute recipes that adhere to the Crumbl Standards and are based on the priority of the dessert Calendar as directed by R&D leaders.
  • Document and note all developments, projects, and recipes to report to the manager of Research & Development, Director of R&D, and other leaders in appropriate internal communication tools.
  • Assists testing team and product management team to ensure quality execution of dessert recipes for assessment and testing.
  • Ability to simultaneously follow a recipe and be organized with notes on changes.
  • Write new recipes with weight, processes, and insights as recipes are being developed.
  • Cleaning, organization, and maintenance of the Test Kitchen alongside other bakers.
  • Ability to pivot and take constructive criticism.

Qualifications
  • Minimum 2 years experience in a fast-paced, creative, professional culinary setting.
  • A comprehensive understanding of cookies/pastry is required.
  • Formal culinary degree/education is required
  • An understanding of general food science
  • Exemplary decorating skills and attention to detail when it comes to quality standards
  • Utah Food Handlers Permit will be needed and we can help with the process if you don't have a UT permit.
  • Excellent communication skills; written and verbal
  • Highly organized and self-motivated
  • Time management skills
  • Demonstrated ability to create structure and prioritize work
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, results-oriented culture
  • Flexible and adaptable; able to work and thrive in ambiguity
  • Team player

Benefits & Perks
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 15 days PTO/year
- 10 paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Personal phone bill reimbursement
- Gym reimbursement
- Corporate DoorDash® DashPass membership
- Regular company and team activities
- 401k with competitive matching contribution plan
- Excellent opportunities for career growth
- Work in a hyper-growth company
Crumbl was founded in 2017 by Jason McGowan & Sawyer Hemsley in Logan, Utah. It is now the fastest-growing cookie company in the nation with over 1000 locations in the USA and Canada. Crumbl is powered by cutting-edge technology, iconic branding, delicious desserts, and passionate people.
Crumbl HQ and franchisees provide employment for over 26,000 people across the United States, and all of our franchises are owned and operated by independent members of the local community.
Crumbl's 200+ unique cookie flavors rotate weekly and are served in our famous pink box!
Crumbl is an equal opportunity employer. Crumbl provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status or veteran status.
Recruitment Agencies: Crumbl HQ doesn't typically partner with 3rd party recruitment resources. If we require assistance on this search we will contact selected partners directly; we do not accept unsolicited candidate submissions.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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