OverviewPurpose of the RoleThe Product Developer plays a key role in transforming chef-created gold standards into functional, testable product prototypes and recipes. This role is highly hands-on—supporting the development, iteration, and validation of MVPs (Minimum Viable Products) that bridge culinary intent with real-world technical feasibility.ResponsibilitiesPrototype and MVP Development:- Execute hands-on development of early culinary product prototypes based on direction from Chefs and senior product developers.- Works on simple projects in autonomy to deliver prototypes and scalable recipes- Support product evaluations, reformulations, and recipe adjustments to align with gold-standard targets- Document preparation parameters and product performance to support product iteration and scale-up.- Provide input on product handling, quality challenges and pack-out implications.- Organize samples, build variants, and prepare materials for sprint reviews and tastings.Collaboration & Scale-Up Support- Work closely with the Chefs, Process development, Supply Chain and quality teams to prepare products for pilot trials.- Support troubleshooting during early-stage co-manufacturing or test production runs.- Support the product development Managers in daily tasks for complex projects- Maintain accurate logs of formulas, build notes, test results, ingredients challenges and learnings, etc.- Ensure traceability and development hygiene for all product iterations.Success in This Role Looks Like- High-quality, well-documented prototypes delivered on time and within COGS- Strong collaboration and communication with culinary, technical,



and operational partners.- Rapid iteration with clear learnings feeding into the next development cycle.- Prototypes that are practical, consistent, and ready for handoff to senior developers or scale-up leads.Qualifications- Degree in Food Science, Culinary Innovation, Food Technology, Engineering, or related field preferred.- 7- 10 years of hands-on product development experience in food, culinary innovation, or R&D kitchens.- FSQA experience is a major plus- Strong practical culinary ability to prototype quickly and accurately.- Comfortable in fast-paced, ambiguous R&D environments.- Familiarity with pilot production or co-man processes is a plus.- Excellent organization, documentation, collaboration and communication skills.- Ability to find solutions and proactivity complete the profile- Degree in Food Science, Culinary Innovation, Food Technology, Engineering, or related field preferred.- 7- 10 years of hands-on product development experience in food, culinary innovation, or R&D kitchens.- FSQA experience is a major plus- Strong practical culinary ability to prototype quickly and accurately.- Comfortable in fast-paced, ambiguous R&D environments.- Familiarity with pilot production or co-man processes is a plus.- Excellent organization, documentation,



collaboration and communication skills.- Ability to find solutions and proactivity complete the profilePrototype and MVP Development:- Execute hands-on development of early culinary product prototypes based on direction from Chefs and senior product developers.- Works on simple projects in autonomy to deliver prototypes and scalable recipes- Support product evaluations, reformulations, and recipe adjustments to align with gold-standard targets- Document preparation parameters and product performance to support product iteration and scale-up.- Provide input on product handling, quality challenges and pack-out implications.- Organize samples, build variants, and prepare materials for sprint reviews and tastings.Collaboration & Scale-Up Support- Work closely with the Chefs, Process development, Supply Chain and quality teams to prepare products for pilot trials.- Support troubleshooting during early-stage co-manufacturing or test production runs.- Support the product development Managers in daily tasks for complex projects- Maintain accurate logs of formulas, build notes, test results, ingredients challenges and learnings, etc.- Ensure traceability and development hygiene for all product iterations.Success in This Role Looks Like- High-quality, well-documented prototypes delivered on time and within COGS- Strong collaboration and communication with culinary, technical, and operational partners.- Rapid iteration with clear learnings feeding into the next development cycle.- Prototypes that are practical, consistent, and ready for handoff to senior developers or scale-up leads.

📌 Product Developer, Culinary Innovation, Food Ventures (Barcelona)
🏢 PepsiCo
📍 Barcelona