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Conagra Development Chef in Omaha, Nebraska
Do you have a passion for cooking and the desire to design new food products? Are you ready to demonstrate your culinary skills while working for a stable company with a fun work environment and great benefits? If so, we are looking for a Development Chef to join our team in Omaha, Nebraska!
As the Development Chef, reporting to the Senior Executive Chef, you will focus on assigned benchtop prototype development that supports long and short-term innovation pipeline needs. You will collaborate with food scientists, processing engineers and other technical partners to develop inspirational and commercializable food prototypes that enhance Conagra Brands’ portfolio of frozen, refrigerated, snacks and grocery offerings. Development Chef contributes to food thought leadership by spearheading the development and execution of innovative culinary trends that include event specific menu development, gold standard prototyping and storytelling that contribute to our broader culinary strategy. This role manages the core functions of the development process, including overseeing critical kitchen operations and coordinating all functions within the kitchen facility.
Position Responsibilities
Oversee Kitchen operations (sanitation, maintenance, & organization)
Lead and execute technical cuttings, focusing on the latest culinary trends
Collaborate with internal and external groups to arrange culinary-centric business functions
Partner with procurement to source new purveyors or specific ingredients to achieve business needs
Oversee inventory of ingredients used in the development process
Proactively stage ingredients for upcoming development sessions, focusing on culinary innovation
Input and maintain formulas on inter-department shared drive
Mentor and guide associate chefs in their culinary journey
Position Qualifications
Bachelor's in a culinary or related degree or equivalent experience.
3+ years related experience in the food industry such as restaurant or hospitality.
ACF or RCA certification preferred.
Experience in dealing with translation of gold standard to bench standard and development of new prototypes within specified parameters.
Advanced culinary skills with a focus on current trends.
Basic understanding of food science and technical application.
Ability to effectively develop prototypes with varying levels of guidance.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to travel up to 30%. Must be able to travel independently and as a responsible company representative.
Physical Requirements
Work in and around cramped/confined spaces
Climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders
Exposure to manufacturing environments for periodic extended work days to include: loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, and slippery conditions
Use of tools, equipment, and machinery
Driving a company or rental vehicle for up to 6 hours as needed
May travel up to 30% of time. Must be able to travel independently and as a responsible CAG representative
Exposure to food tasting and smells including all food allergens
We require applicants for this role to be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship either now or in the future.
This position is usually in the office Monday - Thursday (with some remote flexibility those days). Fridays are usually remote.
Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, 15 vacation days, 6 additional days off and 10 paid holidays. Check out our 401k plan too! Conagra will match 100% up to the first 6% of pay you save. The company will also provide a 3% non-elective contribution to your account regardless of your participation (that's 9%)!
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Our Benefits:
We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:
Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance
Wealth: great pay, incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
Growth: online courses, virtual and classroom development experiences
Balance: paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role)
Our Company:
Conagra Brands is one of North America's leading branded food companies. We have a rich heritage of making great food, and a team that’s passionate about innovation and growth. Conagra offers choices for every occasion through iconic brands, such as Birds Eye®, Marie Callender's®, Banquet®, Healthy Choice®, Slim Jim®, Reddi-wip®, and Vlasic®, and emerging brands, including Angie's® BOOMCHICKAPOP®, Duke's®, Earth Balance®, Gardein®, and Frontera®.
We pride ourselves on having the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in the food industry. For more information, visit www.conagrabrands.com (https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=2940510-1&h=2999397156&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.conagrabrands.com%2F&a=www.conagrabrands.com) .
Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law.