Research & Development Chef

Eli Zabar
New York, NY
R&D CHEF

Location: New York Multi-Unit Gourmet Grocery

We are seeking a dynamic and hands-on R&D Chef to lead our culinary innovation efforts in our high-volume production kitchens. This role involves developing new recipes, executing innovative ideas, and implementing our culinary vision across all locations. This position is full-time.

About Us:

Our kitchens produce a variety of gourmet products, including soups, salads, entrées, sauces, sandwiches, dressings, and desserts, all made from fresh ingredients. We pride ourselves on maintaining long-standing recipes while utilizing seasonal ingredients.

Key Responsibilities:
Recipe Development & Implementation
  • Product Integration: Work with new products entering the market daily, testing and developing recipes that highlight their unique qualities.
  • Recipe Execution: Implement and standardize recipes across all locations, ensuring consistency in quality and presentation.
  • Collaboration with Ownership: Partner closely with the owner to execute innovative culinary concepts that align with the brand vision.
Culinary Operations
  • Quality Assurance: Ensure all recipes meet brand standards for taste and presentation, maintaining the highest quality across all products.
  • Seasonal Ingredient Expertise: Demonstrate knowledge of seasonal ingredients and how to properly utilize them in recipes to enhance flavors and ensure freshness.
  • Repurposing Strategies: Develop creative uses for surplus ingredients to minimize waste, such as transforming day-old bread into croutons or utilizing vegetable trimmings in stocks.
Skills:
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative and manage projects autonomously.
  • Familiarity with seasonal ingredients and their culinary applications.
  • Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and needs.
  • Experience in high-volume kitchen operations preferred.
Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefits package as part of our compensation for this full-time position.

Posted 2026-03-30

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