Recipe Development Chef
$120K - $180K/yr
... chef with a strong background in recipe development and high-volume ... kitchen operationsSelf-motivated, organized, and capable of managing multiple projects ...
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Recipe Development Chef
$120K - $180K/yr
... chef with a strong background in recipe development and high-volume ... kitchen operationsSelf-motivated, organized, and capable of managing multiple projects ...
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R&D Chef
Chicago, IL · On-site
$95K - $105K/yr
As the R&D Chef at Farmer's Fridge, you will be the creative engine behind our ever-evolving menu ... recipe issues that surface at scale Culinary & Test Kitchen Management * Champion a culture of ...
R&D Chef
Chicago, IL · On-site
$95K - $105K/yr
As the R&D Chef at Farmer's Fridge, you will be the creative engine behind our ever-evolving menu ... recipe issues that surface at scale Culinary & Test Kitchen Management * Champion a culture of ...
R&D Chef
Chicago, IL · On-site
$95K - $105K/yr
As the R&D Chef at Farmer's Fridge, you will be the creative engine behind our ever-evolving menu ... recipe issues that surface at scale Culinary & Test Kitchen Management * Champion a culture of ...
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R&D Chef
Chicago, IL · On-site
$95K - $105K/yr
As the R&D Chef at Farmer's Fridge, you will be the creative engine behind our ever-evolving menu ... recipe issues that surface at scale Culinary & Test Kitchen Management * Champion a culture of ...
Test Kitchen Assistant - Morning
Panama City Beach, FL · On-site
$300 - $500/wk
Support on-time recipe testing and photoshoot schedules, helping the Culinary team meet our ... Have opportunities to work with our chefs and Content team during photo and video shoots for weekly ...
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Test Kitchen Assistant - Morning
Panama City Beach, FL · On-site
$300 - $500/wk
Support on-time recipe testing and photoshoot schedules, helping the Culinary team meet our ... Have opportunities to work with our chefs and Content team during photo and video shoots for weekly ...
Test Kitchen Assistant - Morning
Panama City Beach, FL · On-site
$300 - $500/wk
Support on-time recipe testing and photoshoot schedules, helping the Culinary team meet our ... Have opportunities to work with our chefs and Content team during photo and video shoots for weekly ...
Test Kitchen Assistant - Morning
Panama City Beach, FL · On-site
$300 - $500/wk
Support on-time recipe testing and photoshoot schedules, helping the Culinary team meet our ... Have opportunities to work with our chefs and Content team during photo and video shoots for weekly ...
The Ninja Test Kitchen shapes the product roadmap, development and story creation. The Ninja Test ... Develop preset programs and function recipe requirements * Mentor junior chefs and food scientists ...
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The Ninja Test Kitchen shapes the product roadmap, development and story creation. The Ninja Test ... Develop preset programs and function recipe requirements * Mentor junior chefs and food scientists ...
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R&D Chef's Assistant
Santa Rosa, CA · On-site
$26 - $36/hr
... tests and tastings, and will assist with all other food preparation in the R&D Kitchen as needed ... Execute recipe cooking in kitchen during scale-up. * Maintain R&D samples in holding freezer ...
R&D Chef's Assistant
Santa Rosa, CA · On-site
$26 - $36/hr
... tests and tastings, and will assist with all other food preparation in the R&D Kitchen as needed ... Execute recipe cooking in kitchen during scale-up. * Maintain R&D samples in holding freezer ...
R&D Chef's Assistant
Santa Rosa, CA · On-site
$26 - $36/hr
... tests and tastings, and will assist with all other food preparation in the R&D Kitchen as needed ... Execute recipe cooking in kitchen during scale-up. * Maintain R&D samples in holding freezer ...
R&D Chef's Assistant
Santa Rosa, CA · On-site
$26 - $36/hr
... tests and tastings, and will assist with all other food preparation in the R&D Kitchen as needed ... Execute recipe cooking in kitchen during scale-up. * Maintain R&D samples in holding freezer ...
