Food Technician in Luton

£300 per day

2 Days Per Month

9am to 5pm (Flexibility)

Ongoing Contract

Bedfordshire

We are excited to be recruiting a highly skilled Bakery Specialist to support our client a food manufacturing business based in Bedfordshire. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional within a similar industry.

About the Food Technician Role:

• As the Bakery Specialist, you will play a key part in developing, improving, and enhancing bakery products. You will be responsible for:
• Leading product development projects, including flavour improvement, texture optimisation and shelf-life extension
• Working hands-on within a lab and test kitchen environment
• Conducting trials, analysing results, and advising on formula adjustments
• Planning and preparing work in advance to ensure productive onsite days
• Supporting current product development and providing technical guidance
• Advising on food chemistry, ingredient functionality and baking processes
• Ensuring all developments align with quality, safety and commercial requirements

What Were Looking For In A Food Technician:

• Minimum of 2 years experience in bakery (artisan, industrial, or NPD-focused)
• Strong product development background
• Hands-on food chemistry knowledge
• Lab / test kitchen experience is essential
• Organised, proactive, and able to structure work effectively for limited onsite time
• Passionate about innovation and technical problem solving
• A collaborative professional who fits well within a supportive, family-style team culture
• Ensuring all development work aligns with BRCGS food safety and quality standards.

Contract Details

• £300 per day
• 2 days per month onsite in Luton
• Long-term contract opportunity
• Flexible working pattern with autonomy over planning and scheduling

If you are a bakery development professional looking for a flexible, impactful role within a warm and supportive business, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now if your interested!