San Francisco, CA · On-site
$18.07 - $23/hr
Create menus according to season and customer research * Set up the kitchen with necessary tools ... Previous experience as a chef or cook * Certification from culinary school preferred * ServeSafe or ...
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San Francisco, CA · On-site
$18.07 - $23/hr
Create menus according to season and customer research * Set up the kitchen with necessary tools ... Previous experience as a chef or cook * Certification from culinary school preferred * ServeSafe or ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$18.07 - $23/hr
Create menus according to season and customer research * Set up the kitchen with necessary tools ... Previous experience as a chef or cook * Certification from culinary school preferred * ServeSafe or ...
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San Francisco, CA · On-site
$18.07 - $23/hr
Create menus according to season and customer research * Set up the kitchen with necessary tools ... Previous experience as a chef or cook * Certification from culinary school preferred * ServeSafe or ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$18.07 - $23/hr
Create menus according to season and customer research * Set up the kitchen with necessary tools ... Previous experience as a chef or cook * Certification from culinary school preferred * ServeSafe or ...
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San Francisco, CA · On-site
$18.07 - $23/hr
Create menus according to season and customer research * Set up the kitchen with necessary tools ... Previous experience as a chef or cook * Certification from culinary school preferred * ServeSafe or ...
We're seeking an exceptionally creative, technically gifted, and passionate Research & Development Chef to join the leadership team of an acclaimed Michelin-starred restaurant. This is a rare ...
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We're seeking an exceptionally creative, technically gifted, and passionate Research & Development Chef to join the leadership team of an acclaimed Michelin-starred restaurant. This is a rare ...
Livermore, CA · On-site
$19 - $25/hr
Create menus according to season and customer research * Set up the kitchen with necessary tools ... Previous experience as a chef or cook * Certification from culinary school preferred * ServeSafe or ...
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Livermore, CA · On-site
$19 - $25/hr
Create menus according to season and customer research * Set up the kitchen with necessary tools ... Previous experience as a chef or cook * Certification from culinary school preferred * ServeSafe or ...
Bakersfield, CA · On-site
$18 - $20/hr
Create menus according to season and customer research * Set up the kitchen with necessary tools ... Previous experience as a chef or cook * ServeSafe or Food Handler's Certification * Advanced ...
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Bakersfield, CA · On-site
$18 - $20/hr
Create menus according to season and customer research * Set up the kitchen with necessary tools ... Previous experience as a chef or cook * ServeSafe or Food Handler's Certification * Advanced ...
$74K - $102K/yr
The Chef De Cuisine will also drive menu research and development for all food outlets, ensure menu development timelines are met, direct and manage all Back of House (BOH) staff to achieve ...
$74K - $102K/yr
The Chef De Cuisine will also drive menu research and development for all food outlets, ensure menu development timelines are met, direct and manage all Back of House (BOH) staff to achieve ...
San Pablo, CA · On-site
$85K/yr
The Chef De Cuisine will also drive menu research and development for all food outlets, ensure menu development timelines are met, direct and manage all BOH staff to achieve executions expectations.
San Pablo, CA · On-site
$85K/yr
The Chef De Cuisine will also drive menu research and development for all food outlets, ensure menu development timelines are met, direct and manage all BOH staff to achieve executions expectations.
San Pablo, CA · On-site
$85K/yr
The Chef De Cuisine will also drive menu research and development for all food outlets, ensure menu development timelines are met, direct and manage all BOH staff to achieve executions expectations.
San Pablo, CA · On-site
$85K/yr
The Chef De Cuisine will also drive menu research and development for all food outlets, ensure menu development timelines are met, direct and manage all BOH staff to achieve executions expectations.
San Pablo, CA · On-site
$74K - $102K/yr
The Chef De Cuisine will also drive menu research and development for all food outlets, ensure menu development timelines are met, direct and manage all Back of House (BOH) staff to achieve ...
San Pablo, CA · On-site
$74K - $102K/yr
The Chef De Cuisine will also drive menu research and development for all food outlets, ensure menu development timelines are met, direct and manage all Back of House (BOH) staff to achieve ...
Novato, CA · On-site
$83K - $115K/yr
Executive Chef - Detox & Residential SUD Facility (6 Beds) Location: Novato, CA Employment Type ... Research and implement new culinary trends where appropriate Qualifications Strong working ...
