The Company

This widely known food manufacturer in the chilled sector produces pioneering products for prestigious retail customers. They are looking for a talented and devoted Head Development Chef to lead their creative NPD team.

The Role

In this exciting and challenging role you will be developing inspirational recipes and new product ranges according to customer briefs. Working at pace, whilst nurturing a small team of Development Chefs, you will take responsibility for the management of projects in line with key company objectives. This will include organising taste panels to ensure your products are great tasting as well as high quality and using feedback to improve recipes for new-to-market ranges.

You will accurately oversee and document all stages of concept development including the sourcing of new raw materials, ensuring supplier approval and quality standards are met. In addition you will be liaising closely with key retail customers by presenting new concepts and communicating project milestones.

The Person

We are looking for a talented Development Chef who has gained invaluable NPD experience in a food manufacturing environment. You will have worked in a chilled category, and have a history of meeting retail customer briefs. A strong desire to develop a team of creative development chefs, coupled excellent communication and presentation skills.

You will have a broad knowledge of the food industry where you can identify innovation opportunities, thinking outside the box to achieve market success.

If you are inspired by food and are looking to use your culinary passion to make an impact with a prominent food business then apply now or call us on 0345 2600 737 for more information.

Ref: W6769

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Due to the large number of applications our opportunities attract, it sometimes takes us time to thoroughly review and consider them all. We endeavour to respond to every application within 5 working days, however if you have not heard from us within this timeframe, we are sorry to say your application for the role has not been successful. To support you in showcasing your best self, we make sure that any necessary accommodations, whether physical or non-physical, are provided to assist you throughout the job application and interview process.

Also, please note that we are only able to accept and respond to applications from candidates with eligibility to work in the UK and those who hold valid work visas.