Food R&D Technician: Test Kitchen & Flavor Development

Capitol Food Company; La Mirada (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Capitol Food Company in La Mirada, CA is seeking an R&D Technician to join its Research & Development team. You will assist with product testing, sample prep, ingredient management, data collection, and general test-kitchen operations to support new food ideas.

You will work hands-on with formulas, testing procedures, and documentation while following GMP guidelines and safety rules. This role combines office and production settings in a fast-paced food development environment.

Qualifications

• Interest in food preparation, food testing, product development, or food science.
• Previous experience in a kitchen, food-manufacturing, laboratory, quality, or R&D environment is preferred.
• Ability to follow formulas, testing procedures, written instructions, and safety requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to accurately enter and organize data.
• Ability to safely operate kitchen, laboratory, and food-service equipment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a team.
• Comfortable working in both office and production/laboratory settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform bench tests using mixers, fryers, ovens, proofers, and other equipment.
• Prepare ingredients, samples, and food products according to formulas and testing procedures.
• Record, organize, and maintain testing data and product-development documentation.
• Use computer programs to organize data and document specifications for release or hold.
• Maintain retain bins, samples, and related paperwork.
• Monitor laboratory inventory and replenish raw ingredients and supplies as needed.
• Keep the test kitchen, equipment, and storage areas clean and organized.
• Follow all food-safety, quality, sanitation, and GMP requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food preparation

Kitchen experience

Following procedures

Attention to detail

Data entry

Equipment operation

Communication

Teamwork

Office vs production

Job description

Capitol Food Company in La Mirada, CA is seeking an R&D Technician to join its Research & Development team. You will assist with product testing, sample prep, ingredient management, data collection, and general test-kitchen operations to support new food ideas.

You will work hands-on with formulas, testing procedures, and documentation while following GMP guidelines and safety rules. This role combines office and production settings in a fast-paced food development environment.