Ingredient and Recipe Management Specialist

Foodbuy; Ottershaw; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food services company located in Ottershaw is seeking an Ingredient & Recipe Management Specialist. This role focuses on managing ingredient and recipe development to meet various operational and consumer needs. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, a passion for food, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Professional development opportunities are offered along with a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Impactful projects

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of commodity groups and ingredients.
• Confidence in presenting to all levels.
• Experience in food costings and margin management.

Responsibilities

• Lead recipe and ingredient management for accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with culinary and marketing teams.
• Drive cost efficiencies through ingredient rationalisation.

Skills

Passion for food

Excellent communication

Financial acumen

Analytical skills

Ability to build relationships

Education

Food Safety Certification

Nutritional qualification

Professional culinary background

Tools

Microsoft Office

Foodbuy

SAP

Source

Job description

Overview

Ingredient & Recipe Management Specialist — Location: Chertsey & Remote • Department: UK Foodbuy

Are you passionate about food, data, and driving commercial excellence? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where collaboration and innovation are key? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our UK Foodbuy team as an Ingredient & Recipe Management Specialist.

About the Role

In this pivotal role, you’ll be at the heart of our menu and recipe development process, ensuring that every ingredient and recipe meets operational, client, and consumer needs. Working closely with culinary, marketing, nutrition, and innovation teams, you’ll manage sector-specific Approved Product Lists (APLs) and recipes using systems like Foodbuy, SAP, and Source.

Your mission? To deliver continuous commercial improvement through smart ingredient management, recipe engineering, and compliance with industry standards. You’ll play a key role in supporting new business bids, menu launches, and accreditation programs while driving health, safety, and sustainability across our operations.

What You’ll Do

• Lead recipe and ingredient management to ensure accuracy, compliance, and commercial benefit.
• Collaborate with culinary and marketing teams to create dynamic menus and food offers.
• Drive cost efficiencies through ingredient rationalisation and recipe optimisation.
• Support training and engagement for unit managers and chefs on food management programmes.
• Champion health, safety, and wellbeing in all aspects of food delivery.

What We’re Looking For

• A passion for food and strong knowledge of commodity groups and ingredients.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence in presenting to all levels.
• Financial acumen with experience in food costings and margin management.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently while building strong stakeholder relationships.

Desirable

• Food Safety Certification
• Nutritional qualification
• Professional culinary background

Why Join Us?

At Compass Group, we’re proud to build our business together. You’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact, working on exciting projects that shape the future of food services across multiple sectors. We offer a supportive environment, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work with some of the best in the industry.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and help us deliver exceptional food experiences across the UK.