15 Sep Recipe Developer

We are currently headhunting for a client in Toronto seeking a talented and creative Recipe Developer to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for a culinary professional who is passionate about recipe creation, testing, and refinement, and who enjoys delivering inspiring and accessible recipes tailored to consumer needs.

About the Role

As a Recipe Developer, you will play a critical role in designing, testing, and finalizing recipes that align with the company’s brand vision and customer preferences. You will collaborate with a cross-functional team to ensure high-quality standards across all recipe content and support the Canadian market by adapting recipes for local tastes and culinary culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Research, develop, and test new recipes from concept to final product.
• Collaborate with the recipe development team to plan and create recipe content aligned with market needs.
• Ensure all recipes meet established quality standards and follow brand guidelines for both printed and guided cooking formats.
• Enter, edit, and update recipes in the Recipe Development Platform (RDPF).
• Review and update low-rated recipes, making improvements based on consumer feedback.
• Provide recipe content support for marketing initiatives and social media.
• Participate in international recipe projects, including the localization and adaptation of recipes for Canadian audiences.
• Keep up-to-date with culinary trends, nutritional guidelines, and safety standards in Canada.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English. Canadian French (an asset).
• Strong culinary background with medium to advanced cooking experience, particularly in everyday/family-style meals.
• Deep understanding of Canadian culinary culture and food trends.
• Excellent writing and editing skills with the ability to describe food in an engaging way.
• Experience in food/recipe testing and development.
• Project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Computer literate and comfortable using recipe management tools and online platforms.
• Willingness to taste and test recipes, with awareness of potential allergen exposure.

Additional Information

• Location: Toronto, ON (Head Office in Yorkville)
• Travel requirement: Less than 10%
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally and 20 lbs frequently
• This is a full-time, on-site position

Why Join Our Client’s Team?

• Work with a passionate, food-loving team in a creative and collaborative environment
• Contribute to meaningful projects that inspire home cooks
• Opportunity to grow and develop your culinary and project management skills