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Kitchen Manager

Evans, GA · On-site

You'll be part of everything from Academy classes and catering to recipe testing and filming--no two days are the same. ⏰ Schedule * 25-30 hours per week (Monday-Friday) * 10-12 Saturdays per year ...

Cuisine Boulud - New York

Culinary Assistant

New York, NY · On-site

$28 - $35/hr

Collaborate with chefs during recipe testing and menu development, documenting changes and maintaining organized records. * Ensure all menu items are accurately entered into operational systems and ...

Compass Group

Pastry Sous Chef

Brooklyn, NY

$70K - $80K/yr

This hands-on role includes daily production, menu development, recipe testing, ordering and inventory oversight, and maintaining food, labor, health, and safety standards. The Pastry Sous Chef is ...

Compass Group

Pastry Sous Chef

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

This hands-on role includes daily production, menu development, recipe testing, ordering and inventory oversight, and maintaining food, labor, health, and safety standards. The Pastry Sous Chef is ...

Compass Group

Pastry Sous Chef

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

This hands-on role includes daily production, menu development, recipe testing, ordering and inventory oversight, and maintaining food, labor, health, and safety standards. The Pastry Sous Chef is ...

Union Square Events

Pastry Sous Chef

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

This hands-on role includes daily production, menu development, recipe testing, ordering and inventory oversight, and maintaining food, labor, health, and safety standards. The Pastry Sous Chef is ...

Morrow Hospitality

Sous Chef

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$52K - $65K/yr

Work closely with the Executive Chef on menu engineering, recipe testing, and ingredient sourcing, with a specific focus on Asian cuisine techniques and flavors. * Maintain a clean, organized, and ...

the Huntsman

Executive Sous Chef

Panama City Beach, FL · On-site

$45K - $65K/yr

Maintain recipe, plating, and quality standards. * Assist with menu development, recipe testing, and seasonal features. * Ensure every dish leaving the kitchen reflects Huntsman's standards. Kitchen ...

Gecko Hospitality

Catering Sous Chef

Woburn, MA · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Menu Development Recipe testing, seasonal menu creation, and contributing ideas that keep the program sharp and evolving. What We're Looking For * Proven hot-side experience in catering, hotel ...

Fair Oaks Farms

Bakery Assistant / Donut Maker

Fair Oaks, IN · On-site

$11.50 - $15.25/hr

Skilled in recipe testing and development and tasting to determine quality. * Great work ethic and time management. * Punctuality * Display willingness to learn and apply new skills * Possess ...

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How much do recipe tester jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for recipe tester in the United States is $38.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.39 and $50.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are recipe testers?

Recipe testers are professionals who prepare recipes exactly as written to evaluate their accuracy, clarity, and overall results. Their job is to ensure that recipes are reliable, produce the intended outcome, and can be successfully recreated by home cooks or readers. Recipe testers provide detailed feedback on instructions, ingredient measurements, cooking times, and any potential issues, helping publishers, chefs, and food brands deliver trustworthy recipes. This role is essential in cookbook publishing, food magazines, and websites to maintain high standards of quality and consistency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Recipe Tester, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Recipe Tester, you need a strong culinary background, attention to detail, and the ability to accurately follow and evaluate recipes, often supported by formal culinary training or extensive cooking experience. Familiarity with kitchen equipment, food safety certifications, and proficiency in documenting test results using spreadsheets or recipe management software are common technical requirements. Excellent communication, organizational skills, and a discerning palate help recipe testers clearly convey feedback and work effectively with chefs or editors. These skills ensure reliable, consistent recipe outcomes and contribute to creating accurate, user-friendly recipes for publications or product development.

What are some common challenges recipe testers face when working with new or unproven recipes?

