At a Glance
- Tasks: Create innovative food products from concept to launch while collaborating with suppliers and store teams.
- Company: Join a fast-growing Food To Go brand with a focus on innovation and quality.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to grow into a broader product ownership role as you develop.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that shapes exciting food offerings and makes a real impact.
- Qualifications: Experience in NPD within the food industry and a passion for menu development.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing Food To Go brand with locations across the UK. The business combines product innovation, operational excellence and supply chain efficiency, and is scaling at pace. They're looking for a driven NPD professional to help shape their product offering. The role is based out of their Central London office.
The Role
Reporting to Operations, you'll support the product agenda across NPD, ingredient sourcing, menu launch and store training for the brand's product offering. You'll develop trend-led product ideas that fit the brand strategy, supporting projects through from concept to launch. You'll research and suggest new ingredients, understanding how they fit the brand's quality and cost requirements, and cost out new recipes to make sure they align with financial targets. You'll liaise with suppliers to understand ingredient options and pricing, working closely with more senior team members on final decisions. You'll use sales data to help identify product performance and menu opportunities. You'll also support store teams with menu launches, helping bring new products to life on the ground.
The Candidate
This would suit someone with a couple of years' NPD experience, ideally within a Food To Go, coffee shop or similar fast-paced multi-site food business. Would suit a Food Developer with a solid understanding of ingredient sourcing, confident suggesting new ingredients and costing out recipes accurately, with a genuine passion for food and menu development. This role offers scope to develop into a broader product ownership position as you grow with the business.
Please apply or contact Georgina on 07700 137 110 / 0345 2600 737 Ref: 6986.
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Food Product Developer in London employer: Blue Spark Organisation Ltd
This fast-growing food business is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic and supportive environment where innovation and quality are at the forefront. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and employee development, the company provides ample opportunities for recent graduates to build their careers in product and customer technology. The flexible working arrangements further enhance work-life balance, making it an attractive place for those passionate about food and customer care.
Contact Details:
Blue Spark Organisation Ltd Recruitment Team
