Senior Development Technologist – Chilled Food | Kent | Part-Time (Permanent)
A leading chilled food manufacturer in Kent is looking for a Senior Development Technologist to join their team on a part-time, permanent basis. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong development experience who’s ready to take more ownership of projects in a standalone role.
The Role:
Working closely with the Head of New Business Development, you’ll lead projects from concept to launch — including recipe development, sample preparation, coordinating trials, and working with technical and production teams to bring new chilled products to market.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop recipes and prepare samples for internal and customer approval
* Support and coordinate factory trials and handover to production
* Manage specifications and documentation
* Work closely with technical and production to ensure products are feasible and compliant
* Identify improvements to existing products and processes
* Present products to customers when required
What We’re Looking For:
* Solid experience in a food manufacturing NPD or technical role
* Strong understanding of chilled food development
* Confident working across functions and taking ownership of projects
* HACCP Level 3 or equivalent
* Comfortable in a factory-based, hands-on environment
The Offer:
* Part-time, permanent
* Based on-site in Kent
* Flexible working pattern (e.g. 2–3 days/week, depending on needs)
* Salary negotiable depending on experience
* Immediate start available
If you’re a Senior Technologist looking for more ownership and flexibility, this could be a great next step.