About Calo (https://calo.app/)   Launched in Bahrain in November of 2019, Calo is on a mission to make healthy easy. We’re a team of dedicated people driving this mission by providing better, faster, and cheaper ways to access food through technology.  Role overview To function as a New Product Development (NPD) Chef for Calo and contribute to long-term food product development that aligns with the organizational goals and objectives.  e.g. new product development and the expansion of existing product lines. You’ll be working closely with the R&D team to formulate and test new recipes and to improve existing recipes.  Main Responsibilities Daily responsibilities  + Managing new product development projects by researching consumer markets, and developing new product concepts and prototypes. + Brainstorming ideas for new products or existing product modifications/add-ons  + Analyzing and evaluating trial results to make the necessary adjustments to ingredients, formulations, processes, and equipment prior to full-scale production. + To make and manage samples creation when requested + To create each product with full insight of Shelf life, allergens, ingredients cost and process. + Ensures that the stations are kept in a clean and orderly fashion + Ensures that all equipment within the R&D space is correctly handled and maintained + Establishes and maintains effective employee relations + Complies with Calo Health, Safety & Hygiene policy + Performs related duties and special projects as assigned Ideal Candidate Qualifications  + The candidate should have a minimum of 5 years of experience as a CDP or sous chef + Must be able to able to initiate, plan and implement new product development projects + Following recipes and formulations to create and evaluate product samples  + Experience with multiple cuisines or fusion cuisines is a major plus + Able to communicate well in English + Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel) Knowledge and competency + Knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, and procedures. + Create and maintain an efficient, hygienic, and positive working environment + Display good work ethic, resourcefulness, and organization + Must be able to work under pressure and manage time accordingly  + Ensure quality control and efficient workflow + Familiarity with the industry’s best practices + Strong time-management skills, able to finish tasks in a timely manner, and stick to deadlines. Personality + Strong communicator  + Eager to learn  + Friendly and pleasant personality that is able to work with empathy and patience with other team members + Punctuality  Powered by JazzHR