At a Glance
- Tasks: Create innovative food products and collaborate with teams to launch exciting new recipes.
- Company: Join a family-run business known for quality and creativity in the food industry.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible processes, health support, employee discounts, and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with excellent career development and a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team that values creativity and collaboration in food innovation.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Development Chef with a passion for food trends and strong culinary skills.
The predicted salary is between 29700 - 36300 £ per year.
About The Role Are you a passionate foodie with a flair for innovation and a track record in product development?
We're looking for a dynamic and creative Development Chef to join a fast-paced food business, helping to bring exciting new products to life for leading UK retailers and foodservice customers.
If you love spotting trends, developing exceptional recipes, and turning great ideas into commercially successful products, we'd love to hear from you.
Experience working with Waitrose would be highly advantageous, although candidates from other retail, branded or food manufacturing backgrounds will also be considered.
Key
Responsibilities: Develop innovative, commercially viable products that delight customers and consumers.
Stay ahead of market, restaurant and food trends, translating insights into new concepts and product launches.
Collaborate closely with Commercial, Technical and Production teams throughout the development process.
Create, refine and communicate recipes, ensuring successful launches and continuous product improvement.
Prepare customer presentations, tastings and food samples while managing projects to critical path deadlines About You We believe success comes from collaboration and diverse perspectives.
At Samworth Brothers, we value team players who are driven to achieve great results together.
Youll bring the following skills and experience: Proven Development Chef experience within food manufacturing, retail, QSR or branded food environments.
Strong culinary background with a genuine passion for food and emerging trends.
Creative mindset with the ability to develop innovative products from concept to launch.
Excellent presentation and stakeholder management skills.
Highly organised, proactive and able to thrive in a fast-moving environment Retail account experience Chilled food manufacturing knowledge.
Experience presenting concepts directly to retail customers.
Understanding of product costing and commercial requirements What We Offer Were building a workplace where different ways of thinking are not just welcomed but supported, with clear communication, flexible processes, and a commitment to continuous improvement so everyone can thrive.
Company pension scheme Access to health and well-being support, such as healthcare, optical and dental discounts Employee discount scheme Experience annual pay reviews Profit related pay Opportunity for extended leave Free on-site parking Unlock your potential through training and growth opportunities About Us Samworth Brothers is a fourth-generation family business, trusted by many of the UKs best-known retailers to produce high-quality own-label products.
Alongside these, were proud to craft and deliver our own iconic brands, including Ginsters, Soreen, Higgidy, Dickinson
New Product Development Chef employer: Samworth Brothers Limited
At Samworth Brothers, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the well-being and growth of our Maintenance Managers. Located in a vibrant community, we offer a supportive work culture, competitive benefits including an enhanced pension scheme and private health coverage, and numerous opportunities for professional development, ensuring that you can thrive both personally and professionally within our family-oriented team.
