Temporary Recipe Assistant/Developer

Be Part of What's Next

Bring creative recipes to life for one of the most recognized food brands in media. As a Temporary Recipe Assistant/Developer, you'll help develop engaging, reliable recipes and support photo and video productions that inspire millions of home cooks.

About Hearst Magazines (Why Us?)

Hearst Magazines is one of the largest publishers in the world, with a portfolio of more than 30 brands reaching millions of readers across print, digital, video, social, and experiential platforms. Our iconic brands connect with passionate audiences through trusted storytelling, innovative content, and industry-leading partnerships. Join a collaborative team that's shaping the future of media through creativity, quality, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)

• Develop recipes in accordance with Delish best practices, ensuring consistency, quality, and audience appeal.
• Assist food stylists during photo and video shoots to help execute recipes and prepare sets for production.
• Prepare ingredients, organize materials, and support efficient recipe testing and production workflows.
• Follow established recipe development standards to ensure accuracy, clarity, and repeatability.
• Collaborate with editorial, culinary, and production teams to meet project deadlines.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and food-safe workspace throughout recipe testing and shoot preparation.
• Support multiple assignments simultaneously while adapting to changing priorities as needed.

Qualifications (What We're Looking For)

• Approximately 2+ years of experience in recipe development, test kitchens, food media, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience preparing recipes for editorial, digital, or consumer-facing audiences is preferred.
• Strong culinary skills with attention to detail and recipe accuracy.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable supporting both recipe development and food styling/photo or video production.
• This is a remote position.

The hourly rate for this role is $30.00/hour. This position is not eligible for bonus or commission compensation. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, qualifications, and location.

Hearst Magazines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

#LI-DNI