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Zippy's

Research and Development Chef

Waipahu, HI · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

The Research and Development Chef is responsible for developing innovative food products, improving ... seasonal opportunities, and market trends. * Improve existing formulas for taste, texture ...

Del Taco, LLC

R&D Chef

Lake Forest, CA · On-site

$89K - $110K/yr

JOB TITLE: R&D Chef FLSA STATUS: Exempt DEPARTMENT: Research and Development REPORTS TO: Director ... Identify and present opportunities to optimize Core Menu products, procedures or workflow. * Liaise ...

Aquent

Product Development Coordinator

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$30.59 - $33.99/hr

Create and maintain essential seasonal product development materials, including composite sheets, classification charts, and related documentation. * Coordinate weekly product updates, ensuring ...

Del Taco

R&D Chef

Lake Forest, CA · On-site

$89K - $110K/yr

JOB TITLE: R&D Chef FLSA STATUS: Exempt DEPARTMENT: Research and Development REPORTS TO: Director ... Identify and present opportunities to optimize Core Menu products, procedures or workflow. * Liaise ...

KAGOME, Inc.

Business Development Chef

San Carlos, CA · On-site

$77K - $127K/yr

The Business Development Chef provides culinary leadership, engages Kagome's strategic customers in ... Production Control, Production, Costing, QC, QC_Shared, R & D Shared. Software: Office 365, VPN ...

Kagome Inc.

Business Development Chef

San Carlos, CA · On-site

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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for seasonal product development chef in the United States is $126,987.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $114,500.00 and $143,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Seasonal Product Development Chef vs Pastry Chef?

AspectSeasonal Product Development ChefPastry Chef
CredentialsCulinary degree, experience in product developmentCulinary degree, pastry specialization
Work EnvironmentFood manufacturing, product testing, seasonal menusBakery, restaurant, pastry shop
Employer & IndustryFood companies, seasonal product linesRestaurants, bakeries, hotels

The Seasonal Product Development Chef focuses on creating new seasonal food products for companies, often working in food manufacturing environments. In contrast, a Pastry Chef specializes in baking and pastry arts within restaurants or bakeries. While both roles require culinary skills and creativity, the Seasonal Product Development Chef emphasizes product innovation for seasonal offerings, whereas the Pastry Chef concentrates on pastry preparation and presentation.

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Research and Development Chef

Zippy's

Waipahu, HI • On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Description


POSITION TITLE: Research and Development Chef

REPORTS TO: Food Solutions General Manager

STATUS: Exempt

DATE: July 2026

LOCATION: Food Solutions



POSITION SUMMARY: 

The Research and Development Chef is responsible for developing innovative food products, improving existing recipes, and translating culinary concepts into scalable, consistent, and commercially viable products. This role combines culinary creativity, production practicality, sensory evaluation, cost awareness, and strong documentation to support new product development, customer needs, operational efficiency, and brand standards.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

  • Develop, test, and refine new recipes, product concepts, ingredients, fillings, toppings, sauces, baked goods, prepared foods, and menu items based on business needs, customer requests, seasonal opportunities, and market trends.
  • Improve existing formulas for taste, texture, appearance, yield, shelf life, cost, production efficiency, consistency, and customer satisfaction.
  • Conduct benchtop trials, production tests, taste panels, and product evaluations; document results, adjustments, costing notes, sensory feedback, and final recommendations.
  • Translate culinary concepts into standardized formulas, procedures, specifications, and production-ready instructions that can be consistently executed at scale.
  • Partner with Production, Purchasing, Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Leadership to support product development, commercialization, customer tastings, and launch readiness.
  • Evaluate ingredients, substitutes, and processing methods to support product quality.
  • Support product rollouts by preparing samples, presenting product concepts, troubleshooting development or production challenges, and training production team members on new recipes and preparation standards.


QUALIFICATIONS: 

Scheduling: 

  • Must be available to start work as early as 5am and stay until work is complete. Typical schedule is Monday-Friday but must be available on weekends and holidays as needed 
  •  No less than 45 hours per week. 

Physical Ability: 

  •  Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, 
  •  Standing for extended periods

Mental Ability: 

  •  Good decision-making skills (uses independent judgment) 
  •  Teaching / Coaching skills (able to provide guidance, support, and nurturing) 
  •  Planning / Organizational skills 
  •  Evaluation skills 

Pre-Employment Requirements: 

  •  Must pass pre-employment physical, TB or Mantoux test, and drug screening. 

Environmental Conditions: 

  •  Air Conditioned office environment 
  •  Occasional time spent in the Commissary production areas 

Education: 

  •  High School diploma or GED 

Experience: 

  •  One year in a supervisory position (preferred) 
  •  Knowledge and experience with basic computer skills
  •  Prior experience in a manufacturing environment (preferred)

Desired Skills: 

  •  Excellent interpersonal skills 
  •  Excellent communication skills oral and written 
  •  Active listening skills 
  •  Self - development skills (desire and ability to learn) 
  •  Positive attitude and willingness to change 
  •  Knowledge and experience in various cooking methods and equipment

Desired Attributes: 

  •  Demonstrates the company's Core Values of "Commitment, Humble, Integrity, Passionate, Supportive". 
  •  Self-motivated 
  •  Action-oriented (exercising initiative to follow-up and follow through) 
  •  High level of accuracy 
  •  Detail oriented (must be very accurate) 
  •  Ability to work under minimal supervision 
  •  Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. 
  •  Team player 

Disclaimer: 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.


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