Head of Food & Menu Innovation

Greene King; Burton upon Trent; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Brand discounts

Pension contributions

Employee assistance program

Wagestream access

Refer a friend bonus

Job summary

Greene King is seeking a Head of Food in Burton-upon-Trent to lead the food category strategy, drive menu development, and embed end-to-end processes. You will champion nutrition information transparency, ESG-aligned innovation, and collaboration across procurement, branding, and operations to deliver value and customer satisfaction.

The role requires strategic leadership, a track record in food category management, and the ability to balance quality, cost, and delivery across multiple brands in

Qualifications

• Experience shaping long-term food category strategies.
• Ability to translate brand objectives into menu proposals.
• Proven track record in driving margins and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the food category strategy and menu development roadmap.
• Implement technology and processes to improve nutrition information accessibility.
• Develop and renew menu items aligned with brand strategy and ESG goals.
• Manage cross-functional chef councils to inform innovation pipelines.
• Collaborate with procurement to secure supply at optimal cost and waste reduction.
• Oversee budget planning and ensure investment delivers RoI.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Process Improvement

Category Management

Food Innovation

Job description

Greene King is seeking a Head of Food in Burton-upon-Trent to lead the food category strategy, drive menu development, and embed end-to-end processes. You will champion nutrition information transparency, ESG-aligned innovation, and collaboration across procurement, branding, and operations to deliver value and customer satisfaction.

The role requires strategic leadership, a track record in food category management, and the ability to balance quality, cost, and delivery across multiple brands in