R&D Chef

Job Description

Position: Product Development Chef (R&D Chef) Employment Type: Full-time Location: Guwahati, India We, at Frozzeto, are looking for an innovative and experienced Product Development Chef to drive new product innovation, improve existing recipes, and maintain quality standards for our frozen food range. The Key Roles and Responsibilities include:- New Product Development (NPD): Develop innovative frozen food products. Experiment with different ingredients, flavors, and techniques to enhance taste, texture, and reheating quality. Create recipes that scale well for mass production while maintaining consistency. Recipe Standardization & Optimization: Standardize recipes for frozen food to ensure consistent taste and texture. Optimize ingredient proportions and production techniques for efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Conduct trials to assess the effects of freezing, thawing, and reheating on product quality. Quality Assurance & Food Safety: Work with the food technologists to ensure products meet FSSAI and other regulatory standards. Monitor shelf-life stability and recommend improvements. Ensure proper handling and storage of raw materials to prevent contamination. Production Collaboration & Scaling: Coordinate with the manufacturing team to implement recipes on a large scale. Troubleshoot production challenges (e.g., ingredient behavior under freezing conditions). Maintain batch consistency in large-scale production. Market & Consumer Research: Stay updated with frozen food industry trends and competitor offerings. Conduct internal product tastings and feedback sessions. Adapt recipes based on consumer preferences and market demand. Qualifications Required: Culinary degree / Diploma in Food Science, Culinary Arts, or equivalent. Additional certification in Food Technology or Food Science (preferred). 3+ years of experience in food product development, especially in frozen or packaged food. Experience with freezing techniques (blast freezing, IQF) is a plus. Prior work in HORECA, large-scale kitchens, or food manufacturing (preferred) About Frozzeto: Frozzeto is a fast-growing frozen food brand specializing in ready-to-eat and ready-to-cook products. Our mission is to bring convenient, high-quality frozen meals to households, HORECA businesses, and institutional buyers across Northeast India and beyond. Job Type: Full-time Pay: ₹400,000.00 - ₹600,000.00 per year Schedule: Day shift Work Location: In person