R&D Chef's Assistant
$26 - $36/hr
... tests and tastings, and will assist with all other food preparation in the R&D Kitchen as needed ... Execute recipe cooking in kitchen during scale-up. * Maintain R&D samples in holding freezer ...
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R&D Chef's Assistant
$26 - $36/hr
... tests and tastings, and will assist with all other food preparation in the R&D Kitchen as needed ... Execute recipe cooking in kitchen during scale-up. * Maintain R&D samples in holding freezer ...
... in recipe development, recipe management, kitchen organization, and nutrition fundamentals ... Chef Tec (or equivalent recipe management software). - Exceptional attention to detail with the ...
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... in recipe development, recipe management, kitchen organization, and nutrition fundamentals ... Chef Tec (or equivalent recipe management software). - Exceptional attention to detail with the ...
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R&D Chef's Assistant
Santa Rosa, CA · On-site
$26 - $36/hr
... tests and tastings, and will assist with all other food preparation in the R&D Kitchen as needed ... Execute recipe cooking in kitchen during scale-up. * Maintain R&D samples in holding freezer ...
R&D Chef's Assistant
Santa Rosa, CA · On-site
$26 - $36/hr
... tests and tastings, and will assist with all other food preparation in the R&D Kitchen as needed ... Execute recipe cooking in kitchen during scale-up. * Maintain R&D samples in holding freezer ...
Ability to simultaneously follow a recipe and be organized with notes on changes. * Write new ... Cleaning, organization, and maintenance of the Test Kitchen alongside other bakers. * Ability to ...
Ability to simultaneously follow a recipe and be organized with notes on changes. * Write new ... Cleaning, organization, and maintenance of the Test Kitchen alongside other bakers. * Ability to ...
Research & Development Chef
Provo, UT · On-site
Ability to simultaneously follow a recipe and be organized with notes on changes. * Write new ... Cleaning, organization, and maintenance of the Test Kitchen alongside other bakers. * Ability to ...
Research & Development Chef
Provo, UT · On-site
Ability to simultaneously follow a recipe and be organized with notes on changes. * Write new ... Cleaning, organization, and maintenance of the Test Kitchen alongside other bakers. * Ability to ...
The Ninja Test Kitchen shapes the product roadmap, development and story creation. The Ninja Test ... Develop preset programs and function recipe requirements * Mentor junior chefs and food scientists ...
New
The Ninja Test Kitchen shapes the product roadmap, development and story creation. The Ninja Test ... Develop preset programs and function recipe requirements * Mentor junior chefs and food scientists ...
New
Ability to simultaneously follow a recipe and be organized with notes on changes. * Write new ... Cleaning, organization, and maintenance of the Test Kitchen alongside other bakers. * Ability to ...
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Ability to simultaneously follow a recipe and be organized with notes on changes. * Write new ... Cleaning, organization, and maintenance of the Test Kitchen alongside other bakers. * Ability to ...
Assemble ingredients and materials for scheduled product development trials. * Prepare samples for ... weekends) as business needs arise. * Team collaboration * Commitment to food safety and quality ...
Assemble ingredients and materials for scheduled product development trials. * Prepare samples for ... weekends) as business needs arise. * Team collaboration * Commitment to food safety and quality ...
Test Kitchen Manager
Irving, TX · On-site
Assemble ingredients and materials for scheduled product development trials. * Prepare samples for ... weekends) as business needs arise. * Team collaboration * Commitment to food safety and quality ...
Test Kitchen Manager
Irving, TX · On-site
Assemble ingredients and materials for scheduled product development trials. * Prepare samples for ... weekends) as business needs arise. * Team collaboration * Commitment to food safety and quality ...
Chef Assistant
Olmsted Township, OH · On-site
Duties & Responsibilities: * Assist the Culinary team with testing existing, new and in-development ... Ensure the test kitchen is orderly, organized and clean for efficient use and recipe testing.
Chef Assistant
Olmsted Township, OH · On-site
Duties & Responsibilities: * Assist the Culinary team with testing existing, new and in-development ... Ensure the test kitchen is orderly, organized and clean for efficient use and recipe testing.
