Commercialization Manager

Job Summary:

The commercialization manager is responsible for translating recipe concepts from our R&D chefs into scalable, high-quality products for mass production and monitoring their success through the production process.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with R&D chefs to understand recipe concepts and requirements for scaling while maintaining taste, quality, and consistency.
• Conduct comprehensive recipe analysis to identify potential challenges and opportunities for optimization in mass production.
• Develop scaled-up versions of recipes suitable for mass production, ensuring compliance with food safety, regulatory, and quality standards.
• Coordinate product trials with cross-functional teams, including production, procurement, and quality assurance, to refine processes and ensure successful implementation.
• Work closely with employees on the production floor to provide hands-on training and support, ensuring they understand and can execute scaled recipes effectively.
• Conduct sensory evaluations of scaled recipes to assess taste, texture, appearance, and overall quality and make necessary adjustments.
• Monitor factory recipe compliance and conduct ongoing commercialized recipe testing with employees on the production floor.
• Develop and document standardized procedures, specifications, and best practices for production processes to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Collaborate with suppliers to source high-quality ingredients and packaging materials that meet cost, quality, and sustainability requirements.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to production teams to facilitate continuous improvement in recipe execution and process efficiency.
• Stay informed about industry trends, technological advancements, and culinary innovations to drive continuous improvement in products and processes.
• Proactively identify opportunities for innovation and optimization to enhance product quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Food Science, or related field; advanced degree preferred
• Proven experience as a chef in a commercial kitchen or food manufacturing environment, with a focus on recipe development and scaling
• Strong understanding of food science principles, culinary techniques, and ingredient functionality
• Knowledge of food safety regulations, quality assurance standards, and HACCP principles
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Detail-oriented with a passion for excellence and continuous improvement.
• Experience with recipe management software and Microsoft Office Suite.