Culinary Scientist

Chew is a mission-driven food and beverage innovation company founded on the notion that consumers shouldn't have to choose between what tastes great, and whats good for you.

DELICIOUS. NUTRITIOUS. SUSTAINABLE. PROFITABLE. SCALABLE.

We are looking for a balance between creative and pragmatic - someone self-motivated and driven to explore new ways of creating mutually beneficial partnerships, someone who is team-oriented and obsessed with details done with excellence. You will possess a strong knowledge of the food industry and be on top of the latest food trends. This is an opportunity to dream big and help create food that will change the world!

We partner with major industry players who want truly disruptive and impactful innovation, and who desire our experience, flexibility, and focus. We break down barriers with a fresh perspective, deep and varied expertise, and creative problem solving to tackle challenges at every step of the go-to-market process creating products that are delicious, nutritious, sustainable, profitable, and scalable.

To do this, we surround ourselves with people who are both inspired and inspiring.

As a Culinary Scientist, you will have a high level of technical expertise and understanding of different cooking methods, ingredients, and cuisines. You will perform timely and accurate duties at the bench in formulation and processing, based on scientific principles and discipline, with the end goal of servicing the overall business strategy and development.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Support the culinary direction within the team and provide technical expertise in assigned projects
• Play an active role in all stages of product development, from ideation to manufacturing, including design of experiment, bench top development, and supporting scale up trials
• Ensure that all formulas, development notes and analysis are well-documented and accurate
• Ensure all products in development ladder to our five core pillars, with a focus on Delicious, Nutritious, & Sustainable.
• Stay on top of food trends, manufacturing processes, and culinary innovations
• Structure, host, and synthesize sensory evaluations of products in development and competitive samples

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO CHEW

For this role, were seeking candidates with the following qualifications:

• Degree in Food Science/ Culinology®/ Culinary Arts or related field
• 5-10 years of relevant professional experience within the food and beverage industry
• Hands-on experience in development of food formulation using laboratory instrumentation, pilot plant equipment, and scale-up a plus
• Ability to balance multiple project timelines and priorities

Other skills and attributes which will contribute to success in this role:

• Demonstrated high level of creativity and personal initiative
• A natural sense of inquisitiveness and curiosity
• A positive attitude and collaborative approach to accomplish team objectives and drive key projects to completion, including a willingness to wear multiple hats and step outside of regular job duties as needed
• Ability to effectively and accurately document and communicate results of research and analysis to peers and team leadership
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to lead technical teams; as developing subject matter expert in two or more of the following areas: beverage, bakery, chocolate, freezing, gastronomy, HPP etc.
• Experience in food ingredient technology including but not limited to hydrocolloids, proteins, starches, and emulsifiers preferred
• Ability to identify technical and project opportunities, and navigate complex business relationships or situations

REWARDS & BENEFITS:

• Competitive Base Salary, commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits. In addition to a TalkSpace Subscription.
• 410k + company match
• Education assistance
• Flexible PTO
• Employee Appreciation Programs
• Immense professional growth potential, working on the most innovative developments and products of your career.

Chew is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.