On-Site Research Chef & Food Technologist (Part-Time)

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Rutgers University’s Food Innovation Center in Bridgeton, NJ seeks a Research Chef/Food Technologist for hands-on culinary research and formula development. The role covers market reviews, bench-top prototyping, and producing small-batch samples for evaluation.

The position requires a Bachelor's in food or culinary science and strong project management, multitasking, and problem-solving skills; on-site work 19.5 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in food or culinary science from an accredited institution
• Excellent project management skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving ability
• Maintain a professional demeanor

Responsibilities

• Works on the culinary and technical aspects of research projects at the Food Innovation Center.
• Conducts competitive reviews of current market food products and develops bench top prototypes.
• Develops formulas and specifications for ingredients, in-process, and final formulas.
• Responsible for the careful production of small batch market samples.
• Maintains production records and inventory control.
• Sets up and breaks down the equipment.

Job description

Rutgers University’s Food Innovation Center in Bridgeton, NJ seeks a Research Chef/Food Technologist for hands-on culinary research and formula development. The role covers market reviews, bench-top prototyping, and producing small-batch samples for evaluation.

The position requires a Bachelor's in food or culinary science and strong project management, multitasking, and problem-solving skills; on-site work 19.5 hours weekly.