On Call Recipe Developer

On Call Recipe Developer

The Culinary Center is hiring a flexible, on-call recipe developers to support recipe development and product testing across retail, food service and K-12 initiatives.

This role is ideal for a culinary professional who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working across both the creative and technical sides of test kitchen responsibilities.

This position is an on-call/part time role, ranging from 5 - 15 days/month with no guaranteed hours.

Daytime hours are generally 8am - 4:30pm.

Work is done on-site at the Culinary Center in Arden Hills, MN.

Scheduling is based on project timelines and business needs

Pay Rate: $40.00 - $70.00 per hour based on experience.

Key Responsibilities


* Develop and test recipes that align with the project objectives, product strategy, and the end-user needs


* Use the established recipe development process from initial concept through finalization including multiple test rounds as needed.


* Write clear, accurate, and repeatable recipes, adhering to style guidelines, including ingredients, preparation steps, yield, headnotes etc.


* Visualize finished recipe for photography and video, with the understanding of composition, styling, and appetite appeal, as key elements during development.


* Prepare and organize food for photo and video shoots, including execution of final recipes, for pre-pro tasting and production days.


* Provide recipe and food details for pre-production decks, storyboards, or shoot planning documents.


* Collaborate closely with Culinary Center Team members, project managers, and technicians to meet timelines and quality standards


* Follow all food safety, sanitation, and kitchen operating procedures.

Required Qualifications


* Strong culinary foundation gained through experience in a professional kitchen, test kitchen, catering business, or similar environment


* Demonstrated experience in recipe development, testing, and documentation


* Exceptional attention to detail and ability to clearly document work digitally


* Comfort working with Microsoft Office programs, spreadsheets, and shared documentation tools


* Ability to translate a recipe concept into a finished, visually compelling dish


* Interest in both the science and artistry of cooking, including flavor development and execution


* Ability to taste, evaluate, and provide constructive feedback on recipes and products


* Reliable availability during standard business hours as projects require

Preferred Qualifications


* Familiarity with pre‑production planning for food content


* Background in food styling or visual food presentation


* Experience working in a corporate culinary or product development environment


* Experience supporting food photography or video shoots

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