Research & Development (F&B) Specialist

We are looking for a creative and technical

R&D Specialist

to lead the innovation of our new Toast and Sandwich line. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing delicious, high-quality recipes, optimizing production costs, and ensuring all products meet food safety standards while maintaining the "WaoW" brand's signature appeal.

PLACEMENT : GADING SERPONG

ABLE TO JOIN AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

Key Responsibilities

Product Innovation:

Develop and test new recipes for toast, sandwiches, fillings, and spreads from ideation to final commercialization.

Sensory Evaluation:

Conduct organoleptic testing (taste, texture, aroma, and visual appeal) to ensure product consistency and "crave-ability".

Shelf-Life & Stability:

Perform stability tests to ensure sandwiches remain fresh and bread maintains its integrity during delivery or display.

Cost Optimization (COGS):

Source and evaluate raw materials to achieve the best flavor profiles while meeting the company’s profit margin targets.

Standard Operating Procedures (SOP):

Create detailed production manuals and train the kitchen/store teams on how to assemble products consistently.

Regulatory Compliance:

Ensure all ingredients and final products comply with BPOM and Halal certification standards.

Market Research:

Stay ahead of food trends to suggest seasonal menus or limited-time offers (LTO) that resonate with the Jabodetabek market.

Requirements

2–3 years of experience in R&D within F&B chain businesses.

Strong product development and testing capability.

Excellent English communication skills (written & spoken); Chinese is a plus.

Bachelor’s degree (Food Science and Technology, Pharmacy, etc).

Deep understanding of bread chemistry, moisture barriers (to prevent sogginess), and sauce emulsification.

Creative yet data-driven. Must be able to translate a "tasty idea" into a scalable, mass-produced product.

Strong project management skills and the ability to work under tight deadlines for new product launches.

Willing to commute.

Jakarta, ID

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