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$121k–$152k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree, professional certificate
Health Insurance, Vision Insurance, Dental Insurance, 401k Matching, Paid Time Off, Incentive Pay
Posted 28d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end development of innovative food products from concept to commercialization while mentoring technical team members. Partner with customers and suppliers to solve formulation challenges and translate market trends into scalable solutions.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Food Science or a related field and at least 5 years of experience in culinary innovation or product development. Candidates must possess strong technical knowledge of ingredient functionality and the ability to work in a commercial kitchen environment.
Full job description
A Place Where People Matter.
Start your career journey with Univar Solutions! Here you can make an impact on the world around you and accelerate your career in areas that energize and excite you.
As the Lead Culinary Food Development Specialist, you will drive innovation across Univar Solutions’ food ingredient portfolio, leading both people and projects to translate emerging food trends into scalable, manufacturable solutions.
Blending culinary creativity with food science expertise, you will partner directly with customers, suppliers, and internal commercial teams to develop differentiated concepts, solve formulation challenges, and accelerate commercialization.
Based in our Innovation & Development Kitchen at The Hatchery in Downtown Chicago, this role serves as a visible technical leader, championing innovation, mentoring team members, and elevating Foodology by Univar Solutions as a strategic partner in the food industry.
What You’ll Do
Leadership & Collaboration
Lead and mentor culinary and technical team members, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous development
Serve as a key technical interface with customers and supplier partners, building strong, trust-based relationships
Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, and Product Management to align innovation efforts with business strategy
Innovation & Product Development
Lead end-to-end product development—from concept through prototype, validation, and customer presentation
Translate consumer trends and market insights into relevant, scalable product concepts
Solve complex formulation challenges using supplier ingredient portfolios
Develop prototypes that demonstrate ingredient functionality and support commercialization efforts
Customer & Market Engagement
Deliver compelling customer presentations, culinary trainings, and product demonstrations (in-person and virtual)
Represent Univar Solutions at industry trade shows and events, showcasing innovation and capabilities
Partner with marketing to create digital content, webinars, and promotional materials
Operational Excellence
Manage and prioritize a pipeline of innovation projects to accelerate customer adoption and revenue growth
Ensure accurate documentation, technical rigor, and timely, high-quality deliverables
Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant culinary lab environment
Operate commercial kitchen equipment and support scale-up considerations
What you´ll need:
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Culinary Science, or a related scientific field
Culinary certification preferred
5+ years of experience in food product development or culinary innovation
Demonstrated experience leading projects and/or mentoring team members
Strong knowledge of ingredient functionality, formulation, and commercialization processes
Experience with product scale-up, plant trials, and market launch readiness
Proven ability to translate trends into viable food products
Strong customer-facing presence with the ability to influence and inspire
Excellent presentation and storytelling skills
Business acumen across manufacturers, distributors, and end-use markets
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce)
Ability to stand for extended periods of time (up to 6–8 hours) while working in a commercial kitchen or lab environment
Ability to lift, carry, and move materials and equipment up to 50 lbs
Frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, and manual dexterity required for food preparation and equipment operation
Ability to work safely with commercial kitchen equipment (e.g., ovens, mixers, slicers)
Tolerance for working in environments with varying temperatures (e.g., hot cooking areas, refrigerated storage)
Ability to travel (up to 25%) and transport materials or demo kits as needed for customer visits, trainings, and tradeshows
Where you´ll work:
Downtown Chicago, IL. On-site.
Pay & Benefits:
The salary range for this role is USD 121,340 - 151,670. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be motivated by a variety of factors including the candidate’s proven experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. In addition, this position is eligible for incentive pay. Available employee benefits include health, vision, and dental. We also provide 401k matching for retirement and paid time off.
Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more. Our global team of more than 9,500 employeessupport our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!
We offer a Total Rewards packagethat includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering tosupport our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.
Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutionsfor the world around us so that we can do our part tohelp keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe!
We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry.
Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the hiring process, please contact us at [email protected].
Univar Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms (collectively Recruiting Firms). Recruiting Firms must enter into a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Univar Solutions prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. All searches must be initiated by Univar Solutions' Talent Acquisition team and candidates must be submitted via Applicant Tracking System (ATS) by approved vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless the aforementioned conditions have been met. Contacting our hiring managers directly is prohibited.
A global leader in specialty chemical and ingredient distribution
Industry
Chemical Manufacturing
Company size
5,001-10,000 employees
Founded
1924
Headquarters
Downers Grove, IL
LinkedIn followers
282,097
Univar Solutions is a leading global chemical and ingredient distributor and provider of value added services to customers across a wide range of industries. With a vast supplier network, deep market and regulatory knowledge, world-class formulation and recipe development, unparalleled logistics know-how, and industry-leading digital tools, Univar Solutions is a committed ally to customers and suppliers, helping them anticipate, navigate, and leverage meaningful growth opportunities.
Offices: 3075 Highland Parkway, #200, Downers Grove, IL 60515-1288, US · 10889 Bekay St, Dallas, TX 75238, US · 16959 118 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5V 1H3, CA · 15 N 3192 E, Idaho Falls, ID 83401, US · 2200 Chemin St-Francois, Dorval, QC H9P 1K2, CA
A global leader in specialty chemical and ingredient distribution
Industry
Chemical Manufacturing
Company size
5,001-10,000 employees
Founded
1924
Headquarters
Downers Grove, IL
LinkedIn followers
282,097
Univar Solutions is a leading global chemical and ingredient distributor and provider of value added services to customers across a wide range of industries. With a vast supplier network, deep market and regulatory knowledge, world-class formulation and recipe development, unparalleled logistics know-how, and industry-leading digital tools, Univar Solutions is a committed ally to customers and suppliers, helping them anticipate, navigate, and leverage meaningful growth opportunities.
Offices: 3075 Highland Parkway, #200, Downers Grove, IL 60515-1288, US · 10889 Bekay St, Dallas, TX 75238, US · 16959 118 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5V 1H3, CA · 15 N 3192 E, Idaho Falls, ID 83401, US · 2200 Chemin St-Francois, Dorval, QC H9P 1K2, CA