Recipe Development Chef

Our mission is to make healthy eating easy and to supply incredible, mindfully sourced ingredients so people can live healthier lives, while also educating and reducing our environmental impact.

Mindful Chef is the UK’s #1 rated recipe box company, delivering nutritious meals nationwide since 2015. We are seeking an experienced, creative Recipe Development Chef to join our close‑knit food team and help craft delicious, healthy recipes using premium, sustainably sourced ingredients.

What we are looking for

• An accomplished chef with a track record of recipe creation, development, and writing.
• Proficient in the editorial aspects of recipe development with a meticulous eye for detail.
• Exceptionally organised, adept at managing multiple priorities and meeting tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• A team player with a demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• A culinary enthusiast with a passion for healthy food. A background in nutrition is desirable but not mandatory.
• A skilled communicator comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
• Capable of providing constructive feedback during group recipe discussions.
• Experience in developing family‑friendly recipes, with an understanding of what appeals to both children and parents, is highly desirable.

You will

• Conceptualise, cost and prepare deliciously healthy recipes based on briefs and culinary trends.
• Manage multiple recipes and projects simultaneously, consistently delivering to weekly testing and development deadlines.
• Conduct internal data research to analyse ingredient and recipe trends, using insights to inform recipe development.
• Improve existing recipes based on customer feedback to enhance quality and taste.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to brainstorm innovative recipe ideas that align with customer preferences.
• Participate in meaningful group discussions at tasting sessions.
• Present and style dishes for recipe photography and promotional campaigns.
• Ensure accuracy in ordering for weekly testing and managing ingredient inventory in the Mindful Chef development kitchen.
• Uphold kitchen cleanliness and organisation standards.
• Work closely with the Recipe Editor to refine recipe methods and uphold style guidelines.
• Contribute to the continual improvement of the food team processes, ensuring efficiency and innovation in recipe development and kitchen operations.
• Collaborate with the Buying team to optimise ingredient cross‑utilisation across the weekly menu to minimise food waste and operational complexity.
• Assist with NPD and EPD briefs, participating in ingredient testing, and onboarding.
• Proof weekly recipe booklets as a final check before print, ensuring consistency in both recipe accuracy and presentation.

Why us?

• A competitive package that rewards your skills and dedication.
• Hybrid working from our office based in Wandsworth.
• Be part of a Better Business (B‑Corp), making a positive impact on profit, people, and planet.
• Join an award‑winning startup backed by the largest food and beverage company globally.
• Enjoy a workplace that feels like home: free meals, a gym, a vertical farm, and pet‑friendly policies.
• Prioritise your well‑being with perks like Vitality health insurance, learning resources, mental health support, and a generous holiday package (30 days + bank holidays).
• Enjoy a 50% discount on all Mindful Chef products.
• Enhanced primary and secondary parental leave policy – up to 6 months full‑pay primary and 6 weeks full‑pay secondary.

About us

We are MINDFUL. This is intrinsic to everything we do. From the healthy recipes we design to the local, expert, and caring suppliers we select and the way we treat each other, customers, and our environment.

We are CONNECTED, valuing shared food memories, trust, openness, and honest relationships.

We are UNAFRAID, challenging conventions, thinking differently, and tackling tough problems.

Equal Opportunities

At Mindful Chef, we embrace diversity and inclusion to enrich our culture. We champion an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered. Our commitment to diversity is a personal and collective responsibility we take seriously.