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Research and Development Chef

Houston, TX, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

competitive salary
performance-based incentives
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
vacation days
Employee Discounts
Career growth opportunities

Job Description

Goode Company is a renowned culinary establishment deeply rooted in the rich traditions and flavors of the Gulf Coast and Southern United States. Founded in 1977 by Jim Goode, the company has grown from a humble barbeque house into a celebrated restaurant group that emphasizes authentic, live-fire cooking and scratch-made recipes. The company prides itself on preserving the deep intermingling of cultures and cuisines that define the diverse and vibrant region they serve. From hand-blending their own sauces and spices to fostering close relationships with ranchmen, fishermen, and farmers, Goode Company maintains a commitment to quality, tradition, and sustainability. The... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in culinary arts food science or a related field preferred
  • Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen food manufacturing or R&D environment
  • Experience in new product development menu innovation and commercialization
  • Strong culinary creativity and deep knowledge of global cuisines flavor profiles and cooking techniques
  • Understanding of food science ingredient functionality and product formulation
  • Knowledge of food safety regulations FDA USDA HACCP etc
  • Ability to translate restaurant-quality recipes into scalable foodservice or retail products
  • Proficiency in kitchen equipment food preparation techniques and operational efficiencies
  • Excellent project management problem-solving and communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced cross-functional environment

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in culinary arts food science or a related field preferred
  • Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen food manufacturing or R&D environment
  • Experience in new product development menu innovation and commercialization
  • Strong culinary creativity and deep knowledge of global cuisines flavor profiles and cooking techniques
  • Understanding of food science ingredient functionality and product formulation
  • Knowledge of food safety regulations FDA USDA HACCP etc
  • Ability to translate restaurant-quality recipes into scalable foodservice or retail products
  • Proficiency in kitchen equipment food preparation techniques and operational efficiencies
  • Excellent project management problem-solving and communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced cross-functional environment

Job Duties

  • Conceptualize develop and test new recipes menu items and food products for restaurants concessions events and retail
  • Experiment with ingredients flavors cooking techniques and presentation styles to enhance product offerings
  • Ensure recipes and formulations align with brand identity nutritional guidelines and cost parameters
  • Adapt global and emerging food trends into innovative scalable culinary solutions
  • Conduct food trend analysis competitive benchmarking and consumer research to identify opportunities for innovation
  • Collaborate with marketing sales and insights teams to understand customer preferences and develop relevant offerings
  • Stay up to date on emerging ingredients sustainability practices and culinary advancements
  • Partner with operations and supply chain teams to ensure consistency scalability and efficiency in production
  • Collaborate with culinary operations team and location management teams to maintain food safety and compliance standards
  • Align with brand team photographers and stakeholders for photo shoots website work and all related collateral
  • Lead and mentor culinary teams in R&D initiatives fostering a culture of creativity and excellence
  • Take conceptual ideas and bring them to market in our locations
  • Develop training materials and conduct sessions for kitchen staff on new products cooking methods and presentation techniques
  • Provide guidance on kitchen equipment food preparation methods and process improvements
  • Develop recipes with a focus on cost-effectiveness ingredient availability and production feasibility
  • Conduct yield analysis portion control and food cost assessments to optimize profitability
  • Ensure adherence to food safety allergen management and labeling regulations

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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