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**Culinary Development Chef**
San Francisco, CA / Product Development / Fulltime
Mission Barns is where some of the worlds smartest, most passionate people are pioneering the future of food. We are scaling up and optimizing our process to provide sustainable, safe, and humane meat products to the world.
We are a venture-backed startup with decades of experience in cell biology, tissue engineering, media development, food science, bioreactor design, and more. Were united by our collective drive to solve difficult problems, ask tough questions, and apply cutting-edge science and engineering. At Mission Barns, youll have the freedom to dream big and do the best work of your life. **Responsibilities**
+ Prioritize workflow to accommodate events, tastings, and product demonstrations.
+ Organize a workstation to work efficiently, cleanly, and in a manner reflective of Mission Barns Standards.
+ Fulfill deadlines in accordance with your direct supervisor's instruction.
+ Note taking and meticulous documentation.
+ Liaise with vendors and distributors to replenish ingredients or source new material.
+ Participate in product demonstrations, in house tastings, focus groups, and sensory panels.
+ Research and/or understand consumer trends
+ Translate challenges/trends into actionable culinary application
+ Offer extensive culinary skills for development projects
+ Lead culinary development projects (i.e. recipe development, culinary presentations)
+ Replicate current formulas.
+ Maintain inventory of both in house supplies and bench top prototypes.
+ Coordinate with other team members in efforts relating to accomplishing directives.
+ Able to work independently as well as within a team environment.
+ Multitask different projects while maintaining a high standard.
**Physical requirements**
+ Must be able to meet these requirements with or without accommodations
+ Ability to stand on your feet for up to 10 hours with legally required breaks, where applicable.
+ Ability to lift 50 pounds without assistance.
+ Ability to follow basic verbal directions as instructed by applicable supervisors and team members.
+ Ability to operate heavy machinery in a fast paced environment.
+ Ability to handle fluctuation in temperature associated with ovens, cooling environments, or sterile rooms.
+ 1-3 years experience in Culinary Arts, Food Science, Product Development, or related field.
+ B.S. in culinary arts, RCA, nutrition, or food science is a plus.