R&D Chef: Culinary Innovator for Mass-Produced Foods

RSA FOOD EXPRESS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company in Singapore seeks an R&D Chef responsible for creating and refining food products. The ideal candidate should possess excellent culinary skills, strong knowledge of food science, and the ability to work collaboratively. Responsibilities include developing new recipes, conducting sensory tests, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. Candidates must have a degree or diploma in a relevant field or relevant experience and be able to work flexible hours including early mornings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of food science and nutrition.
• Excellent culinary skills and creativity.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to conduct thorough research.
• Proficiency in using kitchen equipment and tools.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to stay updated on industry trends.
• Experience in training and mentoring staff.
• Ability to source and evaluate new ingredients.
• Able to work early mornings, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist in data gathering for new product specifications.
• Confirm product formulations and other information for constructing product profiles.
• Create new recipes and refine taste profiles through experimentation.
• Develop ideas from food preparation processes for marketing purposes.
• Develop product improvements based on sensory testing and consumer data.
• Establish product specifications and documentation.
• Make recommendations in the design of new manufacturing processes.
• Modify new product recipes and ingredient selection for compliance needs.
• Manage and run panel sessions and sensory tests.
• Refine recipe formulation for mass production.
• Review ingredients to meet customer needs.
• Improve quality of new food products and ensure compliance.
• Suggest alternative ingredients for compliance needs.
• Support sales team by preparing samples for customers.
• Troubleshoot production processes for quality issues.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food science knowledge

Creativity

Strong communication skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to conduct research

Teamwork ability

Education

Degree or Diploma in relevant field or 3 years relevant work experience

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

A leading food production company in Singapore seeks an R&D Chef responsible for creating and refining food products. The ideal candidate should possess excellent culinary skills, strong knowledge of food science, and the ability to work collaboratively. Responsibilities include developing new recipes, conducting sensory tests, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. Candidates must have a degree or diploma in a relevant field or relevant experience and be able to work flexible hours including early mornings and weekends.