Kitchen Manager #26-25041

• Manage the receiving and storage of samples in the Test Kitchen including unpacking boxes and logging samples into the internal database
• Manage photography of all first production samples
• Manage verification of product preparation instructions
• Product Development & Sensory Program
• Lead the cooking preparation and presentation of samples for the Product Development and Sensory teams
• Work with Product Developers to assist in product cuttings and First Production Evaluations including setup and breakdown

• Adhere to all Test Kitchen policies and procedures
• Manage and maintain the organization and cleanliness of the Test Kitchen
• Assure accuracy and integrity of information by upholding client core values quality and brand standards

• Manage Test Kitchen equipment including scales ovens thermometers and microwaves ensuring they are calibrated regularly
• Maintain an inventory of Test Kitchen supplies and assist in ordering replacements as needed
• Process Improvement & Technical Support
• Aid in continuous improvement through interdepartmental communication and project monitoring
• Collect and route supporting technical information as necessary to support team administration
• Perform other miscellaneous product development and administrative duties as necessary

• Must adhere to company dress code and standards of production kitchen dress and PPE (personal protective equipment).
• Must follow all food safety and sanitation procedures as outlined.
• Standing and walking for extended periods of time.
• Regular use of the following motions: bending twisting squatting climbing reaching lifting.
• Repetitive use of hands and arms.
• Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals.
• Exposure to and work within varying temperatures and conditions (walk-in coolers and freezers near ovens and smokers etc.).
• Exposure to continuous background noise and occasional loud noises.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights weekends and holidays as needed.
• Ability to use tools and equipment including knives and box cutters
• Unassisted lifting of up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously and deliver against rapid timelines
• Must be detail-oriented and extremely organized with the ability to anticipate team needs
• Computer proficiency and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent communication skills and ability to excel in team settings
• Good typing skills and accuracy

• Experience in product development and/or quality assurance
• Understanding of and experience in general food/manufacturing processing and laboratory techniques
• A passion for food and strong culinary skills

• Bachelors or Associates degree in Food Science Culinary Arts Nutrition Quality Assurance or a related field from an accredited university
• 1-2 years of experience working in the consumer-packaged goods industry
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously and deliver against rapid timelines
• Must be detail-oriented and extremely organized with the ability to anticipate team needs
• Excellent communication skills and ability to excel in team settings
• Computer proficiency and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications
• Good typing skills and accuracy

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