Culinary Specialist I

Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Sick time plan

Vacation accrual plan

Opportunities for career growth

15% household discount

Job summary

Sprouts Farmers Market is seeking a Culinary Specialist I to join the Culinary Team. The role supports recipe testing, product evaluations, and training initiatives under guidance from the Head of Culinary and senior team members.

You will help with product launches, maintain recipe documentation, and gather store feedback to optimize execution. Ideal candidates have 0-2 years in culinary, food service, or retail operations, with basic culinary skills, food safety knowledge, and strong

Qualifications

• Associate's degree, culinary certification, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• 0-2 years of culinary, food service, retail operations, or related experience.
• Internship, culinary school, restaurant, grocery, or food production experience welcomed.
• Basic understanding of culinary techniques and food preparation methods.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Support Culinary Team in recipe testing, product evaluations, and new item launches for assigned categories.
• Maintain recipe documentation, product specifications, and production procedures for accuracy and consistency.
• Participate in test kitchen activities, including sample prep, tastings, trials, and documentation.
• Gather and organize store, field, and pilot feedback on product execution and operations.
• Assist with food costing, product data maintenance, and administrative tasks supporting culinary programs.

Skills

Culinary fundamentals

Food safety

Documentation & record-keeping

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Associate's degree or culinary certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Job Description

The Culinary Specialist I supports the Culinary Team in recipe development, product testing, operational readiness, and training initiatives. Working under the guidance of the Head of Culinary and senior team members, this role assists with evaluating product execution, gathering store feedback, maintaining recipe documentation, and supporting new item launches. The position provides an opportunity to develop culinary, operational, and retail food production expertise while contributing to Sprouts' purpose to Help People Live and Eat Better.

Overview Of Responsibilities

• Support the Culinary Team in recipe testing, product evaluations, and new item launch activities for assigned categories.
• Assist with maintaining recipe documentation, product specifications, and production procedures to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Participate in test kitchen activities, including sample preparation, tastings, production trials, and documentation of
• Gather and organize feedback from stores, field teams, and pilot locations regarding product execution and operational
• Support the review of recipe yields, portion sizes, and ingredient information within approved culinary systems and
• Assist with food costing, product data maintenance, and other administrative tasks supporting culinary programs and
• Collaborate with Culinary, Merchandising, and Store Operations teams to support project execution and product launch
• Help develop and maintain training materials, job aids, standard operating procedures, and other execution resources for
• Participate in store visits, product demonstrations, training events, and pilot programs to build operational and culinary
• Identify and communicate product execution challenges, documentation discrepancies, or process concerns to Culinary leadership for review and

Qualifications

• Associate's degree, culinary certification, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• 0-2 years of culinary, food service, retail operations, or related experience.
• Internship, culinary school, restaurant, grocery, or food production experience welcomed.
• Basic understanding of culinary techniques and food preparation methods.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Interest in retail food operations and product development.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to gather information and maintain accurate documentation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.

Core Competencies

• Communication
• Customer Focus
• Driving for Results
• Positive Approach

Benefits

In addition to a rewarding career, Sprouts offers a comprehensive program to help support you and your family. These programs include:

• Competitive pay
• Sick time plan that you can use to support you or your immediate families health
• Vacation accrual plan
• Opportunities for career growth
• 15% discount for you and one other family member in your household on all purchases made at Sprouts
• Flexible schedules
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(K) Retirement savings plan with a generous company match
• Company paid life insurance
• Contests and appreciation events throughout the year full of prizes, food and fun!

Eligibility Requirements May Apply For The Following Benefits

• Bonus based on company and/or individual performance
• Affordable benefit coverage, including medical, dental and vision
• Health Savings Account with company match
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Company paid short-term disability coverage
• Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers
• Paid holidays

Get Paid Every Day!

Sprouts Farmers Market offers DailyPay - if you’re hired as an eligible employee, you’ll be able to transfer the money you’ve already earned at no extra cost, and get it the next business day, for free. We offer DailyPay so you don’t have to wait for payday to access the money you’ve already worked for. With DailyPay, you can see how much you’ve made every day and you can transfer your money any time before payday.

You can learn more by visiting https://www.dailypay.com/partners/sprouts-farmers-market/

Why Sprouts

Grow with us!

If you have a passion for inspiring people and a flair for fresh food, consider applying for a job at Sprouts! With a focus on customer service, our neighborhood grocery stores offer high-quality, farm fresh produce, natural meats, plenty of scoop-your-own bulk goods and much more in a fun, friendly, old-fashioned farmer’s market setting. Come grow your career in healthy living with a fast-paced, rapidly growing company and teams that pride themselves on empowering others along their journey.

At Sprouts, we’re committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and caring workplace culture.

Team Member Resource Groups (TMRGs)

Create Spaces For Connection, Support, And Growth. Every Team Member Is Welcome To Join One Or More Of Our Five Groups

• Inspiring Women at Sprouts
• Rainbow Alliance at Sprouts
• Sabor at Sprouts
• Soul at Sprouts
• Honored to Serve at Sprouts

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Sprouts’ management reserves the right to amend and change duties, responsibilities, and requirements to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

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