Research and Development Specialist

Leslie Corporation is an established food manufacturer and distributor founded in 1960 from the Philippines. We are one of the country’s largest leading snack manufacturing companies, operating several modern and fully automated plants. With over 50 years of experience, we continuously strive to deliver quality and value-filled offerings to our customers.

We are composed of three major business units:

Snack Food Division – known for iconic Filipino snacks like Clover Chips

Agribusiness Division – operating Leslie Farms, a modern swine production business

Food Service Division – the home of Minute Burger, BBQ Bob, and Butcher Bob

This opportunity is with our Food Service Division (FSD)—a fast-growing and dynamic unit focused on serving everyday happiness through great food experiences. FSD is the team behind Minute Burger, a pioneer in Buy 1, Take 1 burgers with over 600 stores nationwide, and BBQ Bob, which brings delicious barbeque meals to Filipino customers. We're dedicated to quality, affordability, and innovation as we expand our footprint in the quick-service and food franchising industry.

Join us in creating everyday happiness!

Job Summary

The Research and Development Specialist focuses on product research and process development, improvement of new and best-selling products for its assigned category.

Main Duties/Responsibilities

• Leads in the development and improvement of assigned product categories.
• Coordinates with and assists other R&D Specialists to ensure required parameters of assigned product category and process development and improvement projects, including reformulation and re-engineering are met.
• Recommends and implements the review/study of food manufacturing equipment, process improvements or alternative raw materials for upgrading or updating for commercialization.
• Responsible for leading innovation projects related to quality consistency and process and cost improvement of assigned products.

Job Qualifications

• BS Food Technology Grad or BS Major in Food Technology
• Have at least 1 year of experience in Recipe Development in baking and/or meat lines
• Self-motivated individuals with a keen sense of leadership, able to problem-solve on their own and with a team.
• Loves to cook and eat

Application Question(s):

• How much is your expected salary?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Professional Food Technologist (PFT) (Preferred)

Location:

• Mabalacat, Pampanga (Preferred)

Work Location: In person