Are you driven by an insatiable curiosity for what food can be? We’re not just looking for a chef; we’re seeking a culinary pioneer. This is a mission to create, innovate, and elevate. If you see ingredients as a starting point, have a relentless drive to set new benchmarks, and believe that getting the job done well is the only acceptable outcome, then your next chapter starts in our R&D kitchen. This is where ideas take shape and industry standards are challenged.
Company Overview
We are a forward-thinking food company operating at the intersection of creativity and precision. Our lean, agile team is composed of dedicated individuals who are not afraid to dream big and sweat the small details. We’re building something impactful, moving fast, and constantly pushing boundaries. Here, your voice matters, your ideas are tested, and your ownership directly shapes our products and collective success.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will be the engine of innovation, translating vision into tangible, market-ready products. Your day will be diverse and dynamic:
- Conducting precise food costing calculations to ensure our creations are as viable as they are visionary.
- Leading the end-to-end development of new dishes, food products, and their packaging from concept to completion.
- Sourcing, procuring, and rigorously testing new and unique ingredients to expand our culinary palette.
- Maintaining the R&D kitchen as a pristine and functional laboratory for creativity, including all food prep and general upkeep.
- Playing a key supporting role in structured menu development and project timeline management.
- Helping to bridge the gap between innovation and execution by assisting in training sessions for our main kitchen teams.
Qualifications
You are the ideal candidate if this resonates with you:
- A solid foundation of 2 to 5 years of professional kitchen experience. Experience in a fine-dining environment is a significant advantage.
- A curious and inventive mind that questions the status quo and loves solving culinary puzzles.
- An inherent belief in ownership and initiative you see what needs to be done and you drive it to completion without being asked.
- The courage to experiment boldly and the discipline to execute those experiments meticulously.
- A genuine, passionate love for exceptional food experiences, driven by a deep desire to understand and create them.
- Flexibility in your schedule to meet project demands when necessary.
- Strong communication skills; proficiency in an additional language is a bonus for collaborating across diverse teams.
Benefits and Perks
This is more than a job; it’s a growth platform built for high achievers:
- A competitive compensation package that recognizes your expertise and impact.
- A competitive hourly rate between $27.00 and $33.00.
- Immense ownership and autonomy to drive your projects and steer your own career progression.
- The opportunity to work with and learn from exceptionally smart, detail-oriented people who share your high standards.
- Continuous learning through targeted training and in-house opportunities for professional development.
- Thoughtful benefits including birthday leave to celebrate you.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to stop just cooking and start creating the future of food, we need to talk. Please send your resume and a cover letter that shows us not just what you’ve done, but how you think and create. Tell us about a time you executed a “mad experiment” in food.
Email your application with the subject line: Culinary Innovator. We’re excited to see the unique perspective you will bring to our team.