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Research And Development Chef-Bakery

3-5 years

₹ 3 - 5L/yr

Gurgaon / Gurugram

1 vacancy

Research And Development Chef-Bakery

RSPL Group

posted 3d ago

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Company Name: Baker By Chance


Job Description: R&D Chef (Research and Development Chef)

Position Overview: The R&D Chef is responsible for creating, testing, and refining new recipes, food products, and cooking techniques for a food company, restaurant, or brand. This role involves collaboration with chefs, food scientists, and marketing teams to develop innovative and high-quality dishes that align with the brands concept, consumer trends, and market demands. The R&D Chef ensures that all recipes and products are scalable, cost-effective, and meet the required standards for taste, texture, and nutritional value.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Recipe Development:

  • Create and test new recipes, dishes, and food concepts based on market trends, customer feedback, and company goals.
  • Experiment with ingredients and cooking techniques to develop innovative, high-quality products.
  • Ensure new recipes meet nutritional, dietary, and allergy specifications.

2. Product Testing and Refinement:

  • Conduct in-depth testing of recipes and food products to refine taste, texture, and presentation.
  • Develop scalable cooking methods and production processes to ensure recipes can be replicated in large-scale production.

3. Collaboration and Teamwork:

  • Collaborate with food scientists, nutritionists, and other culinary professionals to optimize products and recipes for production.
  • Participate in brainstorming sessions to generate new ideas and innovative food concepts.

4. Cost Control and Budgeting:

  • Create cost-effective recipes by managing ingredient costs while maintaining high quality.
  • Analyze production costs and work within budget constraints to ensure recipes are commercially viable.
  • Monitor portion sizes and ingredient yields to reduce waste and optimize profitability.

5. Menu Innovation and Trends:

  • Stay up to date with industry trends, food innovations, and emerging culinary techniques.
  • Implement modern cooking trends and consumer preferences into product development.
  • Attend food expos, conferences, and workshops to gather inspiration and stay ahead of competitors.

6. Documentation and Standardization:

  • Document all recipes, processes, and methodologies to ensure consistency across production runs.
  • Write detailed instructions for kitchen staff, ensuring that recipes are clearly defined and can be easily executed.
  • Create and maintain product development timelines and reports to track progress.

7. Quality Assurance and Compliance:

  • Ensure all new recipes and products adhere to food safety regulations and standards.
  • Test and ensure products are safe for consumption, allergen-free, and meet any relevant legal or health requirements.
  • Monitor quality control during the testing and scaling processes to prevent defects or inconsistencies.

8. Training and Mentorship:

  • Train kitchen staff, production teams, or other chefs in new recipes and techniques.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship on food preparation, presentation, and innovation

The R&D Chef plays a vital role in shaping the future of a food brand or culinary operation by innovating and creating the products that will define the businesss offerings. This position requires a unique blend of culinary creativity, scientific understanding, and business acumen.


Preferred candidate profile


  • Proven experience as a chef, with at least 3-5 years in culinary research and development or a related field.
  • Any Hotel Management, Culinary degree or equivalent professional training in Bakery and Confectionery.
  • Strong knowledge of food trends, techniques, and innovation.
  • Ability to create and refine recipes for scalability and commercial production.

Perks and benefits


Fixed CTC +Annual Bonus


Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

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