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OverviewS'more About The TeamWe are looking for an R&D Chef to create and iterate new and existing recipes as we grow the product footprint of our newest brand, Factor: a healthy, ready-to-heat meal delivery service. Were seeking a culinary expert to create, iterate, and improve our cuisine, delighting our customers taste buds and providing optimal nutrition in the process. These recipes will need to be readily produced in large volumes while maintaining integrity and presentation before, during, and after transit, requiring an equal balance of creative rigor and operational excellence. Our R&D Chefs work closely with Production, Product, Procurement, and Menu Planning teams to develop, test, launch, and optimize new and existing recipes, using customer feedback and performance metrics to align with performance, cost, and complexity constraints. Ongoing sensory testing and analysis, working with production and procurement teams, to improve ingredient and process quality in line with cost and quality objectives. We are looking for entrepreneurial minds who are passionate, result-driven, have a strong team spirit, and will take on diverse challenges to pioneer the ever changing food industry. ResponsibilitiesDrive Meal (Product) Development: Work directly with our Executive Chef, Product Manager, and Registered Dietitians to create products that meet guidelines (cost, ingredients, caloric/nutritional, time constraints, and operational complexity)Design new meals that fit our nutrition philosophy and our customers preferencesLeverage knowledge of nutrition principles, food production methods, seasonal ingredients, etc. into recipe development that maintains quality on high-throughput lines, travels well when delivered via shipping partners, and is optimized for taste, cost and experienceUtilize customer data and feedback to evolve meals and the development process; continuous improvement of products is required Provide Quality Assurance and Supervision: Work with production kitchen management and staff to execute new recipes and implement improvements to existing recipes; ensure finished products meet specifications and support with taste testing and QA during production Collaborate with Procurement and Operations: Ensure best quality ingredients while minimizing costs; diagnose root causes of quality issues reported by customers; assist in new ingredient testing and sensory evaluation and approval Evaluate Customer Feedback and Drive Product Improvement: Analyze customer feedback to improve or develop meals; seek extensive feedback on accessibility and flavors; participate in weekly culinary meetings and tastings; collaborate with other chefs to improve dishes; perform other duties as assigned QualificationsDegree or diploma in culinary arts, culinary science, or a similar field3+ years experience in corporate food R&D and/or running a commissary or large restaurant/banquet/cateringHighly organized and detail-oriented; able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlinesStrong understanding of local and broader Canadian taste profiles, culinary trends, and preferencesKnowledge of key dietary lifestyles such as ketogenic, low/slow carb, vegan and vegetarianPassion for staying up to date on current nutrition scienceEntrepreneurial with an ownership mindset and ability to work in small teamsCurious, innovative, and committed to continuous improvementCustomer orientation and awareness of impact on internal and external customers Benefits & PerksBox Discount: 75% off 1 box per week on HelloFresh and Chefs Plate, 50% off FactorHealth & Wellness: Health & Dental benefits from day 1, Health Spending Account, Headspace access, 25% discount on GoodLife membershipsVacation & PTO: Generous vacation and PTOFamily Benefits: Parental leave top-upGrowth & Development: Career progression support and L&D fundWork Environment: Team socials and company eventsDiversity & Inclusion: ERGs and DEI initiatives Working ArrangementsFlexible Hybrid Approach: Remote work flexibility with in-office days as needed, minimum 2 days in office per week (23 days for most teams) Working ConditionsWe use ingredients that may be common allergens. Depending on location, exposure to allergens is possible. If you have concerns, please disclose during the hiring process. How to ApplyInterested in joining the HelloFresh team? Apply with your application in PDF format today. HelloFresh Canada uses AI-integrated technology to help process applications. Final decisions are made by our hiring team. This posting is for an existing vacancy; we are actively seeking to fill this position. Mississauga, ON Pay Range: $65,000$75,000 CAD #J-18808-Ljbffr