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Research Development Chef Jobs in Kansas (NOW HIRING)

Sous Chef

Leoti, KS · On-site

$43K - $58K/yr

Responsible for team development by interviewing and hiring back of house team members to maintain ... research through the sale of its freshly squeezed lemonade. Firebirds has received numerous ...

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Sous Chef

Wichita, KS · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

Responsible for team development by interviewing and hiring back of house team members to maintain ... research through the sale of its freshly squeezed lemonade. Firebirds has received numerous ...

Sous Chef

Lawrence, KS · On-site

$44K - $59K/yr

Reevaluate positions and work with Food and Beverage Director to make changes wherever necessary. * Assist the Executive Chef in the research and development of annual budgets related to your ...

Sous Chef

Lawrence, KS · On-site

$44K - $59K/yr

Reevaluate positions and work with Food and Beverage Director to make changes wherever necessary. * Assist the Executive Chef in the research and development of annual budgets related to your ...

Sous Chef

Lawrence, KS · On-site

$45K - $55K/yr

Reevaluate positions and work with Food and Beverage Director to make changes wherever necessary. * Assist the Executive Chef in the research and development of annual budgets related to your ...

Sous Chef

Lawrence, KS · On-site

$45K - $55K/yr

Reevaluate positions and work with Food and Beverage Director to make changes wherever necessary. * Assist the Executive Chef in the research and development of annual budgets related to your ...

Tax Analyst

Wichita, KS · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

... Koch companies to understand business transactions and their tax implications * Research tax issues ... Participate in training and development opportunities to build technical tax, business, and ...

Your Job Koch-Glitsch is currently hiring for an R&D Pilot Plant Technician. In this role, you will operate pilot-scale process equipment and work side-by-side with technicians and engineers to ...

Research, identify and resolve escalated end-user issues, system discrepancies, and partners with ... At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ...

Sales Consultant - Salina, KS

Salina, KS · On-site

$56K - $100K/yr

... or Chef looking for career development opportunities? Join Sysco's World Class Sales Team and ... Research customer business needs and develops a mix of products and service to meet needs.

Sales Consultant - Olathe, KS

Olathe, KS · On-site

$60K - $100K/yr

... or Chef looking for career development opportunities? Join Sysco's World Class Sales Team and ... Research customer business needs and develops a mix of products and service to meet needs.

... research partners, ensuring highquality deliverables and efficient use of budget. Qualifications * Experience & Expertise * 4 to 7+ years of consumer insights, focusing on menu/product development ...

... or Chef looking for career development opportunities? Join Sysco's World Class Sales Team and ... Research customer business needs and develops a mix of products and service to meet needs.

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$43.3K

$90.8K

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How much do research development chef jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for research development chef in Kansas is $90,785.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,100.00 and $103,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a research development chef do?

A Research Development Chef is responsible for creating, testing, and refining new food products, recipes, and menu items, often for restaurants, food manufacturers, or retail brands. They blend culinary creativity with food science and market trends to develop innovative and scalable food concepts. Their role involves experimenting with ingredients, improving flavors, ensuring product consistency, and considering factors like cost, nutrition, and production feasibility.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a research development chef?

To thrive as a Research Development Chef, you need comprehensive culinary expertise, a deep understanding of food science, and often a degree in culinary arts or food technology. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, recipe management software, and food safety certifications like ServSafe is highly valuable. Creativity, problem-solving skills, and strong collaboration abilities help you excel when designing innovative recipes and working with cross-functional teams. These skills ensure you can successfully develop new food products that meet both culinary standards and market demands.

What are the most commonly searched types of Research Development Chef jobs in Kansas?

The most popular types of Research Development Chef jobs in Kansas are:

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Infographic showing various Research Development Chef job openings in Kansas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 89% In-person, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,785 per year, or $43.6 per hour.

Pilot Plant Operator

Koch Industries

Wichita, KS • On-site

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago


Koch Industries rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

137th of 547 rated manufacturers


Job description

Location(s)
Wichita, Kansas
Company
Koch-Glitsch
Career Field
Research & Development/Sciences
Job Number
191171

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