Recipe Developer - Green Chef

Description:

• Conceptualize, develop, and deliver four innovative recipes each week within budgetary, nutritional, and processing constraints.
• Create and refine recipes for a variety of dietary needs, including Paleo, Gluten-Free, Vegan, and Keto.
• Develop standardized Total Time and Prep Time metrics, including clarifying notes for passive time.
• Establish and document time ranges for different experience levels and portion sizes.
• Document and track recipe development progress using online platforms and tools.
• Write clear, concise, user-friendly recipe instructions using standardized culinary language.
• Conduct benchtop testing, incorporate Culinary Team tasting feedback, and refine recipes using internal time-study data.
• Track multiple development checkpoints to ensure weekly deliverables are completed on time.
• Participate in weekly meetings with Culinary, Editorial, and Procurement teams to align on product goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across menu planning, photography, and social media to support launches.
• Analyze consumer data trends to inform recipe development and product decisions.
• Drive process improvements by identifying inefficiencies and recommending workflow enhancements.

Requirements:

• Culinary degree or certification from an accredited program; Food Science background is a plus.
• 2+ years of experience in recipe product development, food writing, culinary editing, or general food media.
• Experience developing recipes across multiple diets is required.
• Strong ability to adapt quickly to new processes and shifting priorities.
• Excellent time management and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides.
• Experience in Food Design Thinking, Data Science, Editorial, or Food Styling is a plus.
• Ability to work with brand-specific ingredients and use ingredient weights correctly.
• Comfort using time-study findings and other data to support decisions.
• Ability to meet deadlines with urgency and accountability.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with a 401(k) match that vests immediately upon participation.
• Generous PTO, including sabbatical, and parental leave of up to 16 weeks.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with $0 monthly options starting on the first day of employment.
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education after 2 years of service.
• Up to 85% discount on HelloFresh meal plan subscriptions.
• Access to employee resource groups for BIPOC, women, veterans, parents, and LGBTQ+ employees.
• Inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment in a fast-paced mission-driven company.
• New York pay range of $63,000 to $67,500 USD.