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Novato, CA · On-site
$83K - $115K/yr
Executive Chef - Detox & Residential SUD Facility (6 Beds) Location: Novato, CA Employment Type ... Research and implement new culinary trends where appropriate Qualifications Strong working ...
$67K - $86K/yr
... Research and incorporate contemporary Korean food trends while honoring traditional techniques. • Collaborate with location chefs on specials, promotional offerings, and limited-time menus.
$67K - $86K/yr
... Research and incorporate contemporary Korean food trends while honoring traditional techniques. • Collaborate with location chefs on specials, promotional offerings, and limited-time menus.
$70K - $80K/yr
Research and incorporate contemporary Korean food trends while honoring traditional techniques. * Collaborate with location chefs on specials, promotional offerings, and limited-time menus.
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$70K - $80K/yr
Research and incorporate contemporary Korean food trends while honoring traditional techniques. * Collaborate with location chefs on specials, promotional offerings, and limited-time menus.
Healdsburg, CA · On-site
$90K - $100K/yr
Partner with the Head Chef of Special Projects and the Chef de Cuisine on R&D and menu development for events * Collaborate with the Events Management team on menu offerings and provide thoughtful ...
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Healdsburg, CA · On-site
$90K - $100K/yr
Partner with the Head Chef of Special Projects and the Chef de Cuisine on R&D and menu development for events * Collaborate with the Events Management team on menu offerings and provide thoughtful ...
$24/hr
Please do your research on the My Father's Barbeque and Chef Shalamar before applying. This is a job with a purpose: to serve great food, give great service and service our community. Kitchen Chef ...
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$24/hr
Please do your research on the My Father's Barbeque and Chef Shalamar before applying. This is a job with a purpose: to serve great food, give great service and service our community. Kitchen Chef ...
Beverly Hills, CA · On-site
$57K - $77K/yr
The Sous Chef serves as a leader, mentor, and role model within the kitchen, ensuring that every ... Support menu research and development initiatives. * Contribute ideas that elevate the culinary ...
Beverly Hills, CA · On-site
$57K - $77K/yr
The Sous Chef serves as a leader, mentor, and role model within the kitchen, ensuring that every ... Support menu research and development initiatives. * Contribute ideas that elevate the culinary ...
Beverly Hills, CA · On-site
$57K - $77K/yr
The Sous Chef serves as a leader, mentor, and role model within the kitchen, ensuring that every ... Support menu research and development initiatives. * Contribute ideas that elevate the culinary ...
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Beverly Hills, CA · On-site
$57K - $77K/yr
The Sous Chef serves as a leader, mentor, and role model within the kitchen, ensuring that every ... Support menu research and development initiatives. * Contribute ideas that elevate the culinary ...
Beverly Hills, CA · On-site
$57K - $77K/yr
The Sous Chef serves as a leader, mentor, and role model within the kitchen, ensuring that every ... Support menu research and development initiatives. * Contribute ideas that elevate the culinary ...
Beverly Hills, CA · On-site
$57K - $77K/yr
The Sous Chef serves as a leader, mentor, and role model within the kitchen, ensuring that every ... Support menu research and development initiatives. * Contribute ideas that elevate the culinary ...
$45.4K - $53.2K
24% of jobs
$53.5K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$53.2K - $61K
20% of jobs
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A research chef is a culinary professional who oversees the research and development of new recipes and food products. As a research chef, your responsibilities include assessing current offerings, working with food scientists to brainstorm concepts, and developing new recipes and products. You work in a test kitchen, either alone or with a team, to develop and test new foods for restaurants or food manufacturers. Your job is to be innovative and creative in your quest to meet consumer desires and the manufacturer or restaurants needs.
| Aspect | Research Chef | Food Scientist |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Cooking skills, culinary training, sometimes culinary degrees | Degree in food science, chemistry, or related field |
| Work Environment | Test kitchens, culinary labs, food companies | Laboratories, research facilities, manufacturing plants |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Food manufacturing, product development, culinary innovation | Food production, quality control, research & development |
Research Chefs focus on developing new food products through culinary expertise and practical testing, often working in kitchens and food companies. Food Scientists typically conduct scientific research to improve food safety, quality, and processing, working mainly in labs. Both roles are essential in food innovation but differ in their approach and work environment.
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$18.07 - $23/hr
Full-time
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