Research & Development Chef

Crumbl•Provo, UT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of Research & Development, the R&D Chef will execute daily tasks meant to elevate current recipes or bring new concepts to life, as well as any projects needed to uphold Crumbl’s efforts to produce the best desserts in the World. This role involves creating accurate recipes from new ideas or concepts, assisting with special projects requiring baking and dessert recipe knowledge, and executing recipes according to Crumbl Standards and the dessert calendar. The R&D Chef will document all developments and recipes, assist the testing and product management teams, and maintain the Test Kitchen. The ability to pivot, take constructive criticism, follow recipes while taking notes, and write new recipes with detailed insights is crucial.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years experience in a fast-paced, creative, professional culinary setting.
A comprehensive understanding of cookies/pastry is required.
Formal culinary degree/education is required.
An understanding of general food science.
Exemplary decorating skills and attention to detail when it comes to quality standards.
Utah Food Handlers Permit will be needed (company can help with the process).
Excellent communication skills; written and verbal.
Highly organized and self-motivated.
Time management skills.
Demonstrated ability to create structure and prioritize work.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, results-oriented culture.
Flexible and adaptable; able to work and thrive in ambiguity.
Team player.

Responsibilities

Execute daily tasks to elevate current recipes or bring new concepts to life.
Execute projects needed to uphold Crumbl’s efforts to produce the best desserts in the World.
Execute projects requiring knowledge and execution of both baking cookie and dessert recipes.
Execute recipes that adhere to the Crumbl Standards and are based on the priority of the dessert Calendar.
Document and note all developments, projects, and recipes to report to leadership.
Assist testing team and product management team to ensure quality execution of dessert recipes for assessment and testing.
Simultaneously follow a recipe and be organized with notes on changes.
Write new recipes with weight, processes, and insights as recipes are being developed.
Participate in cleaning, organization, and maintenance of the Test Kitchen alongside other bakers.
Pivot and take constructive criticism.