R&D Manager – Bakery & Pastry

About Us We are a Singapore-based food manufacturing and F&B retail group with a strong presence in the bakery and pastry industry. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a passionate and experienced R&D Manager to lead product innovation across our bakery and pastry range, spanning both manufacturing and retail channels. Job Summary The R&D Manager (Bakery & Pastry) will lead new product development, recipe standardization, and product improvement initiatives across our bakery and pastry portfolio. This role bridges manufacturing-scale production and F&B retail concepts, ensuring products are innovative, cost-effective, scalable, and consistently meet quality and food safety standards. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end new product development (NPD) for bakery and pastry items, from concept ideation to commercialization Develop and standardize recipes/formulations suitable for both factory-scale production and retail/outlet execution Conduct product trials, sensory evaluations, and shelf-life testing Work closely with Production, Quality Assurance, and Purchasing teams to ensure recipes are scalable and cost-efficient Source and evaluate new ingredients, ratios, and technology to improve product quality, shelf life, and cost structure Ensure all products comply with SFA (Singapore Food Agency) regulations, food safety standards, and labelling requirements Support retail/outlet teams with seasonal menu development, promotional items, and festive product launches Analyze market trends, competitor products, and consumer preferences to guide innovation direction Manage costing and margins for new and existing products Train and guide bakers/pastry chefs on new recipes and production techniques Maintain proper documentation of formulations, trial records, and product specifications Requirements Diploma/Degree in Food Science, Culinary Arts, Baking & Pastry, or related field Minimum 5 years of experience in bakery/pastry product development, with at least 2 years in a managerial or senior R&D role Strong technical knowledge of bakery and pastry production (breads, cakes, pastries, viennoiserie, etc.) Experience working with both factory/manufacturing-scale production and retail/F&B operations preferred Familiar with SFA food safety and labelling regulations Strong sensory evaluation skills and attention to detail Good understanding of ingredient functionality, costing, and shelf-life science Proficient in recipe documentation and standardization processes Strong leadership, communication, and cross-department collaboration skills Creative, hands-on, and passionate about food innovation Pay: $4,000.00 - $5,500.00 per month Work Location: In person