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Recipe Developer - Ninja Test Kitchen

Salary

$56k - $86k

Min Experience

2 years

Location

Needham, Massachusetts, United States

JobType

full-time

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About Us 

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 4,100 associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world. 

 

Position Summary: 

The Ninja Test Kitchen is looking for a Recipe Developer to join our vibrant group of global chefs and food scientists. Our team takes a unique approach to product development, blending culinary arts and the science of food. The Ninja Test Kitchen shapes the product roadmap, development and story creation. 

The Ninja Test Kitchen is highly collaborative, and team members are expected to contribute feedback and problem-solving ideas across all projects. Team members are expected to have a strong knowledge of the industry, to be familiar with the latest food trends, and to foster a curiosity for product development. 

This is a full-time position based in our Needham, MA office. 

Responsibilities, including but not limited to: 

  • Develop and test WOW recipes and charts to highlight products for culinary content; validate recipe changes from internal and external feedback  
  • Serve as the lead for assigned programs – know the product inside and out and translate that to recipe strategy.  
  • Support team with summits, in and offsite culinary testing, in office internal consumer testing and other recipe testing as needed 
  • Review and provide feedback on Ninja collateral, ensuring that all culinary content (internal and external) and QSG’s are properly written and reflect accurate product functionality, usage and story. Support with markups of recipe edits in editing system 
  • Own and update title list tracker document for assigned SKU’s 
  • Liase with GEN (Global Expert Network) chefs and recipe developers; update GEN tracker and support with outreach, paperwork, cost negotiation and opening PO’s 
  • Attends print, video, and/or social shoots as NTK representative on location as needed, ensuring recipes are highlighting the product and story  
  • Assists, attends and presents at internal and external events, as needed 

Qualifications: 

  • 2+ years of related culinary/marketing experience 
  • Degree from an accredited Culinary Arts program, or Culinology or Food Science or Nutrition; Bachelor’s Degree with a focus on Marketing or Communications; or combination of education and experience 
  • A mindset geared toward building relationships across multi-functional teams, coupled with excellent interpersonal skills 
  • Highly-effective communication skills – both written (presentation/email) and in-person (ability to host succinct, effective conversations that solve problems and ability to make effective presentations to all levels of management, including SharkNinja’s executive leadership team) 
  • High attention to detail; takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of their work 
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment 
  • A desire to learn and grow in a passionate environment.  The ability to embrace transparency and shifting priorities while learning from each decision and focusing on the path forward 
  • Recipe development, content creation and food writing experience 
  • Food styling or food photography experience a plus 
  • Willingness to travel to events as needed 

 

 

Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary range for this position is displayed below. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. 

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts (HSA) with company contribution, 401(k) retirement plan with matching, employee stock purchase program, life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, generous paid time off, company holidays, parental leave, identity theft protection, pet insurance, pre-paid legal insurance, back-up child and eldercare days, product discounts, referral bonus program, and more. 

 

Pay Range
$56,300—$86,300 USD

Our Culture

At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day.  Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won’t just launch products—we’ll disrupt entire markets.  

At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA. 

Learn more about us:  
Life At SharkNinja  
Outrageously Extraordinary 

SharkNinja Candidate Privacy Notice

 

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at accommodations@sharkninja.com

About the company

Designs and sells household appliances and beauty technology products

Skills

communication skills
content creation
interpersonal skills
product design
project management