R&D Chef

Factor_ a brand of HelloFresh is seeking an R&D Chef.   As an R&D Chef, you will be at the forefront of our culinary innovation, responsible for conceiving & developing cutting-edge food products & recipes that resonate with consumer preferences & align with our company's strategic goals. Your role demands a distinctive fusion of culinary mastery, food science acumen, & a deep awareness of evolving market trends. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will contribute to the creation of market-leading culinary concepts that capture the essence of our brand & cater to the diverse tastes of the mass market.

You will  

• Innovate & experiment with culinary concepts, ingredients, & techniques to create unique & marketable food products in line with company objectives.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, production, & quality control, to ensure seamless integration of R&D initiatives into the overall product strategy.
• Conduct thorough research on consumer trends, market demands, & competitor offerings to inform & inspire the development of new & differentiated culinary concepts.
• Utilize your expertise in food science to optimize recipes for taste, texture, & shelf stability while adhering to quality standards & cost parameters.
• Lead tastings, presentations, & discussions to communicate the value proposition of R&D initiatives, incorporating feedback from internal stakeholders & external partners.
• Stay abreast of industry advancements, emerging technologies, & evolving consumer preferences to continuously refine & elevate the company's culinary offerings.

You are

• You are a visionary culinary professional with a passion for pushing the boundaries of flavor, texture, & presentation, consistently demonstrating a creative & forward-thinking mindset.
• Possessing a strong blend of culinary expertise & food science knowledge, you are adept at translating conceptual ideas into tangible & market-ready products that meet both culinary & business objectives.
• Your keen understanding of consumer trends enables you to anticipate & respond to evolving tastes, ensuring that the company remains at the forefront of the culinary landscape.
• As a collaborative team player, you thrive in cross-functional environments, effectively communicating & integrating feedback to refine & enhance culinary concepts.
• Detail-oriented & quality-focused, you bring precision to the development process, balancing creativity with a commitment to meeting stringent quality standards & cost considerations.
• With a proactive & adaptable approach, you embrace continuous learning & stay informed about industry advancements, emerging technologies, & scientific innovations in the food sector.

You have

• A proven track record of successfully developing & launching innovative food products that have gained market acceptance.
• Strong culinary & food science background with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar R&D role within the food industry.
• Ability to analyze & interpret consumer trends, translating insights into actionable & marketable culinary concepts.
• Exceptional project management skills, ensuring timely & efficient execution of R&D initiatives from ideation to product launch.
• Excellent communication & presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex culinary concepts to both technical & non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency in staying current with industry advancements, scientific research, & emerging technologies related to food product development.

Youll get 

• Competitive salary, 401k with company match that vests immediately upon participation, & company equity plan based on role
• Generous PTO, including sabbatical, & parental leave of up to 16 weeks
• Comprehensive health & wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employment
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education (upon 2 years of service)
• Up to 85% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (HelloFresh, Green Chef, Everyplate, & Factor_)   
• Access to Employee Resource Groups that are open to all employees, including those pertaining to BIPOC, women, veterans, parents, & LGBTQ+
• Inclusive, collaborative, & dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company that is disrupting the traditional food supply chain

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities. However, the Company reserves the right to adjust, modify, or reassign work tasks & responsibilities as needed to meet changing business needs, operational requirements, or other factors.