We are looking for someone who lives and breathes creativity, isnt afraid to get hands-on, and wants to see their ideas turn into real products enjoyed by customers across the UK and worldwide.
This role would suit someone seeking to start a career in food innovation / food production, a passionate chef looking for something with more sociable hours, or an individual that wants to turn their passion for home baking into a commercial career.
As a Junior Concept Developer, you wont just be following recipes, you will be creating them. You will help transform raw ideas into beautiful, delicious bakery products, working alongside passionate food innovators who are eager to support your growth.
From kitchen samples to factory trials, youll be part of the entire journey. Its a playground for someone who wants to learn, try new things and bring bold ideas to life.
Junior Concept Developer - What Youll Be Doing:
Developing exciting new bakery concepts inspired by customer briefs, internal ideas and your own creative spark
Making delicious kitchen samples and supporting recipe paperwork so ideas are ready to share with customers
Exploring the marketplace with the team (yes, including taste safaris!) to spot trends and spark innovation
Getting involved in feasibility reviews and early production trials to help bring your creations to life
Finalising recipes, methods and quality standards once concepts are approved
Sharing your foodie knowledge with the wider New Product Development (NPD) team and learning from experienced developers
Junior Concept Developer - What You Bring:
A genuine passion for food, flavour and baking, this is non-negotiable
Curiosity: youre always asking what if?
Creativity mixed with a methodical approach, you can dream big but also follow structured processes
Knowledge of food and bakery trends
Experience in a kitchen or production environment is essential
An understanding of using Computer systems (windows/Microsoft packages)
Strong communication skills and a positive, collaborative mindset
Eligibility to work in the UK (This role is not applicable for Skilled Worker VISA applications)
Junior Concept Developer - What Youll Gain:
A chance to shape the next generation of bakery products
A supportive team who will help you grow your skills and confidence
A role where passion counts as much as experience
The satisfaction of seeing your ideas become real products enjoyed nationwide
Potential to join an appropriate apprenticeship programme, dependant on experience
To submit your CV for this exciting Junior Concept Developer opportunity, please apply below.
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