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Leprino Foods Company

R&D Test Kitchen Cook

Denver, CO · On-site

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A Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Dairy Science, or a related field; or ... Through competitive salaries and bonuses, life, medical/dental/vision coverage, voluntary benefits ...

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Microbiologist

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R&D Test Kitchen Cook

R&D Test Kitchen Cook

Leprino Foods Company

Denver, CO • On-site

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Leprino Foods rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 40 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

44th of 389 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Within our Quality team located in Denver - Leprino is seeking a R&D Test Kitchen Cook to move our organization to even larger levels of cheese and dairy ingredient growth! We take pride in our vision to be "world's best", it is why we work harder, invest more, and continually innovate.
At Leprino, starting compensation for this role typically ranges between $22.94 and $25.80 This position has an annual target bonus of 3.5%.
What You'll Do:
  • Prepare cheese and dairy ingredient samples for product evaluations, research projects, and customer submissions.
  • Organize, conduct, and document product evaluations to support product development and quality initiatives.
  • Coordinate sample requests and maintain accurate records to support testing activities.
  • Build and maintain organized inventories of samples, ingredients, and supplies.
  • Clean and organize the test kitchen, warehouse workspaces, research coolers, and freezers using established organizational standards.
  • Complete daily and weekly sanitation activities to support a clean and efficient work environment.
  • Support plant trials by preparing materials, coordinating sample needs, and assisting project teams.
  • Assist with customer events by preparing products, arranging displays, serving food, and restoring work areas following events.
  • Participate in trade shows and customer-facing activities by sharing product information and supporting demonstrations.
  • Work closely with Product Development, Quality Assurance, Research & Development, Innovation, and Culinary teams to support ongoing projects.
  • Communicate observations, project updates, and potential concerns to the Test Kitchen Manager in a timely manner.
  • Safely operate kitchen and pilot plant equipment, including ovens, shredders, mixers, and related tools.

You Have At Least (Required Qualifications):
  • A Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Dairy Science, or a related field; or equivalent food industry experience.
  • Experience supporting food manufacturing, food science, product development, quality, or food safety activities.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Experience preparing, organizing, documenting, or evaluating food products in a laboratory, test kitchen, pilot plant, or manufacturing environment.
  • An ability to safely operate food preparation, kitchen, or pilot plant equipment.

We Hope You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):
  • A Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, Food Technology, or a closely related field combined with hands-on product development or test kitchen experience.
  • Experience using SAP or a similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.
  • Experience supporting customer product demonstrations, trade shows, product showcases, or food service events.
  • Experience working with dairy products, cheese manufacturing, or ingredient evaluation programs.

At Leprino, we believe in equal employment opportunity and make employment decisions based on each individual's unique talents, experience, skills, and knowledge; we do not discriminate on the basis of any personal characteristics. We know we are better together and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive culture in which all employees can thrive.
Offering You In Return:
A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Leprino could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for the long run is our goal. Through competitive salaries and bonuses, life, medical/dental/vision coverage, voluntary benefits, employee assistance programs, wellness incentives, tuition assistance, vacation, ten paid holidays, sick time, paid parental leave, annual merit increases, as well as the LFC Profit-Sharing & 401(k) plan. Your impact will be noticed and rewarded, as you seek to further our company, our customers, and one another.
Our Story:
Leprino's history dates back to the 1950s, when Jim Leprino first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in the Little Italy neighborhood of Denver. We've grown a bit since then. Today, Leprino is the world's largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the "World's Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company." From a small corner grocery store we have grown to over 5,500 employees throughout the globe. Will you join us on our journey?
Learn more at Leprino.com
Leprino uses Psychemedics for a 90-day hair follicle drug test as a pre-employment screening tool and also participates in E-Verify. Some positions at the Denver corporate office may require Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) based on role and location.

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