Bakery Product Developer

The Oval Partnership; Richings Park; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job description

Our client, a family-owned bakery business, is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Bakery Product Developer to join their team.

This role is pivotal in creating, testing, and refining recipes for baked bread products, balancing the art of traditional baking with the science of ingredient interaction.

The ideal candidate will be well-versed in the latest trends in baking and possess a strong passion for culinary innovation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Product Development: Conceptualise new bakery product ideas, formulate recipes, and conduct thorough product trials and tests to ensure quality and appeal.
2. Recipe Innovation: Research and develop new recipes for baked goods with a focus on retail markets, ensuring products meet evolving consumer preferences.
3. Quality Assurance: Monitor baking processes, making necessary adjustments to maintain high standards of taste and quality.
4. Product Presentation: Produce new products weekly for management review and feedback, and present these creations to customers.
5. Sensory and Shelf-Life Testing: Conduct sensory evaluations and shelf-life tests to ensure products meet both taste and practicality criteria.
6. Health and Safety: Ensure adherence to all health and safety policies, contributing to a safe working environment.

Skills/Experience

1. Experience: Proven experience as a Bakery Product Developer in a retail-focused environment.
2. Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of baking techniques and ingredients.
3. Creativity and Innovation: Ability to develop unique and marketable bakery products that align with changing consumer needs.
4. Project Management: Excellent organizational and project management skills.
5. Communication Skills: Strong communication and presentation skills to effectively describe new product concepts to colleagues, management, and clients.
6. Market Awareness: Keen awareness of current market trends and a deep interest in food and baking.
7. Passion for Baking: A genuine passion for baking and culinary innovation.

Work Environment

1. State-of-the-Art Facility: Work in a modern, purpose-built automated bakery that supports creativity and efficiency.
2. Collaborative Team: Join a dynamic team committed to producing high-quality products and driving innovation in the baking industry.

If you are a motivated and creative professional with a passion for baking and a drive to innovate, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please get in touch for more information or apply with your CV today.