Baking Research & Development Lead

JRoss Recruiters; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Vancouver is seeking an experienced Product Developer for baked goods. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in baking and product development, advanced baking skills, and excellent communication abilities. Responsibilities include developing new products, conducting trials, and collaborating with marketing for launches. The role offers a competitive salary, health benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health and dental benefits

Paid personal and volunteer days

Qualifications

• 5+ years of baking and product development experience.
• Advanced baking skills with an understanding of ingredient science.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Drive the end-to-end development of new baked products.
• Conduct test bakes and evaluate recipes.
• Lead bakery trials for scalability and quality.

Skills

Baking skills

Ingredient understanding

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Red Seal Baker certification or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Drive the end-to-end development of new baked products, from concept to launch.

Conduct test bakes and evaluate recipes for flavour, texture, cost, and nutritional value.

Lead bakery trials, ensuring scalability, quality, and consistency.

Partner with Marketing to prepare products for tastings, campaigns, and events.

Develop engaging content to support product launches, including photos, preparation tips, and process notes.

Build strong supplier relationships to source new ingredients and stay ahead of industry trends.

Monitor consumer and nutrition insights to guide innovation strategies.

Provide recommendations on ingredient substitutions and recipe improvements.

Ensure all product documentation is clear, accurate, and up to date.

Requirements

5+ years of baking and product development experience (retail, hospitality, or food manufacturing).

Advanced baking skills with a deep understanding of ingredient science and recipe design.

Experience balancing creativity with cost-effectiveness, nutrition, and operational feasibility.

Knowledge of food science, quality standards, and nutrition principles.

Strong organizational skills with proven ability to manage multiple projects under tight timelines.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proficiency with MS Word and Excel.

Red Seal Baker certification or equivalent is an asset.

A collaborative, adaptable mindset and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Corporate Culture

Competitive salary and vacation program.

Extended health and dental benefits, retirement savings support, and wellness perks.

Paid days for personal, sick, and volunteer leave.

Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

A supportive, team-oriented culture that values creativity and innovation.

A modern workplace environment with access to fresh product tastings.

They welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing an equitable and inclusive recruitment process.

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