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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $80,000.00 - $120,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Professional development opportunities
inclusive work environment
Employee wellness programs
Job Description
The Food Group is a dynamic and innovative company specializing in culinary development and product innovation. With a focus on creativity and consumer-centric solutions, the company operates a dedicated innovation facility located in the vibrant Fulton Market district of Chicago. This location serves as a hub for culinary experimentation, research and development, and cross-functional collaboration, aimed at delivering exceptional food products that meet evolving global tastes and market demands. The Food Group embraces a culture of diversity, inclusion, and continuous learning, fostering an environment where creativity and technical expertise combine to drive the future of culinary trends and food technology.<... Show More
Job Requirements
- Culinary degree or apprenticeship program completion
- Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in culinary research and development
- Experience across diverse foodservice channels such as hotels full-service restaurants catering and business and industry
- Strong understanding of food science and food safety regulations
- Proven project leadership and team collaboration skills
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Ability to generate creative food concepts and solve complex problems
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and manage kitchen operations efficiently
Job Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in innovative culinary research and development
- Seasoned experience across diverse foodservice channels including hotels full-service restaurants catering and business and industry
- Culinary degree or apprenticeship program completion required
- Profound understanding of food science ingredient functionality and food safety regulations
- Demonstrated ability to leverage culinary knowledge for food concept generation
- Proven leadership skills adept at guiding projects building teams and fostering partnerships
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to present ideas professionally
- Genuine passion for culinary innovation bringing fresh ideas and creative solutions
- Outstanding problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Meticulous attention to detail in facility management recipe formulation and product testing
- Ability to work independently prioritize tasks and remain flexible in a fast-paced environment
Job Duties
- Lead the technical and creative development of new culinary products applying food trends and cultural insights
- Generate compelling product prototypes and conduct preliminary feasibility assessments
- Partner with product development sales marketing and clients to understand market needs and operational constraints
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the innovation facility ensuring a clean safe and organized kitchen
- Contribute to product design for commercialization including flavor recommendations and competitive assessments
- Develop and share best-in-class culinary methodologies tools and practices
- Build strong relationships with internal and external culinary teams and suppliers
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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