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Bell Flavors & Fragrances

Research Chef

Northbrook, IL · On-site

$50K - $100K/yr

Bell Flavors & Fragrances, Inc. is seeking a creative and hands-on Research Chef to join our ... This role supports culinary innovation through concept development, prototype creation, recipe and ...

Bell Flavors & Fragrances

Research Chef

Northbrook, IL · On-site

$50K - $100K/yr

Bell Flavors & Fragrances, Inc. is seeking a creative and hands-on Research Chef to join our ... This role supports culinary innovation through concept development, prototype creation, recipe and ...

Nestle

R&D Development Chef (Pasta, Pizza, Dough)

Solon, OH · On-site

$15.25 - $17.75/hr

Identify, own, and activate a Culinary Excellence/Culinary Education workstream within and across the broader Nestle Chef Network and the R&D community. * Maintain and continue to develop culinary ...

Home Chef

Executive Chef, Production

Lithia Springs, GA

$65K - $90K/yr

This is a temporary position, expected to last approximately 6 months with possibility to covert to ... Attend weekly meetings with R&D chefs in order to give feedback on recipes or ingredient ...

Home Chef

Executive Chef, Production

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$68K - $94K/yr

This is a temporary position, expected to last approximately 6 months with possibility to covert to ... Attend weekly meetings with R&D chefs in order to give feedback on recipes or ingredient ...

Home Chef

Executive Chef, Production

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$68K - $94K/yr

This is a temporary position, expected to last approximately 6 months with possibility to covert to ... Attend weekly meetings with R&D chefs in order to give feedback on recipes or ingredient ...

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How much do temporary research development chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary research development chef in the United States is $26.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $30.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Research Development Chef vs Research and Development Chef?

AspectTemporary Research Development ChefResearch and Development Chef
CredentialsTypically requires culinary certifications, food safety, and sometimes specialized R&D trainingRequires culinary certifications, food science knowledge, and R&D experience
Work EnvironmentTemporary assignments in various kitchens, food companies, or R&D labsPermanent or long-term positions in food companies, R&D departments, or product development teams
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by food manufacturers, catering companies, or culinary labs for short-term projectsEmployed by food brands, restaurants, or research institutions for ongoing product development

The main difference is that a Temporary Research Development Chef works on short-term projects across different settings, while a Research and Development Chef holds a permanent role focused on continuous product innovation within a company.

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Research Chef

Bell Flavors & Fragrances

Northbrook, IL • On-site

$50K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Bell Flavors & Fragrances, Inc. is seeking a creative and hands-on Research Chef to join our Research & Development team in Northbrook, IL. This role supports culinary innovation through concept development, prototype creation, recipe and formula testing, product demonstrations, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate is passionate about food, skilled in culinary execution, and excited to apply food science principles in a product development environment.

Your Key Responsibilities:

  • Research, source, and prepare high-quality food concepts and prototypes for appropriate business channels.
  • Support day-to-day test kitchen operations, including inventory, organization, cleaning materials, and kitchen readiness.
  • Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and R&D to deliver innovative product concepts in a timely and fiscally responsible manner.
  • Write, test, edit, and improve proprietary commercial formulas and home-cook recipes while maintaining formula and recipe integrity.
  • Demonstrate cooking methods, train others on basic culinary skills, and showcase Bell products.
  • Coordinate food products and presentation materials for customer meetings, trade shows, internal events, and product demonstrations.
  • Maintain accurate scientific notebooks, data records, and documentation to support reliable decision-making.
  • Travel up to 20% of the time for customer presentations, trade shows, demonstrations, and related business activities.

 Your Qualifications:

  • Associate degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent restaurant industry experience required.                         
  • Bachelor’s degree in culinary science, Food Science, Culinology, or a related field required.
  • 3–6 years of experience working for a food manufacturer preferred.
  • Minimum of one year of food product development experience in a multi-project environment.
  • Strong professional cooking skills and experience developing manufactured food products from raw ingredients to finished consumer-packaged goods.
  • Basic understanding of food science principles, including preservative systems, gums, starches, emulsifiers, flavors, sweeteners, and basic chemistry.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
  • Strong written, verbal, communication, presentation, interpersonal, and team-building skills.
  • Passion for food, cooking, product innovation, and demonstrating culinary applications.

 Why Join Us?

  • Competitive salary range of $50,000 - $100,000
  • Full-time benefits package
  • Ideal role for a chef who enjoys hands-on development, customer-facing demonstrations, and bringing innovative food concepts to life.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Be part of a supportive and collaborative team
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion

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