Category Food Technologist

Gousto; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company in Greater London is seeking a Category Food Technologist to join their Food team on a fixed-term basis. The role involves developing new products and ensuring quality standards are met. Candidates should have a degree in Food Science or related fields, along with HACCP and Food Safety certifications. Strong project management and communication skills are essential. This position offers a competitive salary and a supportive work environment focused on inclusivity and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in product development or as a category technologist in food manufacturing.
• Excellent understanding of food safety and raw material quality standards.
• Skilled in project management with strong organisational ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of new and existing products and raw materials.
• Conduct food safety and integrity risk assessments.
• Establish effective working relationships with suppliers.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Food Safety Experience

Laboratory Experience

Microbiology

Product Development

Education

Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or Microbiology

HACCP Level 3

Food Safety Level 3

Tools

Google applications

Job description

ROLE

Category Food Technologist

LOCATION

London

CONTRACT : 12-Month Fixed Term Contract

We are looking for someone to join us asap therefore unable to consider candidates on a 3 / 2 month notice

TEAM INTRO AND ROLE OVERVIEW

Were looking for a Category Food Technologist to join our Food team on a fixed-term basis. Reporting to a Senior Manager and working closely with the Buying and Recipe Development teams youll lead the development of new and existing products and raw materials from concept through to launch. This role is a great opportunity for someone with technical expertise and a passion for quality safety and compliance to make a real impact across our supply chain.

Youll play a key role in ensuring Gousto delivers products that meet our high standards working with a range of internal and external partners to guarantee quality compliance and continuous improvement.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the development of new and existing products and raw materials from concept to launch from a technical perspective working closely with Buying and Recipe Development
• Ensure all products and raw materials have agreed specifications including quality attributes and food safety parameters
• Conduct food safety and integrity risk assessments for raw materials
• Partner with Site Technical and Operations to ensure successful launches across Gousto Fulfilment Centres
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with suppliers
• Manage stage gate and critical path processes to meet agreed timelines
• Support product benchmarking and raw material quality improvement initiatives
• Develop and implement best practice processes and procedures
• Coordinate transit trials and shelf life testing
• Drive supplier improvement plans technical visits and reduce OTIF complaints
• Sign off artwork and labelling for legal compliance
• Contribute to the achievement of key departmental KPIs

WHO YOU ARE

• Experienced in product development or as a category technologist in food manufacturing
• Excellent understanding of food safety and raw material quality standards
• Skilled in project management with strong organisational ability
• Effective communicator with the ability to influence and collaborate cross-functionally
• Competent in using Google applications and other standard tools
• Confident decision maker with strong problem-solving skills
• Positive hands-on and solutions-focused mindset
• Flexible to travel between Gousto sites and suppliers as needed

Qualifications

• Degree in Food Science Food Technology or Microbiology or equivalent experience
• HACCP Level 3
• Food Safety Level 3

INCLUSION STATEMENT

Whether its creating diversity in our recipes or building new teams we care about our people and the opportunities they have at Gousto. Across our business we lead with inclusivity and strive for equity in all we do; working hard to ensure Gousto is an environment where you can be totally yourself.

Everyone is welcome and were looking for applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

Excited but wondering if you tick every box We recommend applying anyway so that we can review your profile. And if youre in a job share why not just apply as a pair

For our roles outside of Operations most of our people spend 1 or 2 days in our offices every week combining the benefits of flexibility and time together with colleagues. We want to enable you to do your best work and if you require additional flexibility please talk to us about it.

We understand that some individuals may require reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the interview process. Please tell us what you need and we will make every effort to accommodate.

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

Culinary Experience,Laboratory Experience,FDA Regulations,Food Industry,Food Safety Experience,Dietary Department Experience,Food Processing,Microbiology,Research & Development,Baking,Product Development,Manufacturing

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1