Development Chef — Global Snack Innovator

D R Newitt & Associates; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Development Chef role based in the United Kingdom, reporting to the Executive Chef. You will join a collaborative culinary team and help take ideas from concept through to launch, gaining hands-on exposure to the full New Product Development process.

The position focuses on innovative handheld snacks and meal solutions for aviation and leisure markets. We are seeking a chef with passion for global food trends, strong attention to detail, and a track record in professional kitchens.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a chef in a professional kitchen.
• Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety certification.
• Good organisational and communication skills.
• Basic IT skills including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in developing new food concepts and products.
• Produce high-quality samples for internal reviews and customer presentations.
• Assist in the preparation and refinement of new product ideas.
• Support kitchen preparation for tastings and presentations.
• Maintain organisation, cleanliness and food safety within the development kitchen.
• Assist with stock control, ordering and kitchen administration.
• Follow the full product development process from concept through to launch.

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Food hygiene awareness

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety

Job description

Development Chef role based in the United Kingdom, reporting to the Executive Chef. You will join a collaborative culinary team and help take ideas from concept through to launch, gaining hands-on exposure to the full New Product Development process.

The position focuses on innovative handheld snacks and meal solutions for aviation and leisure markets. We are seeking a chef with passion for global food trends, strong attention to detail, and a track record in professional kitchens.