Chef Assistant
OH · On-site
Duties & Responsibilities: * Assist the Culinary team with testing existing, new and in-development ... Ensure the test kitchen is orderly, organized and clean for efficient use and recipe testing.
Chef Assistant
OH · On-site
Duties & Responsibilities: * Assist the Culinary team with testing existing, new and in-development ... Ensure the test kitchen is orderly, organized and clean for efficient use and recipe testing.
Responsibilities * Assist in menu planning and recipe development * Manage daily kitchen operations ... Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
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Responsibilities * Assist in menu planning and recipe development * Manage daily kitchen operations ... Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
Weekend Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef information
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How much do weekend test kitchen recipe development chef jobs pay per hour?
As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend test kitchen recipe development chef in the United States is $24.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $31.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is the difference between Weekend Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef vs Test Kitchen Assistant?
| Aspect | Weekend Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef | Test Kitchen Assistant |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Culinary degree or equivalent experience, food styling skills | Basic culinary training or food service experience |
| Work Environment | Develops recipes, tests dishes, collaborates with chefs | Supports recipe testing, prep work, and organization |
| Industry Usage | Commonly employed in food media, brands, and publishing | Supports recipe development teams in similar settings |
The Weekend Test Kitchen Recipe Development Chef focuses on creating and testing new recipes, often leading the culinary process during weekends. In contrast, the Test Kitchen Assistant provides support with prep, organization, and assisting chefs. Both roles require culinary knowledge, but the chef has more responsibility for recipe innovation, while the assistant supports daily operations.
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$120K - $180K/yr
Full-time
Vision, Life, Retirement
Posted 5 days ago
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Job description
About the RoleWe are looking for a talented, imaginative, and hands-on R&D Chef to lead culinary innovation across our high-volume production kitchens. This is a rare opportunity for a creative chef who loves both the art of developing new recipes and the discipline of bringing them to life at scale. If you are someone who gets excited walking through a farmers market, sees opportunity in every seasonal ingredient, and can turn a simple idea into a signature dishwe want to hear from you.About UsWe are a beloved New York City gourmet grocery institution with multiple locations, producing an extensive range of made-from-scratch products dailyincluding soups, salads, entres, sauces, sandwiches, dressings, and desserts. We take pride in our long-standing recipes while continuously evolving our menu with fresh, seasonal, and innovative offerings. Quality and creativity are at the heart of everything we do.What You'll Do:Recipe Development & InnovationDevelop original recipes and creatively reimagine existing ones, keeping our menu fresh, exciting, and aligned with current culinary trendsWork with new and seasonal ingredients entering the market daily, testing and developing recipes that showcase their unique qualitiesPartner closely with ownership to bring bold culinary concepts to life that reflect the brand's vision and standardsCreate recipes that are both innovative and executable at scale across multiple locationsCulinary Operations & QualityStandardize and implement recipes across all locations, ensuring consistency in taste, quality, and presentationApply deep knowledge of seasonal ingredients to enhance flavors, ensure freshness, and inspire new menu ideasDevelop creative strategies for repurposing surplus ingredients to minimize waste transforming day-old bread into croutons or garlic bread, turning vegetable trimmings into soups and stocks, and finding smart uses for every ingredient in the kitchenMaintain the highest brand standards across all products at all timesWho You AreA natural creative with a passion for food, flavor, and culinary storytellingAn experienced chef with a strong background in recipe development and high-volume kitchen operationsSelf-motivated, organized, and capable of managing multiple projects independentlyA strong collaborator who communicates well and thrives in a fast-paced environmentDeeply knowledgeable about seasonal ingredients and their culinary applicationsFlexible, resourceful, and energized by the ever-changing nature of a dynamic kitchenBenefits:We offer a competitive benefits package as part of our compensation for this full-time position.ScheduleMonday to FridayWeekend availability as neededAbility to Commute / RelocateNew York, NY: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)ExperienceCulinary experience: 5+ years (Preferred)Cooking experience: 5+ years (Preferred)Benefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insurancePTO
About Eli Zabar
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Industry
Food services and drinking places
Company size
51 - 200 Employees
Headquarters location
New York, NY, US
Year founded
1973