San Francisco, CA · On-site
$145K - $155K/yr
Luxury Hospitality Group seeks a Corporate Chef to lead standards, openings, R&D, training, cost control, and operational support. Qualifications: * Senior culinary leadership experience in 2-3 ...
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San Francisco, CA · On-site
$145K - $155K/yr
Luxury Hospitality Group seeks a Corporate Chef to lead standards, openings, R&D, training, cost control, and operational support. Qualifications: * Senior culinary leadership experience in 2-3 ...
Danville, CA · On-site
$100K/yr
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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Danville, CA · On-site
$100K/yr
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
$20 - $22/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
$20 - $22/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
$20 - $22/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
$20 - $22/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
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
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
$20 - $22/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
$20 - $22/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
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
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 Francisco, CA · On-site
$65K/yr
... Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. Our cuisine is rooted in Northern California ingredients ... Menu development and seasonal R&D * Maintaining and running a station through service Previous ...
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San Francisco, CA · On-site
$65K/yr
... Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. Our cuisine is rooted in Northern California ingredients ... Menu development and seasonal R&D * Maintaining and running a station through service Previous ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$60K - $65K/yr
... Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. Our cuisine is rooted in Northern California ingredients ... Menu development and seasonal R&D * Maintaining and running a station through service Previous ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$60K - $65K/yr
... Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. Our cuisine is rooted in Northern California ingredients ... Menu development and seasonal R&D * Maintaining and running a station through service Previous ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$60K - $65K/yr
... Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. Our cuisine is rooted in Northern California ingredients ... Menu development and seasonal R&D * Maintaining and running a station through service Previous ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$60K - $65K/yr
... Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. Our cuisine is rooted in Northern California ingredients ... Menu development and seasonal R&D * Maintaining and running a station through service Previous ...
Fremont, CA · On-site
$180K - $250K/yr
The position requires close collaboration with R&D and product design teams, manufacturing ... At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ...
Fremont, CA · On-site
$180K - $250K/yr
The position requires close collaboration with R&D and product design teams, manufacturing ... At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ...
San Rafael, CA · On-site
$74K - $101K/yr
NOW HIRING • MARIN COUNTY, CA | Chef de Cuisine Excelsior Pub | Hidden Splendor Fine Beer Co ... A defined creative role with genuine influence -- developing specials and collaborating on R&D ...
San Rafael, CA · On-site
$74K - $101K/yr
NOW HIRING • MARIN COUNTY, CA | Chef de Cuisine Excelsior Pub | Hidden Splendor Fine Beer Co ... A defined creative role with genuine influence -- developing specials and collaborating on R&D ...
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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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San Francisco, CA • On-site
$145K - $155K/yr
Full-time
Retirement, PTO
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51 - 200 Employees
New York, NY, US
2013
