Development Chef

Im currently recruiting for a Development Chef to join a fast paced and forward thinking food business based in Cheshire. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is genuinely passionate about food thrives on innovation and enjoys working across multiple product areas and customers.

Operating within a group environment this role offers far more than a typical single site position. You will gain exposure to a wide range of products teams and sites giving you real scope to broaden your experience and accelerate your career.

The Role

As Development Chef you will work closely with NPD Category and Commercial teams to bring new and exciting products to life. You will be involved from concept through to launch creating innovative and commercially viable products for a diverse foodservice customer base.

Key responsibilities
Developing and refining products across multiple categories
Responding to customer briefs with creative and market relevant concepts
Presenting ideas internally and externally to key stakeholders and customers
Working closely with procurement finance and technical teams to ensure feasibility and cost effectiveness
Keeping ahead of food trends and bringing fresh ideas into the business
Playing a key role in driving innovation across both site and wider group

The Environment

This is a collaborative and fast moving environment where you will work closely with chefs technologists and cross functional teams across multiple sites.

You can expect
Exposure to a wide range of product categories and customer bases
Involvement in wider group projects and innovation initiatives
The opportunity to work across different sites and teams
A role that offers far more variety than a typical single site position

About You

You will have experience within a manufacturing or food production environment or a strong understanding of the journey from kitchen concept through to scaled production.

You will likely
Have a genuine passion for food and innovation
Enjoy working across different product areas rather than specialising in one
Be comfortable working at pace and managing multiple projects
Be confident collaborating with different teams and stakeholders
Have a strong interest in trends ingredients and new product development

The Opportunity

This is more than just a Development Chef role. It is a chance to be part of a business where you can learn evolve and progress within a wider group structure.

What you will gain
Exposure to a group structure with real career progression opportunities
The ability to move across sites categories and roles as your career develops
A broader commercial and technical understanding of food development
The chance to work on exciting and innovative products across multiple areas

If you are looking for a role where you can make an impact continue learning and be part of a business that values innovation and growth I would love to speak with you.