Recipe & Development Specialist
Location
Ames, IA
Job Type
Full-time
Category
other-general
Posted
June 24, 2026
Position Title:Recipe & Development Specialist
Job Group:Professional & Scientific
Required Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of related experience
Job Description:Ready to take your culinary skills beyond the line and into something bigger?
Iowa State University Dining is hiring a Recipe & Development Specialist to join our team. This is not your typical culinary role. In this position, you will step outside of day-to-day production and help shape how food is prepared across our residential dining locations. You will take ideas—from students, staff, and existing menus—and turn them into clear, scalable recipes that work in real kitchens during real service. Because this role supports multiple locations and meal periods, flexibility is important, including occasional schedule adjustments based on operational needs.
We are looking for someone who thrives in a busy kitchen and enjoys t...
Job Group:Professional & Scientific
Required Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of related experience
Job Description:Ready to take your culinary skills beyond the line and into something bigger?
Iowa State University Dining is hiring a Recipe & Development Specialist to join our team. This is not your typical culinary role. In this position, you will step outside of day-to-day production and help shape how food is prepared across our residential dining locations. You will take ideas—from students, staff, and existing menus—and turn them into clear, scalable recipes that work in real kitchens during real service. Because this role supports multiple locations and meal periods, flexibility is important, including occasional schedule adjustments based on operational needs.
We are looking for someone who thrives in a busy kitchen and enjoys t...