R&D Chef

Job descriptionPosition OverviewUnder the supervision and oversight of Department Management, this full-time position will develop new menu items to merchandise in a cold display case to meet ongoing trends while recognizing franchisee, account, and equipment limitations. Recipes are to be developed for on-site daily preparation for the freshest menu offerings. A majority of the product line will be sushi with specializations in dietary needs. This position requires traveling for market research and development, as well as routine presentations visits in the field.Key Responsibilities:Primary Job Functions (95%)Develop new recipes for cold merchandising per project specifications.Test new products for implementation potential.Research and suggest alternate ingredients and processes to streamline products.Collaborate with others to determine the feasibility of implementing the product in the field.Provide regular updates to the department manager.Complete new product development forms, including food costs, for department management submission.Ensure sufficient ingredient inventory and reorder when necessary.Prepare for and participate in industry tradeshows.Support concept presentations to store accounts, including ingredient shipmentsOther Job Functions (5%)Additional tasks and projects as assigned.Qualifications:High school diploma, or equivalent.Education, Bachelor's degree in related field, prefer in food industry, culinary.Experience 5 years of food development, preferably in Asian cuisines, including sushi.Experience in Asian food background, Japaneses, Korean, Chinese, Vietnamese, and ThaiLanguages/skills/abilities Fluency in EnglishAbility to work in a fast-paced environment kitchen environmentFamiliarity with menu planning and cost control practicesGood communication skills, ability to communicate with supervisor and peersQuick learner and creativePositive attitudeTime-management skillsHighly organized and detail-orientedAbility to approach all tasks assigned in a systematic, disciplined, accurate, and thorough manner.Computer proficiency with a strong command of MS Office is a must.Food safety knowledge Sanitation and food handling; local regulations including HACCP, food safety, health and safety, allergens.Physical Demands:Ability to stand for long period of time.Able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time.Employee Offered Benefits:AFCFC s competitive benefit package includes group Medical, Dental, and Vision, Basic Life and AD&D, Supplemental life insurance, Flexible PTO, Paid Holiday, and 401(k) Retirement plan with company match.Location: On-SiteSchedule: M-F 8:00am-5:00pm