Senior R&D Chef: Culinary Innovation & Product Development

Kawan Food Berhad; Selangor; On-site; MYR 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Kawan Food Berhad is seeking a Development Chef / Senior R&D Executive (RTE) to conceptualize and develop new, scalable recipes aligned with current trends and customer requirements. You will work with the sales team to create prototypes and samples for customer evaluation, while ensuring SOPs and quality standards are met.

The role involves conducting lab and production trials, sourcing ingredients with cost considerations, and collaborating with stakeholders to refine products and

Qualifications

• Fully qualified Chef or Diploma/Bachelor in Culinary Arts / Food Science / Nutrition / Food Technology or related field.
• Minimum 2 years’ development chef experience in food manufacturing or minimum 3 years’ chef experience in F&B.
• Proven track record of food product/menu development.
• Creative with strong technical knowledge in ingredients, processing technology, and nutrition.
• Strong communication, project management and presentation skills.
• Able to prioritize hygiene and cleanliness.
• Collaborative with stakeholders to enhance products.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and develop new scalable recipes and products.
• Work with sales to develop prototypes for customer evaluation.
• Execute lab/production trials following SOPs.
• Source and evaluate alternative materials for cost savings.
• Manage multiple timelines and meet critical deadlines.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to refine products and processes.
• Involve in new equipment sourcing/commissioning for RTE needs.
• Maintain R&D documentation and uphold Halal and Food Safety programs.
• Stay updated on culinary trends and market behaviour.
• Maintain R&D lab cleanliness and inventory; perform stock counts.

Skills

Recipe development

Culinary creativity

Project management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Quality & hygiene

Trend analysis

Education

Diploma in Culinary Arts

Bachelor’s in Food Science / Nutrition / Food Technology

Job description

Kawan Food Berhad is seeking a Development Chef / Senior R&D Executive (RTE) to conceptualize and develop new, scalable recipes aligned with current trends and customer requirements. You will work with the sales team to create prototypes and samples for customer evaluation, while ensuring SOPs and quality standards are met.

The role involves conducting lab and production trials, sourcing ingredients with cost considerations, and collaborating with stakeholders to refine products and