Culinary Content Project Manager And Recipe Developer

Culinary Content Project Manager and Recipe Developer

Culinary Content Project Manager and Recipe Developer

The role will be executing and owning projects that relate to our recipe, photo, and video content that reaches our consumers. This position will collaborate with cross-functional partners to develop content and serve as the production coordinator to execute these projects with a team of culinary professionals. This position will foster creativity, drive culinary advancements, meet business strategies, and contribute to the evolving landscape of food content.

Recipe and Content Development

• Culinary expert on recipe development.

• Create quarterly culinary content strategy brief that will be utilized across cross-functional partners to align content creation - marketing, brand marketing, media agencies, and corporate communications.

• Develop high quality recipes and menu concepts to meet defined objectives for various business needs.

• Manage recipe development process with members of the Culinary Center team to develop, test and ensure recipes are clear, concise and accurate.

• Make decisions on recipe style to reflect changes in kitchen practices and equipment.

• Create a variety of food content including written articles, photography, and videos.

• Conduct taste panel and incorporate feedback into finalized recipes.

Culinary Project Management

• Coordination, execution, and production of photo and video shoots-- including scheduling food stylist, photographer/videographer, props, groceries, etc.

• Culinary expert on food photography.

• Enforce accurate product representation and appetite appeal in food photography.

General Brand Support and Trends

• Trend and competitive product tracking.

• Understand brand strategies and how food content can meet business objectives.

• Develop industry connections, monitor industry trends and events, and understand how these may impact the business.

• Brainstorm, research, collaborate and help solve challenges with the culinary team.

• Research trends and create presentations that inform and influence.

• Remain up to date on industry, menu and food trends and translate findings into actionable insights.

Collaboration and Culinary Center Contributions

• Actively contribute to a collaborative department culture.

• Manage technicians and on-calls to execute projects.

• Maintain strong relationships across business functions to ensure open communication, teamwork, and strong partnerships.

• General Culinary Center projects as assigned.

Job Requirements

• 5+ years' experience in culinary field, including but not limited to recipe development, photography and videography.

• 4 year college degree.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.

• Creative mindset and open to new ideas.

• Attention to details.

• Excellent written and verbal skills.

• Advanced computer skills in programs such as PowerPoint, excel and design programs.

• Demonstrate a true passion for cooking, food and flavors.

• Demonstrate a strong background in culinary techniques, cooking methods and food safety.

• The ability and desire to taste, critique and provide honest feedback on a variety of foodservice and retail products, recipes and ingredients throughout the workday.

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root.

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.

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