Food Technician – Bakery & Gelato Products

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

Job summary

A leading dessert manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Food Technician to develop and refine bakery and gelato formulations. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Food Technology and 2–4 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include collaborating with teams to commercialise products and ensuring safety compliance. Join our innovative team for a competitive salary and development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Exposure to new technologies

Continuous professional development

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in food manufacturing, particularly in gelato and/or bakery products.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and food regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine formulations for bakery and gelato products.
• Conduct sensory evaluations and product trials.
• Collaborate with team members to commercialise new products.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations.
• Troubleshoot production issues and recommend improvements.

Skills

Ingredient functionality understanding

Sensory evaluation skills

Process documentation

Attention to detail

Education

Degree/Diploma in Food Technology or related field

Tools

Commercial baking equipment

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about crafting exceptional bakery and gelato products? We are seeking a Food Technician with a strong background in both bakery and gelato formulation to join our dynamic manufacturing team. This role blends creativity and technical skill—helping us deliver consistently delicious, high-quality products at scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and refine formulations for bakery and gelato products suited for commercial-scale production.
• Conduct sensory evaluations, product trials, and shelf-life studies for both categories.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality, Production, and Procurement teams to commercialise new products.
• Ensure regulatory and food safety compliance (HACCP, GMP, etc.) across bakery and gelato lines.
• Troubleshoot process or product issues during production and recommend improvements.
• Evaluate and approve raw materials for consistency, functionality, and suitability.
• Stay updated on ingredient trends, process technologies, and consumer preferences in both bakery and frozen dessert categories.

Education & Experience

Degree/Diploma in Food Technology, Bakery Science, Dairy Science, or related field.

2–4 years of experience in food manufacturing, with proven experience in gelato and/or bakery products.

Familiarity with commercial equipment used in baking and frozen dessert production.

Attributes & Skills

• Deep passion for both baked goods and frozen desserts.
• Strong understanding of ingredient functionality and formulation science.
• Excellent attention to detail, sensory evaluation skills, and process documentation.
• Comfortable working in both cold and hot production environments.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and food regulatory standards.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a food innovation team creating products people love.

Opportunity to work with both bakery and gelato product lines.

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Exposure to new technologies and continuous professional development.