CORPORATE RESEARCH CHEF - Join the Team!

Pilgrim's is recognized as the second largest chicken producer globally, with extensive operations spanning the United States, Puerto Rico, Mexico, and the United Kingdom. The company excels in processing, preparing, packaging, and delivering fresh, further-processed, and value-added poultry products to customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim's proudly supports a vast network of over 5,200 family farmers and employs more than 50,000 people. Its corporate headquarters is located in picturesque Greeley, Colorado, at the JBS USA office, where approximately 1,200 employees benefit from a sunny climate with over 300 days of sunshine annually. Pilgrim's mission is to achieve excellence in every aspect of its work, emphasizing superior product quality and service, fostering trusted supplier relationships, ensuring shareholder profitability, and providing opportunities for the growth and betterment of every team member. The company values core principles such as availability, determination, discipline, humility, ownership, simplicity, and sincerity to guide its operations. The Corporate Research Chef role at Pilgrim's presents a dynamic opportunity for culinary professionals to deliver innovative culinary solutions both internally and for external customers. Based in the corporate office in Greeley, Colorado, this role is pivotal to driving product innovation through comprehensive product benchmarking, data collection, and prototype development. The Corporate Research Chef will actively lead and execute food shows, ideate customer menu solutions that balance consumer appeal with operator ease, and maintain an extensive recipe archive for food service and retail applications. Success in this position demands strong communication skills, the ability to thrive in fast-paced team settings, and a passion for food innovation. This salaried position offers a base salary range between $79,000 and $90,000 and is eligible for participation in the Company's annual bonus plan, which varies based on incentive program terms. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning after 60 days of employment, paid time off including sick leave, vacation, and six observed holidays, as well as a 401(k) plan with company matching available after the first year of service. Additionally, the role requires willingness to travel up to 40% across the United States to engage with customers and stakeholders. The position supports career growth opportunities within Pilgrim's expanding operations. The company emphasizes a safe and secure environment, conducts thorough background and drug screenings pre-employment, and complies with all employment eligibility verification requirements. Candidates with a strong culinary background, excellent public speaking, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and virtual communication tools will thrive in this role. Pilgrim's commitment to innovation and quality makes this an ideal position for a driven culinary professional eager to contribute to the world’s leading poultry producer.

• BS degree or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years of relevant culinary experience
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and virtual communication platforms
• Familiarity with project management software preferred
• Understanding of food safety regulations
• Willingness to travel nationally up to 40%
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Ability to perform job duties with or without accommodation