R&D Officer Creative [Breads]

Eight8Ate Holdings, Inc.; Manila, Hinoba-an; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Eight-8-Ate Holdings, Inc. is seeking an R&D Officer- Creative to support the development, improvement, and standardization of bakery products such as breads, cakes, and pastries. You will test recipes, evaluate ingredients, and coordinate with QA and Production to ensure quality and efficiency.

The role requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary Arts or Food Technology and at least 3 years of bakery production experience. You will join a fast-paced team at the corporate office in Taguig.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts or Food Technology required.
• At least 3 years of bakery production experience.
• Experience in product development, recipe testing, or commissary bakery operations is an advantage.
• Knowledge of baking techniques, ingredient functions, and food safety standards.
• Detail-oriented, creative, and able to work hands-on.
• Willing to work holidays, shifting schedules, or extended hours when needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recipe testing and product trials.
• Develop and standardize bakery products.
• Coordinate with QA, Purchasing, and Production teams.
• Document trials, formulations, costing inputs, and product observations.
• Support transfer of products from R&D to production.

Skills

Product development

Recipe testing

Quality assurance

Documentation

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Culinary Arts

Food Technology

Job description

R&D Officer Creative [Breads] - EIGHT8ATE (Corporate Office)

TheR&D Officer- Creativeis responsible for supporting the development, improvement, and standardization of bakery products. The role assists in recipe testing, product trials, ingredient evaluation, documentation, and production coordination to ensure product quality, consistency, cost efficiency, and alignment with brand standards.

Key Responsibilities
Product Development

• Conduct recipe trials based on approved concepts, product briefs, or market trends.
• Support the development of new products and enhancement of existing products.

Job Description

TheR&D Officer- Creativeis responsible for supporting the development, improvement, and standardization of bakery products. The role assists in recipe testing, product trials, ingredient evaluation, documentation, and production coordination to ensure product quality, consistency, cost efficiency, and alignment with brand standards.

Key Responsibilities
Product Development

• Assist in creating, testing, and improving bakery products such as breads, cakes, pastries, cookies, and other baked goods.
• Conduct recipe trials based on approved concepts, product briefs, or market trends.
• Support the development of new products and enhancement of existing products.

Recipe Testing and Standardization

• Prepare sample products for sensory evaluation, costing, and approval.
• Ensure accurate measurement of ingredients, baking procedures, and process parameters.
• Assist in documenting standard recipes, procedures, yield, and product specifications.

Quality and Product Improvement

• Monitor product output during trials to ensure taste, texture, appearance, and shelf-life meet standards.
• Recommend improvements on product quality, consistency, and production efficiency.
• Assist in troubleshooting product issues related to formulation, baking process, or raw materials.

Ingredient and Material Evaluation

• Test and evaluate new ingredients, suppliers, and alternative raw materials.
• Provide feedback on ingredient performance, quality, and suitability for production use.
• Coordinate with Purchasing, QA, and Production teams as needed.

Production Support

• Assist in product transfer from R&D to commissary or store-level production.
• Support actual production trials and ensure proper execution of approved recipes.
• Provide technical assistance to production teams during product launches or process adjustments.

Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain complete and accurate records of trials, formulations, costing inputs, and product observations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices, HACCP, and company policies.

Qualifications

• Graduate ofBachelor's Degree in Culinary Arts, Food Technology, or any related course.
• With at least3 years of experiencein bakery production, commissary, hotel, restaurant, or food manufacturing setup.
• Experience inproduct development, recipe testing, or commissary bakery operationsis an advantage.
• Knowledgeable in baking techniques, ingredient functions, food safety, and product quality standards.
• Must be detail-oriented, creative, organized, and willing to do hands-on baking work.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and collaborate with R&D, QA, Purchasing, and Production teams.
• Willing to work during holidays, shifting schedules, or extended hours when needed.

Eight-8-Ate Holdings, Inc.is a growing food and restaurant operator, established in September 2018 with the acquisition of the Conti's, a premium casual dining restaurant, and was formalized in June 2019. In November 2019, Wendy's Philippines was al...

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