Category Food Technologist
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Job Summary
ROLE: Category Food Technologist
LOCATION: London
CONTRACT: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract
We are looking for someone to join us asap therefore unable to consider candidates on a 3 / 2 month notice
TEAM INTRO AND ROLE OVERVIEW
Were looking for a Category Food Technologist to join our Food team on a fixed-term basis. Reporting to a Senior Manager and working closely with the Buying and Recipe Development teams youll lead the development of new and existing products and raw materials from concept through to launch. This role is a great opportunity for someone with technical expertise and a passion for quality safety and compliance to make a real impact across our supply chain.
Youll play a key role in ensuring Gousto delivers products that meet our high standards working with a range of internal and external partners to guarantee quality compliance and continuous improvement.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead the development of new and existing products and raw materials from concept to launch from a technical perspective working closely with Buying and Recipe Development
Ensure all products and raw materials have agreed specifications including quality attributes and food safety parameters
Conduct food safety and integrity risk assessments for raw materials
Partner with Site Technical and Operations to ensure successful launches across Gousto Fulfilment Centres
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with suppliers
Manage stage gate and critical path processes to meet agreed timelines
Support product benchmarking and raw material quality improvement initiatives
Develop and implement best practice processes and procedures
Coordinate transit trials and shelf life testing
Drive supplier improvement plans technical visits and reduce OTIF complaints
Sign off artwork and labelling for legal compliance
Contribute to the achievement of key departmental KPIs
WHO YOU ARE
Experienced in product development or as a category technologist in food manufacturing
Excellent understanding of food safety and raw material quality standards
Skilled in project management with strong organisational ability
Effective communicator with the ability to influence and collaborate cross-functionally
Competent in using Google applications and other standard tools
Confident decision maker with strong problem-solving skills
Positive hands-on and solutions-focused mindset
Flexible to travel between Gousto sites and suppliers as needed
Qualifications :
Degree in Food Science Food Technology or Microbiology or equivalent experience
HACCP Level 3
Food Safety Level 3
Additional Information :
INCLUSION STATEMENT
Whether its creating diversity in our recipes or building new teams we care about our people and the opportunities they have at Gousto. Across our business we lead with inclusivity and strive for equity in all we do; working hard to ensure Gousto is an environment where you can be totally yourself.
Everyone is welcome and were looking for applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.
Excited but wondering if you tick every box We recommend applying anyway so that we can review your profile. And if youre in a job share why not just apply as a pair
For our roles outside of Operations most of our people spend 1 or 2 days in our offices every week combining the benefits of flexibility and time together with colleagues. We want to enable you to do your best work and if you require additional flexibility please talk to us about it.
We understand that some individuals may require reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the interview process. Please tell us what you need and we will make every effort to accommodate.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Laboratory Experience
- FDA Regulations
- Food Industry
- Food Safety Experience
- Dietary Department Experience
- Food Processing
- Microbiology
- Research & Development
- Baking
- Product Development
- Manufacturing
About Company
We believe home cooking is important. But in todays busy world, its often the first thing to go. With Gousto, you choose recipes youd like to cook and ta-dah! We deliver the perfectly measured ingredients. Skip the supermarket queue, and create delicious meals to share with those y ... View more
