Innovative Food Product Development Lead

1 month ago


Syosset, New York, United States DSJ Global Full time

Award-winning DSJ Global is seeking an Innovative Food Product Development Lead who is genuinely talented and collaborative to spearhead their ever-growing food innovation team. If you have a passion for creating high-quality, innovative food products and enjoy providing leadership, preparation, and resources to help create a thriving work environment, we encourage you to apply.

About the Role:

  • We are looking for a Director of Research and Development with a strong background in food science, culinary knowledge, and product formulation, along with excellent analytical and creative skills.
  • The successful candidate will lead the ideation, analysis, creation, detailed design, and validation of new food item concepts that align with consumer trends, regulatory standards, and operational capabilities.
  • You will develop strategic and creative new products for retail and K-12 school environments while managing multiple R&D projects from concept to commercialization.
  • This role requires a deep understanding of food production, quality control, technical troubleshooting, and nutritional analysis using ESHA Genesis nutrition software.
  • Additionally, you will collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Sourcing, Sales, and Brand Marketing to communicate technical information related to new product and existing test programs.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Lead the development of new food products, ensuring they meet quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
  2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, improve processes, and enhance the overall product portfolio.
  3. Develop and refine specifications for new and/or existing products, taking into account consumer trends, market research, and competitor analysis.
  4. Manage multiple R&D projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks, meeting deadlines, and maintaining open communication with stakeholders.
  5. Provide technical expertise for products in development, new or improvement of existing products, and resolve technical issues that arise during the development, production, or product performance.
  6. Determine Child Nutrition contributions within USDA-guided School Nutrition programs.

Requirements:

  • Culinary Degree or Bachelors Degree in food science, food chemistry, nutritional science, or related field.
  • Minimum 10 years' experience in a manufacturing or restaurant back-of-house setting.
  • Strong proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Thorough knowledge of food production and processing, including equipment, product formulation, and quality control technical troubleshooting.
  • Must have thorough knowledge of food products, recipes, and procedures writing, as well as food costing.
  • Basic knowledge of ESHA Genesis nutrition bases computer software.
  • Understanding of production equipment and services.
  • Keeping current with trends, consumer insights, and competitive restaurant/menu strategies.
  • Requires independent, analytical, and creative work efforts regarding proper procedures, planning, and follow-up.
  • Ability to travel up to 40% of the time.
  • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

What We Offer:

  • A highly competitive salary of $120,000 - $150,000 per annum, based on experience.
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plan, and paid time off.
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
  • A dynamic and supportive work environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.
  • The chance to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact on the food industry.


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