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About Us: At Roligt , we are one among the few other entities which are striving to create honest circular food systems that does immense goodness to the patrons, farming community and people involved in the process and we do it with the philosophy of "PRIMIUM NON NOCERE" means first to no harm. With our brand Cocoworks, we are here to craft and create health-forward food and drink choices that actually taste amazing and carry the pride of having " NO NONSENSE stuff" in them . Our beverages, food choices are made with clean labels, meaning no hidden nasties , just honest ingredients for the conscious consumer and we apply minimal food processing techniques, sustainable packaging methodologies. As a young, dynamic startup, we’re scaling rapidly in the D2C space and redefining what it means to build a purpose-driven brand in India. If you’re looking to be part of something disruptive, impactful, and inspiring, welcome to your dream job. About the Role: We are seeking a creative and skilled Chef – NPD (New Product Development) to join our culinary innovation team in Hyderabad. The ideal candidate should be passionate about food innovation with hands-on experience in developing fruit-based beverages, smoothies, healthy meals, and desserts. A strong background in pastry and modern healthy cuisines is highly desirable. You will be responsible for conceptualizing, developing, testing, and refining recipes and food products that align with market trends, customer expectations, and our brand’s health-focused philosophy. Key Responsibilities: Develop and test new recipes and product concepts, especially in the categories of: Fruit-based beverages and smoothies, Healthy meals and cuisines (plant-based, low-calorie, nutrient-rich), Desserts and pastry items with a modern and healthy twist Research global food trends and consumer preferences to inspire product innovation Work closely with nutritionists, R&D, and production teams to ensure nutritional balance, scalability, and cost-efficiency of recipes Conduct tastings, product trials, and standardization of recipes Source high-quality ingredients and experiment with innovative flavor profiles Document detailed recipes and processes for handover to production Maintain high food hygiene and safety standards during development Collaborate with marketing teams for product presentations and launches Requirements: Degree/Diploma in Culinary Arts, Hotel Management, or related field 3–6 years of experience as a Chef, with a strong background in NPD, pastry, or beverage development Proven experience in developing fruit-based beverages, smoothies, desserts, and healthy cuisines Strong creative and sensory skills to identify and balance flavors and textures Knowledge of food safety standards, kitchen operations, and modern cooking techniques Team player with strong communication and presentation skills Passionate about healthy eating and culinary innovation Work Environment: Full-time role based in Hyderabad Collaborative kitchen & lab environment Opportunities to contribute to brand-building and nationwide product rollouts Show more Show less
