Chocolate Quality Assurance Technician (Sensory & QA)

Hotel Chocolat; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount on all products

70% discount for stays at Rabot Estate

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Company pension contributions

Job summary

A leading UK premium chocolate brand is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards across production. This role involves conducting daily audits, managing non-conformances, and supporting the technical team in maintaining high product standards. Ideal candidates have Food Safety Level 2 certification and experience in the chocolate industry. Attractive benefits include a competitive salary, product discounts, and enhanced parental leave.

Qualifications

• Food Safety Level 2 certification is essential.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Proven experience in quality assurance processes.
• Experience in training team members is a plus.
• Knowledge of chocolate production and confectionery processes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.
• Conduct audits and complete food safety validations.
• Participate in sensory panels and taste evaluations.
• Investigate complaints and manage non-conformances.
• Drive quality improvements throughout the manufacturing site.

Skills

Food Safety Level 2

Good verbal and written English

Proven experience as a subject matter expert (SME) for Quality

Experience of training

Knowledge in chocolate production and confectionery products

Job description

A leading UK premium chocolate brand is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards across production. This role involves conducting daily audits, managing non-conformances, and supporting the technical team in maintaining high product standards. Ideal candidates have Food Safety Level 2 certification and experience in the chocolate industry. Attractive benefits include a competitive salary, product discounts, and enhanced parental leave.