Assistant R&D Chef — Indian Flavors & Innovation

Sukhi's Gourmet Indian Foods; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A gourmet food company in Hayward, California, is seeking an Assistant R&D Chef to develop exceptional Indian recipes and manage R&D projects. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of commercial cooking experience, preferably with R&D involvement, and a culinary arts degree. This position requires creative collaboration with marketing and innovation teams, as well as strong kitchen skills and food safety knowledge. Join us in creating great tasting flavors that consumers want to eat.

Qualifications

• At least 3 to 5 years of experience cooking commercially, preferably with R&D experience.
• Experience in food commercialization at scale is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop experimental recipes with marketing/innovation using commercial ingredients.
• Work with QA/R&D to develop necessary cooking instructions.
• Assist in sensory testing and document results.
• Manage multiple R&D projects and maintain timelines.
• Maintain confidentiality of spice formulae and handle vendor contacts.

Skills

Creative chef with a background in multi-ethnic cuisine

Good kitchen skills and garnishing skills

Experience cooking with Indian spices, curries and flavors

Strong interpersonal skills

Solid mathematical skills related to weights and measures

Highly organized with flexibility

Solid understanding of food safety

Excellent communication skills

Education

AS degree in Culinary Arts

Degree in food science

Job description

A gourmet food company in Hayward, California, is seeking an Assistant R&D Chef to develop exceptional Indian recipes and manage R&D projects. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of commercial cooking experience, preferably with R&D involvement, and a culinary arts degree. This position requires creative collaboration with marketing and innovation teams, as well as strong kitchen skills and food safety knowledge. Join us in creating great tasting flavors that consumers want to eat.