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KETTLE CUISINE LLC

Culinary R&D Specialist

Lynn, MA · On-site

$36K - $48K/yr

JOB SUMMARY The Culinary R&D Specialist plays a crucial role in supporting research and development chefs in creating innovative products. Responsibilities include maintaining a clean and organized ...

Massgeneralbrigham

Sous Chef

Newton, MA · On-site

$32.47 - $47.23/hr

As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving ... development of new/revised recipes. -Assists in the ordering, receiving and check in of all ...

Kaia

Line Cook

Boston, MA

$17 - $21.50/hr

Creative input and R&D involvement * Work alongside chefs with fine dining backgrounds We are looking for cooks who want to be part of a team that takes food seriously while treating people with ...

Kaia

Line Cook

Boston, MA · On-site

$20 - $28/hr

Creative input and R&D involvement * Work alongside chefs with fine dining backgrounds We are looking for cooks who want to be part of a team that takes food seriously while treating people with ...

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How much do research development chef jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for research development chef in Boston, MA is $110,589.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,200.00 and $126,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Research Development Chef position, and why are they important?

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 typical daily responsibilities of a Research Development Chef?

As a Research Development Chef, your day often involves creating and testing new recipes, refining existing products, and collaborating with food scientists and marketing teams on product concepts. You'll also conduct sensory evaluations, oversee kitchen trials, and ensure that all recipes meet quality, safety, and cost parameters. Working closely with other chefs, suppliers, and sometimes clients, you help bring innovative food ideas from the test kitchen to commercial production. The role is dynamic and hands-on, blending creative culinary work with research and project management tasks.

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.

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Culinary R&D Specialist

Culinary R&D Specialist

KETTLE CUISINE LLC

Lynn, MA • On-site

$36K - $48K/yr

Other

Posted 23 days ago

Kettle Cuisine rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

154th of 432 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Culinary R&D Specialist plays a crucial role in supporting research and development chefs in creating innovative products. Responsibilities include maintaining a clean and organized Culinary Center, ensuring development workstations are equipped with necessary tools and materials, preparing R&D samples for shipment, and providing culinary support by preparing and cooking customer samples. Additionally, this role serves as an ambassador for "Honoring Food".

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Execute sample recipes from start to finish with minimal supervision.
  • Assist with special functions within the scope of R&D, whether on-site or off-site.
  • Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of the Culinary Center, including kitchen, pantry, cooler, and freezer spaces.
  • Ensure optimal stock levels of ingredients through proper rotation, labeling, and storage.
  • Requisition and record the usage of raw materials and ingredients as required.
  • Set up kitchen equipment each morning, gather recipes, and procure necessary raw materials.
  • Supply the culinary team with clean and sanitized equipment and raw materials throughout the day.
  • Assist with cooking and/or batching recipes under supervision.
  • Manage inventory and record-keeping for all development samples.
  • Package, label, and ship development samples as needed.
  • Coordinate product orders and arrange soup tastings for clients.
  • Provide assistance to chefs during internal taste panels and customer visits as necessary.

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY

  • Work under close supervision with limited decision-making authority.
  • Indirectly interact with customers on matters of minor impact on revenue.
  • Make indirect contributions to revenue-generating efforts at a moderate level.
  • Decisions or actions have a limited impact on the business, typically within the department.
  • Errors are typically detected through routine verification/review but may result in some workflow disruption or repetition of work.
  • Not responsible for influencing the decisions or actions of others.

**This role is pivotal in supporting culinary innovation and maintaining high standards within the organization's research and development processes.

SKILLS REQUIRED

  • Associate's degree, or equivalent experience required
  • Requires one - three years of experience
  • On-the-job training of 3-6 months.
  • Must be proficient with MS Office programs, specifically Excel and Outlook.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Assistant Product Developer encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demands/Efforts

  • Work requires occasional physical exertion including some lifting of objects weighing up to 40 pounds
  • Willing and able to stand for long periods of time

Mental & Visual Demands

  • Work performed by this position requires moderate mental concentration to effectively execute moderately complex tasks.
  • Work requires continuous visual effort for extended periods of time.

Work Environment and Hazards

  • Employee works in a manufacturing setting with frequent exposure to heat/cold, dust, or other factors that may require protective equiptment and still pose a hazard.
  • This position has regular exposure to hazards that could result in significate injury and lengthy loss of time at work.
  • Travel is not required for this position.

Additional skills

  • Passion for food
  • Culinary training; i.e. cooking techniques / knife work / sanitation / HACCP / ingredient knowledge
  • ServSafe certification a plus
  • Ability to adapt and multi-task via a dynamic work environment with a positive attitude
  • Collaborative
  • Customer- Centric
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Keen attention to detail

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