Who is Taco Bell?

Taco Bell was born and raised in California and has been around since 1962. We went from selling everyone's favorite Crunchy Tacos on the West Coast to a global brand with 8,500+ restaurants, 350 franchise organizations, that serve 42+ million fans each week around the globe. We're not only the largest Mexican-inspired quick service brand (QSR) in the world, we're also part of the biggest restaurant group in the world: Yum! Brands .

Much of our fan love and authentic connection with our communities are rooted in being rebels with a cause. From ensuring we use high quality, sustainable ingredients to elevating restaurant technology in ways that hasn't been done before... we will continue to be inclusive, bold, challenge the status quo and push industry boundaries.

We're a company that celebrates and advocates for different, has bold self-expression, strives for a better future, and brings the fun while we're at it. We fuel our culture with real people who bring unique experiences. We inspire and enable our teams and the world to Live Más.

At Taco Bell, we're Cultural Rebels. Want to join in on the passion-fueled fun? Learn more about the career below.

About the Job:

Reporting to the Sr. Associate Manager of Product Development (LMC & Core Beverages), this product developer is responsible for creating, developing and commercializing new beverage products & ingredients for the US. Taco Bell is known for Innovation as this developer will focus on areas hunting for new ideas to fulfill the Beverage pipeline along with new food offering into LMC. This individual will influence and collaborate with partners inside and outside the business, including Operations, Brand Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, Supplier Partners, and Chefs to ensure all new programs meet the consumer, operations, and financial goals. An ideal candidate for this role will be a creative thinker with an ability to collaborate and convert ideas into real products with trending beverages/food in mind applicable to TB LMC and in restaurants today.

The Day-to-Day:
Inspire, create, and develop trend-setting beverage ingredients, from prototype to commercialized. Ensure they meet our consumer, operations, and financial needs Participate in Product Development team working sessions, sharing, collaborating and building on ideas and prototypes Collaborate with brand marketing, and consumer insights peers understanding beverage cost of sales targets and guardrails Partner with PD, Commercialization, QA & Restaurant Food Safety to maintain quality and safety standards, and are thoroughly tested to confirm Follow and create project timelines and problem solve when required to ensure programs hit deadlines Proactively identify the needs, design, execution of product showings and development sessions. Assist/participate in product evaluations, competitive analysis, and special events Manage multiple suppliers and vendors, providing clear direction, feedback, and next steps Deliver presentations with a high degree of competence in a clear concise manner both written and verbally in front of leadership and large audiences
Is This You?
BA/BS or higher required; Science degree preferred in either Food science, Culinary, Chemistry or related education is required 3-5+ years work experience in beverage and food product development for restaurant and/or manufacturer Team player who has strong ability to communicate clearly and effectively, as well as work efficiently and adapt to styles of a wide range of peers and partners Creative innovator with a knowledge and passion for food Solutions-orientated developer who can manage a fast-paced environment, handle multiple projects simultaneously and pivot as needed to meet deadlines Ability to inspire, engage, develop with a cross functional team Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications In person 3-5 days a week
Work-Hard, Play-Hard:
Hybrid work schedule (onsite expectation Tues, Wed, Thurs) and year-round flex day Friday Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons Onsite dining center and game room (yes, there is a Taco Bell inside the building) Onsite dry cleaning, laundry services, carwash, Onsite gym with fitness classes and personal trainer sessions Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidays and time off for volunteering Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program 401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands with immediate vesting Comprehensive medical & dental including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care Discounts, free food, swag and... honestly, too many good benefits to name
Salary Range : $98,400-$112,000 annually + bonus eligibility + benefits

The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.

At Taco Bell, we Live Más and invite you to do the same. Take a seat at our table. Bring your voice. Bring you, just as you are, a Cultural Rebel. We want you to be your best self!

Taco Bell is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging for all dimensions of diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other protected characteristic.

Taco Bell is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities or special needs.

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