Innovation chef

Job Description

Innovation Chef

Location: Nottinghamshire

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm

Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum

About the Role:

We are looking for a passionate and highly creative Innovation Chef to join the dynamic team in Nottinghamshire.

This is a rare opportunity for a chef with a Michelin-level background to move into an innovation-focused role — while enjoying an excellent work-life balance with daytime hours, Monday to Friday.

You will play a key role in developing new and exciting food concepts, working closely with the development and operations teams to bring Michelin-quality ideas into scalable, commercially successful products.

Key Responsibilities:

* Develop innovative recipes, menus, and product concepts to Michelin-level standards
* Lead culinary sessions, tastings, and trials with internal stakeholders and customers
* Research and incorporate emerging food trends, flavours, and techniques
* Collaborate with NPD (New Product Development), marketing, and production teams to bring ideas from concept to launch
* Maintain detailed documentation of recipes, ingredients, and processes
* Ensure all innovation aligns with quality, safety, and brand standards