RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CHEF

MOHAMMED ANIFA BIRIYANI PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A food production company in Singapore is seeking an R&D Chef to develop new recipes and refine food products. The ideal candidate will possess strong culinary skills, a background in food science, and the ability to work under pressure. Responsibilities include conducting sensory tests, modifying recipes, and supporting sales by preparing sample products. This role demands creativity, strong research capabilities, and knowledge of food safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of food science and nutrition is essential.
• Excellent culinary skills and creativity required.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills needed.
• Experience in training and mentoring staff is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create new recipes and refine taste profiles through experimentation.
• Develop product improvements based on sensory testing.
• Modify new product recipes considering nutrition and regulations.
• Support sales team by preparing samples for customers.

Skills

Food science and nutrition knowledge

Culinary skills

Communication skills

Research abilities

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree or Diploma in relevant field or minimum three years experience

Tools

Kitchen equipment and tools

Job description

Overview

The Research and Development (R&D) Chef creates new recipes to improve food product from the organisation. Ready to designs new recipes in consideration of ideas and market demand for new products. Ready to improves recipes and preparation methods to meet mass production and regulatory needs. Ready to helps to design marketing strategies based on candidate approach and ideas in creating new products.

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 documentations.
• Make recommendations in the design of new manufacturing processes or to change current equipment or processes.
• Modify new product recipes and ingredient selection while taking note of nutrition, shelf life and regulations.
• Plan, manage and run panel sessions and sensory tests on food products.
• Refine recipe formulation for mass production purposes.
• Review ingredients to meet customer needs and requirements.
• Review methods to improve quality of new food products and compliance with food regulations during mass production.
• Suggest alternative ingredients and food preparation processes to meet mass production and compliance needs.
• Suggest changes to new food production processes.
• Support sales team by preparing samples for local and overseas customers.
• Troubleshoot production processes to resolve production, quality and regulatory compliance issues.

Requirements and 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.
• Degree or Diploma or minimum three years relevant work experience
• Able to work early mornings, nights, and weekends