At a Glance
- Tasks: Identify food trends and develop new products while managing P&L performance.
- Company: Join a fast-paced food business focused on innovation and commercial success.
- Benefits: Enjoy 34 days holiday, a nine-day fortnight, and a subsidised restaurant.
- Other info: Located in Derbyshire, this position offers a car allowance or car.
- Why this job: This role blends creativity with commercial thinking in the food industry.
- Qualifications: Experience in P&L management and product development is essential.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Are you someone who genuinely lives and breathes food? Are you the kind of person who’s always talking about the latest opening, the next big flavour trend, or how consumer habits are shifting? If food is your world, this could be the perfect next step. Our client is looking for a food‑obsessed, commercially minded individual to play a key role in driving growth within a fast‑paced Food business. This role sits right at the intersection of food innovation and commercial delivery. You’ll blend creativity with commercial thinking, ensuring products are exciting, on‑trend and commercially successful. From spotting what’s next and shaping menu concepts, to managing margins and driving profitability, you’ll have a direct influence on the future direction of the business.
Who They’re Looking For
- A genuine foodie — naturally curious, always exploring new concepts, cuisines and trends
- Strong understanding of how consumer behaviour shapes food choices and purchasing decisions
- Commercially astute, with hands‑on P&L management experience
- Experience or strong awareness of product development and innovation
- A confident communicator who can influence internal teams and external partners
- Someone who spots trends before they hit the mainstream
- A person who gets excited about food — from concept to customer experience
Responsibilities
- Identify emerging food trends, shifting customer behaviours and new market opportunities
- Source and develop exciting new products, menu items and add‑on ranges
- Lead menu planning and product development from concept through to launch
- Stay ahead of the curve through market research, competitor insight and continuous exploration
- Build and manage strong relationships with external partners
- Review P&L performance, manage COGS and monitor ROI
- Develop pricing strategies and promotional activity to drive engagement and revenue
- Work cross‑functionally to ensure seamless execution across the business
- Present commercial insights and performance updates to senior stakeholders
Benefits
- 34 days holiday a year (including bank holidays)
- Nine-day fortnight
- Car allowance or car
- Life assurance cover
- Annual performance‑related bonus
- Onsite gym, free exercise classes, cycle to work scheme
- Subsidised restaurant ‑ serving delicious, homemade food each day
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who combines a genuine passion for food with commercial leadership. If you’re someone who is constantly thinking about what’s next in food, understands how to turn ideas into reality, and wants to shape the growth of an exciting business, we’d love to hear from you.
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This innovative food business in Derbyshire offers a dynamic environment for food enthusiasts. Employees enjoy benefits like a nine-day fortnight and an onsite gym. The team is passionate about driving growth through exciting food concepts and market insights.
