Development Chef

Drnewitt; Warrenpoint; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A food business in Northern Ireland is looking for a Development Chef to lead the innovation process from concept to launch. You will create commercially viable food products for major 'Food to Go' clients. The ideal candidate has a strong culinary background, experience in product development, and a passion for quality. This full-time role offers an annual salary of up to £50,000, with a focus on creativity and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience in product development and costing.
• Strong culinary background and trend awareness.
• Confident communicator and presenter.

Responsibilities

• Turn product briefs into delicious, commercially viable products.
• Lead NPD/EPD projects from concept to launch.
• Source innovative ingredients and packaging.

Skills

Product development and costing

Culinary background

Communication and presentation

Problem-solving

MS Office skills

Passion for food

Job description

Job Description

🍕 Development Chef
📍 Location: South County Down – Northern Ireland
🕐 Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
💰 Salary: up to £50,000
🚨 Full UK driving license

Are you a creative culinary thinker with a flair for turning food ideas into commercially viable products? I am collaborating with a food business who are looking for a Development Chef to join their fast-paced, food-obsessed team.

You’ll support the innovation process from concept to launch, creating products that not only taste amazing but also deliver for some of the UK’s biggest ‘Food to Go’ customers.

What You’ll Do:

• Turn product briefs into delicious, commercially viable products
• Lead NPD/EPD projects from concept to launch
• Source innovative ingredients and packaging
• Deliver customer samples and lead presentations
• Collaborate across teams to ensure smooth production
• Stay on top of food trends and market insights
• Manage the development kitchen and mentor junior staff

What You’ll Bring:

• Experience in product development and costing
• Strong culinary background and trend awareness
• Confident communicator and presenter
• Problem solver with a “can-do” attitude
• Skilled in MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
• Passion for food and quality at every stage

Ready to innovate, create, and lead?
Apply now with your CV and show us what you bring to the table.