Are you a passionate chef ready to step out of the kitchen and into product development?
We are working with an innovative, fast-growing food business looking for a Development Chef to join their culinary team. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone with a strong chef background who’s curious about how products go from concept to launch.
You don’t need food manufacturing experience — just a love of food, creativity, and a willingness to learn.
Key Responsibilities.
* Supporting the creation of new and exciting food concepts
* Preparing samples for customer presentations and internal reviews
* Getting hands-on with kitchen trials and product development
* Learning the full NPD process from concept to launch
* Keeping the development kitchen running smoothly day-to-day
People Profile.
* Experience working as a chef in a professional kitchen
* A genuine passion for food trends and innovation
* Organised, proactive and happy juggling multiple projects
* A real team player with great communication skills
Why this role?
* Perfect first step from hospitality into food manufacturing
* Work on products supplied to major global markets
* Be part of a business that genuinely values innovation, quality and creativity
If you’re a chef who’s always wondered “how do these products actually get made?” — this could be exactly what you’re looking for