Pilot R&D is a food innovation and development company founded by chefs who have built and run the research and development labs of some of the world's best restaurants. After years of working independently and recognizing the immense value in their collaboration, the Pilot R&D team has come together to leverage their individual talent and resources to form a company that will drive food forward.
Pilot R&D collaborates with restaurants and food companies, from small startups to global corporations, either as an advisor or an external research and development team to improve existing products and techniques or provide the creative force to generate new ideas and drive those ideas through formulation to production. The diverse background and expertise of the Pilot R&D founders provides fertile ground for new ideas that may offer solutions to current problems, improvements to existing methods or opportunities for advancement in the food industry. From new products, techniques, culinary devices and technology to restaurant concepts and more, our Pilot Projects bring the latest innovations in food to market.