Head of Food Innovation: Scale Delivery Brands

COREcruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-scaling food brand incubator based in Greater London is seeking a Head of Food to lead food innovation and strategy. This role requires a balance of creativity and discipline, with the responsibility of developing scalable, delivery-ready menus. Candidates should have over three years of experience in food development and a strong understanding of commercial kitchens. The position is primarily onsite with some remote work, offering competitive compensation and the chance to shape future food brands.

Benefits

Real ownership of food strategy

Speed and impact in innovation

Direct influence on the business

Growth opportunities in building brands

Qualifications

• 3+ years in food development, NPD, culinary innovation or food operations.
• Strong experience with delivery, QSR or scalable food formats.
• Solid understanding of commercial kitchens and food production.

Responsibilities

• Building and evolving multiple delivery first food brands.
• Leading menu innovation and seasonal refreshes.
• Owning the development and testing kitchens.

Skills

Food development

Culinary innovation

Commercial mindset

Organised communication

Delivery formats understanding

Job description

A fast-scaling food brand incubator based in Greater London is seeking a Head of Food to lead food innovation and strategy. This role requires a balance of creativity and discipline, with the responsibility of developing scalable, delivery-ready menus. Candidates should have over three years of experience in food development and a strong understanding of commercial kitchens. The position is primarily onsite with some remote work, offering competitive compensation and the chance to shape future food brands.