Job Overview
Compensation
Salary
Range $71,800.00 - $105,500.00
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Dental Insurance
Retirement Plan
Product discounts
Professional Development
flexible schedule
Job Description
Our company is a forward-thinking food manufacturing establishment dedicated to creating health-conscious, flavorful, and innovative products that empower busy individuals to maintain a clean eating lifestyle without compromising on taste. We pride ourselves on integrating culinary creativity with scientific expertise to deliver products that meet rigorous quality, safety, and certification standards, including SQF and USDA certifications. As a leader in the food manufacturing industry, our mission is to bridge the gap between culinary intuition and food science, ensuring that every product we develop not only delights consumers but also aligns with modern nutritional trends and dietary requirements such as paleo, keto, and gluten-free options. We value innovation, commercial awareness, and a collaborative approach that spans across Research and Development, Operations, Marketing, and Sales teams to bring concepts from ideation to full-scale manufacturing.
The role we are offering is crucial for the advancement and success of our product portfolio. This position involves taking on the responsibilities of a culinary scientist and innovator who marries creative culinary ideas with the practical demands of food manufacturing. You will be tasked with developing new product concepts, creating precise product formulations, and ensuring the functionality and flavor profiles meet consumer expectations and regulatory standards. In this role, you will actively engage in sourcing unique ingredients that comply with our health standards and certifications. As a project leader, you'll be instrumental in translating complex food science principles into commercially viable products, considering every detail from ingredient selection and sensory evaluation to production processes and packaging. Additionally, collaboration is key, as you will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth product launches, effective marketing strategies, and accurate representation of product benefits during promotions and photoshoots.
The position demands a blend of scientific rigor and culinary artistry, requiring not only the understanding of chemical and physical food systems but also the ability to innovate and respond agilely to emerging food trends and consumer demands. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in culinology, food science, or nutrition, possessing hands-on experience in commercial kitchens and food manufacturing environments. With a solid foundation in quality management systems such as GMP and HACCP and expertise in food safety and sanitary practices, you will ensure that every product adheres to the highest standards. A keen eye for quality control, problem-solving skills for production variances, and proficiency in various nutritional and quality software will be crucial for success. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity for professionals passionate about revolutionizing the food industry by developing paleo, keto, and other health-forward products that resonate with modern consumers and promote a sustainable, health-conscious lifestyle.
The role we are offering is crucial for the advancement and success of our product portfolio. This position involves taking on the responsibilities of a culinary scientist and innovator who marries creative culinary ideas with the practical demands of food manufacturing. You will be tasked with developing new product concepts, creating precise product formulations, and ensuring the functionality and flavor profiles meet consumer expectations and regulatory standards. In this role, you will actively engage in sourcing unique ingredients that comply with our health standards and certifications. As a project leader, you'll be instrumental in translating complex food science principles into commercially viable products, considering every detail from ingredient selection and sensory evaluation to production processes and packaging. Additionally, collaboration is key, as you will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth product launches, effective marketing strategies, and accurate representation of product benefits during promotions and photoshoots.
The position demands a blend of scientific rigor and culinary artistry, requiring not only the understanding of chemical and physical food systems but also the ability to innovate and respond agilely to emerging food trends and consumer demands. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in culinology, food science, or nutrition, possessing hands-on experience in commercial kitchens and food manufacturing environments. With a solid foundation in quality management systems such as GMP and HACCP and expertise in food safety and sanitary practices, you will ensure that every product adheres to the highest standards. A keen eye for quality control, problem-solving skills for production variances, and proficiency in various nutritional and quality software will be crucial for success. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity for professionals passionate about revolutionizing the food industry by developing paleo, keto, and other health-forward products that resonate with modern consumers and promote a sustainable, health-conscious lifestyle.
Job Requirements
- Bachelors degree in culinology culinary science food science meat science nutrition or culinary school certification with applied technical experience
- 1-3 years applied experience in a restaurant kitchen or commercial manufacturing environment
- 2-4 years product development experience in a food manufacturing environment
- extensive ingredient functionality flavor development and sensory evaluation experience
- understanding complex food systems from physical and chemical perspective
- sound working knowledge of food science principals and manufacturing principles such as GMP HACCP food safety and sanitary practices and regulations
- good laboratory practices including organized data documentation presentation attention to detail and ability to follow batch protocols
- ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects/tasks at any given time
- strong computer skills especially working with nutritional software spreadsheets and quality systems
- strong communication and presentation skills
Job Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in culinology culinary science food science meat science nutrition or culinary school certification with applied technical experience
- 1-3 years applied experience in a restaurant kitchen or commercial manufacturing environment research chef experience is a plus
- 2-4 years product development experience in a food manufacturing environment
- extensive ingredient functionality flavor development and sensory evaluation experience
- understanding complex food systems from physical and chemical perspective
- sound working knowledge of food science principals and manufacturing principles such as GMP HACCP food safety and sanitary practices and regulations
- good laboratory practices including organized data documentation presentation attention to detail and ability to follow batch protocols
- ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects/tasks at any given time
- strong computer skills especially working with nutritional software spreadsheets and quality systems
- strong communication and presentation skills
- proven success in development using sterilization of food products
- proven teamwork and collaboration in small groups
- product development of paleo/keto food products a strong plus
Job Duties
- Develops new product ideas and concepts from test prototype samples through commercialization
- creates product specifications and calculates initial formula and ingredient costs
- assists with sourcing new and uncommon ingredients to meet healthy standards and certification requirements
- owns formulating product to meet all product claims
- assumes the role of an innovator and project leader demonstrating initiative creativity and thoroughness in execution of complex projects
- actively seeks out new food trends consumer tastes requests and nutrition while monitoring competition
- responsible for creating and maintaining data in various systems for product IP operations training and compliance
- works closely with teams on establishing production processes monitoring consistency and quality problem-solving production variances and packaging
- partners with marketing and sales for new product introductions food styling photoshoots
- displays GFCO Paleo NGPV USDA awareness and applied knowledge
- performs all other duties as assigned or necessary
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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