Assistant Manager – Chef (Ice Cream & Frozen Desserts)

Alliance Recruitment Agency; Ahmedabad District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliance Recruitment Agency is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager – Chef with a robust background in Ice Cream & Frozen Desserts to join their Marketing & R&D team. The successful candidate will drive product innovation by developing new formulations and enhancing existing products while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Key responsibilities include conducting product trials, analyzing market trends, and ensuring product quality complies with food safety standards. A degree in a relevant field and extensive industry experience are essential.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience in the Ice Cream/Frozen Desserts industry.
• Strong expertise in product development and flavor innovation.
• Experience with ice cream manufacturing or frozen dessert brands preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative ice cream and frozen dessert products.
• Create and standardize recipes and formulations.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Production teams on product launches.

Skills

Product development

Flavor innovation

Ingredient functionality

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree/Diploma in Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Culinary Arts

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Manager – Chef with a strong background in Ice Cream & Frozen Desserts to join our Marketing & R&D team. The role involves driving product innovation, developing new formulations, improving existing products, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to bring consumer‑focused products to market.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop innovative ice cream and frozen dessert products.
• Create and standardize recipes, formulations, and flavor profiles.
• Conduct product trials, benchmarking, and sensory evaluations.
• Collaborate with Marketing, R&D, and Production teams on product launches and improvements.
• Analyze market trends and consumer preferences to identify new opportunities.
• Ensure product quality, consistency, and compliance with food safety standards.

Requirements

• Degree/Diploma in Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Culinary Arts, or related field.
• 8–10 years of experience in the Ice Cream/Frozen Desserts industry.
• Strong expertise in product development, flavor innovation, and ingredient functionality.
• Experience with ice cream manufacturing or frozen dessert brands is preferred.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Preferred Profile: Candidates from Ice Cream, Frozen Desserts, Dairy, or FMCG backgrounds with experience in R&D and product innovation.