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Midwest Foods

Culinary Operations Specialist

Kenosha, WI · On-site

$22 - $24/hr

You will be the bridge between culinary creativity and manufacturing reality, ensuring every new product meets our rigorous standards for quality, taste, and safety. - R&D Testing: Assist in recipe ...

THE BARTOLOTTA RESTAURANTS

Executive Sous Chef

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$64K - $81K/yr

Contributes to menu and recipe development. * On-going menu engineering and monitoring menu content for effectiveness. * Develop recipe costing for menu items and costing out food specials. * Ensure ...

The Bartolotta Restaurants

Executive Sous Chef

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$64K - $81K/yr

Contributes to menu and recipe development. * On-going menu engineering and monitoring menu content for effectiveness. * Develop recipe costing for menu items and costing out food specials. * Ensure ...

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How much do recipe development jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for recipe development in Wisconsin is $53,917.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,900.00 and $60,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is recipe development?

Recipe development is the process of creating, testing, and refining recipes to achieve desired flavors, textures, and presentation. This involves experimenting with ingredients, cooking methods, and measurements to ensure the final dish is both delicious and reliable. Professionals in recipe development often work for food brands, magazines, or restaurants, ensuring recipes are innovative, accurate, and easy for others to follow. The process may also include considering dietary restrictions, nutrition, and food trends.

What are the qualifications to get a recipe development job?

The qualifications to get a recipe development job depend greatly on your career path. If you start in the restaurant or fine dining industry, you may get a book deal to write about your restaurant’s food or ingredients. This requires years of patience and success as a cook. Others study food science or nutrition in college or at a culinary institute. Other recipe developers may have no formal background in food or food science, but they combine their passion for cooking with their writing skills and develop recipes for their audience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in recipe development, and why are they important?

To thrive in Recipe Development, you need a strong culinary background, creativity in food pairing, and a solid understanding of nutrition and food science, often supported by a culinary degree or relevant experience. Familiarity with recipe management software, food costing tools, and kitchen equipment is typically required. Attention to detail, adaptability, and excellent communication skills help you refine recipes and collaborate with chefs, clients, or brands. These skills ensure the creation of innovative, reliable, and appealing recipes that meet both culinary standards and consumer expectations.

What are some common challenges faced in a recipe development role, and how can they be managed?

One of the main challenges in recipe development is balancing creativity with practicality, as recipes must be both innovative and reproducible by home cooks or commercial kitchens. Developers often need to test multiple iterations to ensure consistency, flavor, and clarity in instructions. Managing feedback from taste testers, nutritionists, and editorial teams is also key, requiring strong communication and flexibility. Staying organized and documenting each version meticulously helps streamline the process and minimize errors.

How do you become a recipe developer?

To become a recipe developer, individuals typically gain culinary skills through formal education or hands-on experience in kitchens, and develop a strong understanding of food science and flavor pairing. Building a portfolio of tested recipes and proficiency with food styling and photography can also help establish credibility in the field.
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Infographic showing various Recipe Development job openings in Wisconsin as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,917 per year, or $25.9 per hour.

Lead Production Brewer

Green Bay, WI • On-site

Badger State Brewing Company
Food Services and Drinking Places • 11 - 50 employees
Learn more about Badger State Brewing Companyexternal

$18.25 - $25/hr

Other

Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Get to Know Us

Badger State Brewing was built in Wisconsin with a simple belief: when you take pride in where you’re from, the work feels better. Founded in 2013 by Green Bay residents Andrew Fabry and Sam Yanda, what started as a local brewery has grown into a craft beverage company rooted in community, creativity, and doing things the right way.

We believe great beer and beverages (and great workplaces) come from people who care deeply about their craft, their teammates, and the communities they serve. That means showing up curious, pushing for better ideas, and respecting different perspectives— an experience that makes us stronger.

We’re not interested in standing still. Whether we’re innovating in the brewhouse, launching new beverages like cider and seltzer, or finding smarter, more sustainable ways to operate, we’re always building toward what’s next—without losing sight of where we came from.

We’re here to invest in our people and in our surroundings. If you take pride in your work, value teamwork over ego, and want to help shape a brand that represents Wisconsin with purpose and authenticity, you’ll feel at home here.

Get to Know The Role

Key Responsibilities:

  • Team Leadership & Mentorship: Manage, train, and inspire brewing staff across both locations. Foster a culture of safety, cleanliness, continuous learning, and shared accountability.
  • Operations & Scheduling: Coordinate and manage the brewing, cellaring, and packaging schedules for both facilities to optimize capacity, prevent bottlenecks, and fulfill wholesale and taproom demands.
  • Recipe Development & Innovation: Maintain strict consistency for established flagships while also spearheading an inventive R&D pipeline on the 15bbl system.
  • Quality Assurance & Control: Establish, implement, and maintain rigorous QA/QC protocols (yeast management, sensory analysis, shelf-life testing, SOP adherence) to ensure every drop of beer meets absolute gold standards.
  • Inventory & Procurement: Oversee raw materials tracking, hop contracts, chemical inventory using brewery management software.
  • Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Oversee preventative maintenance programs for all brewhouse equipment, cellars, boilers, glycol systems, and occasional packaging line.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years of professional brewing experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or lead brewer role within a production environment.
  • Formal brewing education (Siebel, UC Davis, IBD, etc.) is highly preferred but equivalent practical experience will be heavily valued and taken into consideration.
  • Proven experience operating and troubleshooting both mid-sized semi-automated production systems (30bbl+) and smaller manual/semi-automated pilot systems.
  • Deep understanding of brewing chemistry, microbiology, sensory evaluation, and recipe development.
  • Proficiency in brewery management software (e.g., Ekos).
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to seamlessly manage logistics across split geographic locations.
  • Valid driver’s license and willingness to attend occasional events and activations.
  • Ability to lift up to 55 lbs repeatedly and maneuver 165 lb kegs safely.
  • Passion for beer, craft beverages, and the social nature of communal imbibing.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Pay: Base salary commensurate with experience, plus incentive-based bonus potential.

Retirement: 401k with Safe Harbor matching contributions.

Paid Time Off: Up to 21 days PTO with tenure, paid sick leave, and 14 paid holidays annually.

Paid Leave: Enhanced paid parental leave.

Staff Discounts: 25% off beer and 40% off merchandise—we want you to rep the brand with pride and keep your fridge stocked.

Travel & Perks: Mileage and expense reimbursement, beer destination trips, and milestone-based sabbaticals.

Shift Beverages: A good day’s work deserves a good beer (or beverage).

There is opportunity for a tenured Brewer to receive potential equity as part of long‑term compensation.

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