R&D Chef (Bakery and Plant Based Foods) for Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG)

LiveComplete LLC; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveComplete LLC is seeking an innovative R&D Chef focused on plant-based foods to join as a Co-Founder. This unique startup role offers equity and involves product development and ingredient sourcing to create healthier alternatives to conventional foods. Join us in pioneering plant-based nutrition and transforming industry standards with environmentally friendly solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience in R&D or product development in food innovation.
• Knowledge of plant-based food formulations and culinary techniques.
• Ability to analyze costs and develop marketable products.

Responsibilities

• Lead product ideation and development for plant-based alternatives.
• Conduct ingredient sourcing and cost analysis for new products.
• Work with a remote team to innovate in various food categories.

Skills

Product Development

Ingredient Sourcing

Food Science

Culinary Arts

Education

Formal Education in Culinary, Food, or Formulation Science

Job description

R&D Chef (Bakery and Plant Based Foods) for Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG)

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Please NOTE: The role is joining our R&D Team for Bakery and Plant Based foods for Consumer Packaged Goods, and does not involve kitchen or culinary restaurant design or development.

We are seeking a talented and experienced R&D Chef to join our growing and innovative product development team as a Co-Founder. This is a unique opportunity to join an exciting startup where early equity stakes are offered to team members who contribute to launching and growing the company. Initially, this role is for EQUITY only, with plans to convert to a salaried position later in 2025, while retaining the equity earned. You can choose to start part-time or full-time based on your availability.

Job Description

As an R&D Chef at LiveComplete, you will be part of a remote team dedicated to creating the best plant-based foods, matching the taste and texture of conventional animal products. Your responsibilities include product ideation, development, ingredient sourcing, and cost analysis, across various grocery categories including packaged goods, bakery, refrigerated, and frozen foods. You will develop innovative plant-based replacements for animal-based products, leveraging your knowledge of food science and culinary arts. Formal education in culinary, food, or formulation science is preferred but not mandatory if you have relevant experience.

About Us:

We are pioneering the future of food with bioequivalent plant-based products that replicate animal tissues without the downsides.

Our proprietary technology creates nutritionally identical blends to animal products, free from harmful components like saturated fats, toxins, and antibiotics, while being environmentally friendly and cost-competitive. We aim to eliminate the weaknesses of both plant-based and animal-based foods, offering a healthier, sustainable, and ethical alternative.

Join us in transforming plant-based nutrition and setting new industry standards where concerns about plant-based living are a thing of the past.

Our Vision: To make plant-based living effortless and accessible to all.

Our Mission: To promote healthy, ethical, and sustainable eating without sacrifices.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Other

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Food and Beverage Services