Product Development Chef
County Tyrone, Northern Ireland
Are you a culinary innovator with a passion for food trends and a talent for transforming creative ideas into commercially successful products? We’re recruiting on behalf of a leading UK-based food manufacturer for a Product Development Chef to join their fast-paced, forward-thinking New Product Development (NPD) team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef with experience in the food manufacturing industry to work on cutting-edge plant-based and fresh food products that are redefining category standards across major retailers.
About the Role
As a key member of the NPD team, you’ll be at the forefront of culinary innovation — developing exciting new recipes, responding to market trends, and guiding concepts from the kitchen bench to full-scale production.
Key Responsibilities
* Create and develop original food concepts based on customer briefs and consumer insights
* Work closely with cross-functional teams including Technical, Commercial, and Production to bring ideas to market
* Lead tastings and present product ideas with confidence to both internal teams and external customers
* Explore and experiment with ingredients, flavours, and techniques to push innovation boundaries
* Travel occasionally for trend research, customer collaboration, and sourcing inspiration
What We're Looking For
* A strong culinary background with experience as a chef within food manufacturing or product development
* Passion for food innovation, trends, and delivering on flavour
* Creativity, energy, and the confidence to champion new ideas
* Experience developing and scaling recipes from kitchen samples to factory-ready products
* Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments
What’s on Offer
* Join an award-winning, innovation-driven food business
* Work in a fully equipped development kitchen with a passionate team of foodies
* Benefit from a positive, collaborative company culture with ongoing development opportunities
* Flexible working options and the chance to make a real impact in a growing business
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