Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Kettle Cuisine
Job overview
The Culinary R&D Specialist at Kettle Cuisine supports research and development chefs by preparing samples, maintaining the Culinary Center, and assisting in product innovation to contribute to the company's food development efforts.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves executing sample recipes, maintaining cleanliness and organization of the Culinary Center, managing inventory, preparing and shipping R&D samples, assisting chefs during taste panels, and coordinating product orders and tastings.
Experience and skills
Candidates need an Associate's degree or equivalent experience with 1-3 years in a related role, proficiency in MS Office (Excel and Outlook), culinary training, and preferably ServSafe certification; strong communication and multitasking skills are also required.
Work environment and culture
The work environment is manufacturing-based with exposure to heat, cold, and hazards requiring protective equipment, emphasizing collaboration, customer-centric attitude, and passion for food.
Unique job features
The job features hands-on culinary work in a dynamic R&D setting with responsibilities spanning from cooking to inventory management and customer interaction, requiring physical effort and attention to detail.
Company overview
Kettle Cuisine is a company specializing in the production of premium, small-batch soups, broths, and sauces. They make money by supplying these high-quality, handcrafted products to foodservice operators, retail stores, and private label customers. Founded in 1986, Kettle Cuisine has a rich history of prioritizing fresh, natural ingredients and traditional cooking methods, which has helped them build a reputation for authenticity and taste in the competitive prepared foods market.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your culinary skills, especially your ability to execute recipes independently and manage kitchen operations efficiently, as these are central to the Culinary R&D Specialist role at Kettle Cuisine.
Emphasize experience or training in food safety, sanitation, inventory management, and proficiency with MS Office tools like Excel and Outlook, which are explicitly mentioned in the job description.
Apply through multiple platforms including Kettle Cuisine’s corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed by recruiters.
Connect with current employees in the Culinary R&D or Product Development teams at Kettle Cuisine on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on their recent product launches or asking about their favorite part of working in culinary innovation at Kettle Cuisine.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'recipe execution,' 'inventory management,' 'food safety,' 'Sanitation,' 'HACCP,' 'ServSafe,' and 'culinary support' to ensure it passes initial automated screenings.
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