Development Chef

Location: Bourne

Key Responsibilities

• Develop innovative food concepts and recipes in line with customer briefs and market trends.
• Support the NPD process from concept to launch, ensuring high culinary and quality standards.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including Technical, Process, and Commercial.
• Attend customer presentations and contribute to showcasing new ideas and developments.
• Provide culinary support during factory trials and product scale-up.
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of market and food trends.

About You

• Experienced Chef with industry-recognised qualifications (e.g. NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent).
• Minimum 3 years’ experience within a hospitality setting or food manufacturing environment.
• Strong creative flair with a genuine passion for innovation and food trends.
• Self‑motivated...