Food Product Developer – From Concept to Launch

Gousto; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK food company is seeking a Category Food Technologist on a fixed-term contract to lead the technical development of food products and raw materials. Based at Gousto sites, you'll ensure compliance with food-safety standards and effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate possesses a degree in Food Science and relevant HACCP certifications. You will drive innovation while maintaining quality and safety across all product lines.

Qualifications

• Experienced product developer or 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 technical development of products and raw materials from concept to launch.
• Ensure all specifications are agreed, including quality attributes and food-safety parameters.
• Conduct food-safety risk assessments for raw materials.

Skills

Project management

Food safety knowledge

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology

HACCP Level 3

Food Safety Level 3

Tools

Google Apps

Job description

A leading UK food company is seeking a Category Food Technologist on a fixed-term contract to lead the technical development of food products and raw materials. Based at Gousto sites, you'll ensure compliance with food-safety standards and effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate possesses a degree in Food Science and relevant HACCP certifications. You will drive innovation while maintaining quality and safety across all product lines.