- Responsible for the conceptualization, development, testing and scaling of new recipes for the kitchen production and new R&D products.
- To conduct continual testing, improvement and scaling of new and existing product item recipes.
- To conduct sensory evaluation and approval of new products / recipes. Ensure all product creation complies with customer, government and legal regulatory requirements within the country of use.
- To prepare product costings based on raw materials and manufacturing costs.
- Meticulously document and record all work within the company’s databases, including recipes, preparation lists and ordering databases.
- Collaborate with the Marketing department to understand the customers’ needs and requirements and to also assist in troubleshooting customers’ issues (when necessary).
- To develop innovative solutions to help grow and value-add to customers’ requirements, ensuring that any solutions provided are within the stipulated cost parameters and manufacturing capability.
- To facilitate the handover of new product(s) so as to ensure the smooth transition from R&D kitchen to Production.
- To assist the Production Head Chef in all R&D product development matters.
- Any other appropriate duties and responsibilities as assigned.
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