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Research and Development Chef

$ 3,300 - $ 4,500 / month

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Key Responsibilities

1.Menu & Recipe Development

  • Develop and refine core sandwich recipes, sauces, and toppings that align with the brand vision.
  • Experiment with different bread types, protein options, and flavor combinations.
  • Ensure products are scalable and consistent for QSR operations.
  • Innovate seasonal or limited-time menu items to keep offerings fresh.

2. Ingredient Sourcing & Vendor Management

  • Identify and liaise with OEM suppliers for bread, proteins, sauces, and toppings.
  • Work with vendors to ensure cost-effective yet high-quality ingredients.
  • Negotiate pricing and supply chain stability.

3.Standardization & Operational Feasibility

  • Create SOPs for food prep, storage, and handling to maintain consistency.
  • Ensure recipes are designed for speed and efficiency in a fast-paced QSR environment.
  • Develop portioning guides and cost control measures.

4.Product Testing & Quality Control

  • Conduct regular taste tests and shelf-life evaluations.
  • Work with FOH and BOH teams to ensure operational efficiency of new items.
  • Gather customer feedback and tweak products accordingly.

5.Costing & Pricing Strategy

  • Develop cost breakdowns for all menu items.
  • Collaborate with finance to ensure profitability while maintaining quality.
  • Adjust recipes to hit target food cost percentages.

6.Kitchen Equipment & Workflow Planning

  • Advise on equipment needed for food prep, assembly, and storage.
  • Optimize the workflow for assembling sandwiches efficiently.
  • Test new tools and processes to improve speed & quality.

7.Collaboration & Training

  • Work closely with the operations team to ensure seamless execution of menu items.
  • Train kitchen staff on food prep SOPs and proper execution.
  • Be involved in R&D testing sessions and ensure staff feedback is integrated.

Key Requirements & Skills

  • Background in culinary arts, food science, or QSR menu development.
  • Experience working with OEM suppliers or commissary kitchens.
  • Strong understanding of food costing, standardization, and efficiency.
  • Ability to develop scalable recipes that maintain quality in a high-volume setting.
  • Hands-on and willing to work in a small, fast-paced team.
  • Passion for fast casual/QSR trends and food innovation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $3,300.00 - $4,500.00 per month

Benefits:

  • Additional leave
  • Health insurance

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Holidays
  • Night shift
  • Shift system
  • Weekend availability

Supplemental Pay:

  • Performance bonus

Work Location: In person