Under the direction of the Director of Research & Development the R&D Chef will execute daily tasks meant to elevate current recipes or bring new concepts to life as well as any projects needed to uphold Crumbl’s efforts to produce the best desserts in the World.
Duties and Responsibilities
Ability to hear the description of a new idea or receive a brief of a concept and can execute the project to create an accurate recipe.
Responsible for helping the Director of Research & Development with special projects. Special Projects will require knowledge and execution of both baking cookie and dessert recipes.
Execute recipes that adhere to the Crumbl Standards and are based on the priority of the dessert Calendar as directed by R&D leaders.
Document and note all developments, projects, and recipes to report to the manager of Research & Development, Director of R&D, and other leaders in appropriate internal communication tools.
Assists testing team and product management team to ensure quality execution of dessert recipes for assessment and testing.
Ability to simultaneously follow a recipe and be organized with notes on changes.
Write new recipes with weight, processes, and insights as recipes are being developed.
Cleaning, organization, and maintenance of the Test Kitchen alongside other bakers.
Ability to pivot and take constructive criticism.
Qualifications
Minimum 2 years experience in a fast-paced, creative, professional culinary setting.
A comprehensive understanding of cookies/pastry is required.
Formal culinary degree/education is required
An understanding of general food science
Exemplary decorating skills and attention to detail when it comes to quality standards
Utah Food Handlers Permit will be needed and we can help with the process if you don't have a UT permit.
Excellent communication skills; written and verbal
Highly organized and self-motivated
Time management skills
Demonstrated ability to create structure and prioritize work
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, results-oriented culture
Flexible and adaptable; able to work and thrive in ambiguity
Team player