Recipe testers often encounter challenges such as unclear instructions, missing ingredient measurements, or unexpected cooking results. Adjusting for different kitchen equipment or ingredient availability can also be tricky, requiring good problem-solving skills and attention to detail. The role involves thorough documentation and effective communication with recipe developers to ensure feedback leads to more reliable and successful recipes. Collaboration with chefs, editors, and sometimes photographers is common, making teamwork and adaptability important assets in this role.

What is the difference between Recipe Tester vs Food Writer?

AspectRecipe TesterFood Writer
CredentialsCooking skills, food safety knowledgeWriting skills, culinary knowledge beneficial
Work EnvironmentTest kitchens, food labsOffices, freelance or publication settings
Industry UsageFood brands, publishers, recipe developmentMagazines, blogs, media outlets
Search & ComparisonOften compared for culinary accuracy and testing skillsCompared for storytelling and culinary expertise

Recipe Testers focus on testing and refining recipes in a kitchen environment, ensuring accuracy and quality. Food Writers, on the other hand, craft engaging content about food, recipes, and culinary trends. While both roles require food knowledge, Recipe Testers emphasize practical testing, whereas Food Writers focus on storytelling and communication.

What Does a Recipe Tester Do?

As a recipe tester, your duties are to test recipes before food goes into production or before the release of a cookbook or recipe article. You may also help other food scientists, chefs, and writers develop and create new recipes for commercial purposes. Your principal responsibilities are to collect ingredients, measure them according to the instructions in the recipe, and cook them according to the recipe. You make careful notes, time how long the preparation and cooking take, and provide feedback to chefs or other culinary specialists.

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Senior Specialist MES Recipe Author - 1st Shift

Senior Specialist MES Recipe Author - 1st Shift

Viatris

Saint Albans, VT

$55K - $105K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Viatris rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

8th of 74 rated pharmaceutical

Job description

Mylan Technologies, Inc.

Viatris is a global healthcare company uniquely positioned to bridge the traditional divide between generics and brands, combining the best of both to more holistically address healthcare needs globally. With a mission to empower people worldwide to live healthier at every stage of life, we provide access at scale, currently supplying high-quality medicines to approximately 1 billion patients around the world annually and touching all of life's moments, from birth to the end of life, acute conditions to chronic diseases.

We have been included on number of award lists that demonstrate the impact we are making.

Every day, we rise to the challenge to make a difference and here's how the Senior Specialist MES Recipe Author role will make an impact:

Key responsibilities for this role include:

  • Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) of the site MES recipe/workflow process.

  • Create and maintain MES master data.

  • Collaborate with operations, Quality, Engineering, and other departments to support and maintain MES interface with other automated functions (i.e. SAP, LIMS, Historian, etc).

  • Responsible for initiating, revising, and validating MES functions for operations. Initiates/supports all validation documents required for operations.

  • Provide support for MES system functions relating to EBR recipes, workflows, and master data.

  • Develop and/or revise MES related procedures to comply with current GMP's and quality compliance.

  • Support audits and periodic reviews of the system relating to EBR recipes, workflows, and master data per current Viatris policies.

  • Provide and support MES end user training. Assure training is in compliance with all applicable procedures and regulations.

The minimum qualifications for this role are:

  • Minimum of a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and 2-4 years of relevant experience. However, a combination of experience and/or education will be taken into consideration.

  • Must possess excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Ability to read and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to complete documentation associated with their position. Possess initiative and establish good interpersonal relationships. Able to make decisions in line with policies and values of the company. Computer literacy and technical abilities in writing and functional testing is required, including but not limited to the following:

  • Attention to details and interpretation of instructions that appear in electronic records, manufacturing orders, procedures, qualification, and/or validation protocols.

  • Ability to do arithmetic computations associated with the requirements of the position.

Exact compensation may vary based on items such as skills, experience and location. The salary range for this position is: $55,000 - $105,000.

At Viatris, we offer competitive salaries, benefits and an inclusive environment where you can use your experiences, perspectives and skills to help make an impact on the lives of others.

Viatris is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

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