Research Chef
- Job ID:
- Date:01/05/2009
- Location:Benicia
- State:California
- Degree:B.S./B.A.
- Major:Culinary Arts
- Salary/Compensation:
- Negotiable
- Job Types:
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Food Technol/Scientists, Research Technician
Job Description
Responsibilities • Will report to our Research & Development Manager • Develop recipes for new products, as well as making changes to current recipe formulations • Support the R&D Department as needed • Coordinate multiple concurrent food product launches from bench top testing to production commercialization • Assist in the research and develop of formulations, machinery requirements, ingredients, and manufacturing processes for new products • Organize and control necessary ingredient inventory for research projects • Maintain food samples for buyers and sales team • Complete department reports • Practice personal hygiene, sanitation standards, and follow good manufacturing practices (CGMPs)
Requirements
• Must be a local candidate residing in the San Francisco Bay Area • Culinary degree from CIA, Johnson & Wales, CCA or other culinary school • Needs to have 3+ years cooking experience in either restaurant or hotel industry • 2+ years recipe development experience in meat and seafood recipes • Must understand food manufacturing development process • Must be self-motivated and a self-starter • Desire to work hands-on through all stages of product development • Good organizational skills and attention to detail • Must be able to multi-task multiple projects and work in a deadline driven environment • Sharp analytical skills and creative problem solver • Dedication to meet project deadlines and willing to work extended hours when necessary • Able to work in a fast paced, collaborative work environment • Team player, yet able to work independently • Resourceful and takes initiative • Interest in the consumer food products industry • MS Office • Ability to lift 50 lb bag • Degree in Food Science a plus
Benefits • Medical, dental, and vision plans • Incentive bonus program • Paid vacation • Simple IRA contributions • Employee assistance program • Long term disability coverage
Who We Are: Valley Fine Foods is a mid-sized consumer food manufacturer located 35 miles NE of San Francisco. We specialize in high quality Italian, Asian and international foods. Our products are carried in domestic and international club and grocery retail locations. We pride ourselves on using only the highest quality natural foods to produce our products.
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