Freshot Robotics is innovating next-generation food automation systems and autonomous food bots. We are seeking a creative and analytical Chef - Food R&D to curate and optimize recipes that are compatible with automated dispensing, cooking, heating, and packaging systems in robotic food solutions. This is not a traditional kitchen chef role -- it is a product development & food science role with a strong focus on innovation and testing.
Roles & Responsibilities
-Recipe Development & Optimization
Create, test, and refine recipes specifically for robotic food automation platforms
Develop recipes that perform consistently in automated systems, considering variables such as:
texture, consistency, flow behavior
viscosity, coagulation, melting profiles
portion size, temperature tolerance
Modify standard culinary recipes for automated cooking and dispensing mechanisms
-Food Performance Analysis
Evaluate how food ingredients behave under robot dispensing and heating conditions
Study compatibility of ingredients with sensors, pumps, augers, conveyors, heaters
Document and analyze test results to improve performance
-Standardization & Documentation
Create detailed
standard operating procedures (SOPs)
for each recipe
Maintain accurate records of formulations, process parameters, and test outcomes
Prepare
recipe cards, ingredient specs, and quality checklists
-Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with mechanical, electrical, and firmware teams to ensure:
correct food handling in machine modules
seamless interfacing between food formulations and machine actions
Provide insights for machine design based on food behavior
Required Skills & Qualifications
Culinary background with interest in
food science & technology
Experience in recipe development, product testing, or R&D kitchens
Strong understanding of food ingredients, cooking dynamics, and texture behavior
Ability to work in a collaborative engineering environment
Excellent documentation and analytical skills
Comfortable working from
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in food automation, cloud kitchens, or food tech startups
Coursework or certification in food science, sensory evaluation, or product development
Knowledge of FSSAI or relevant food safety standards
About Freshot Robotics
We are pioneers in
food automation robotics
, developing intelligent platforms that prepare and serve food with high consistency and quality.