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Technical Manager-Research Chef, Sweet & Dairy
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $120,000.00 - $130,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
competitive salary
full-time benefits
Professional Development
collaborative work environment
Job Description
Bell Flavors & Fragrances, Inc. is a globally recognized leader in the creation and manufacture of flavors and fragrances for various industries, including food and beverage, personal care, and household products. With a rich heritage of innovation and excellence, Bell Flavors & Fragrances is committed to delivering high-quality sensory experiences that inspire and captivate consumers worldwide. Located in Northbrook, Illinois, the company fosters a collaborative and dynamic work environment where creativity, science, and technology converge to produce outstanding products. Bell Flavors & Fragrances prioritizes sustainability, customer satisfaction, and continuous growth, making it an employer of choice in the flavor and... Show More
Job Requirements
- Associate's degree in culinary arts, science, or nutrition or bachelor of science in a STEM field
- Minimum 7 years of experience in sweet and/or dairy product development
- Proven leadership and project management experience
- Strong expertise in flavor applications for confectionery, bakery, and dairy products
- Ability to prepare and evaluate prototypes
- Skilled in sensory evaluation and consumer testing
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to travel approximately 25-40%
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments
Job Qualifications
- Associate's degree (A.A.S.) in Culinary Arts, Science, or Nutrition and/or Bachelor of Science in a STEM field
- 7-10+ years of industry experience in sweet and/or dairy product development
- Background in food science, culinary science, culinology, pastry arts, or related disciplines
- Proven leadership and project management experience
- Strong expertise in flavor applications for confectionery, bakery, and dairy products
- Experience developing new flavor concepts and managing key customer accounts
- Skilled in sensory evaluation, descriptive analysis, and consumer testing methodologies
- Excellent communication, presentation, and customer-facing skills
- Passion for food, culture, innovation, and continuous learning
Job Duties
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Sweet & Dairy technologists and research chefs
- Create and deliver high-quality sweet and dairy concepts across bakery, confectionery, ice cream, and related applications
- Collaborate closely with customers to establish effective ways of working and deliver prototypes that exceed sensory and timing expectations
- Serve as a technical subject matter expert for customers, sales teams, and internal stakeholders
- Personally prepare bench-top samples and prototypes for customer evaluation
- Guide flavor selection and application strategy across sweet and dairy categories
- Stay current on regulatory requirements, category trends, and emerging consumer insights
- Conduct flavor testing for stability, shelf life, and recommended usage
- Host customer development and rapid prototyping sessions at Bell’s Northbrook facility
- Travel to support customer projects and sales initiatives as needed
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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