New Product Development Specialist

Krispy Kreme; Frimley; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Krispy Kreme UK is seeking a creative Product Developer to innovate and develop new doughnut flavors and baked treats. This full-time role involves collaboration with various teams and requires a degree in Food Science or similar, along with 3 years of experience in food product development. Enjoy a hybrid work environment and perks like private healthcare, generous holiday, and discounts on products.

Benefits

25 days’ holiday + bank hols (with the option to buy 5 more)

Hybrid working (3 office / 2 home)

Bupa private healthcare & wellbeing support

5% pension contribution (with 3% employer match)

50% off doughnuts + 30% off drinks in-store

Free Doughnuts when you’re in the office!

Reward Gateway discounts & free parking

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in food product development, especially in bakery or sweet treats.
• Solid technical knowledge of ingredients and baking processes.
• A collaborative mindset and great communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop new doughnuts and baked treats from concept to launch.
• Collaborate closely with Marketing, Operations, and Supply Chain.
• Spot trends and turn them into tasty opportunities.

Skills

Creative flair

Commercial thinking

Technical knowledge of ingredients

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Degree in Food Science, Culinary Arts or similar

Job description

Product Developer | Krispy Kreme UK

Frimley (Hybrid – 3 days office / 2 days home)

Full-time | Permanent

Got a taste for innovation? You could be the creative mind behind our next iconic doughnut.

We’re looking for a curious, imaginative and hands-on Product Developer to join our team at Krispy Kreme UK. Based just above our doughnut factory in Frimley, you’ll help bring new flavours, formats, and ideas to life, working just one floor above where the magic happens.

What you’ll be doing:

• Develop mouth-watering new doughnuts and baked treats, from everyday favourites to show-stopping seasonal creations.
• Own the journey from idea to launch: concepts, kitchen testing, specs, artwork, allergens. You name it.
• Spot trends and turn them into tasty opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with Marketing, Operations, and Supply Chain to roll out products successfully.

What we’re looking for:

• 3 years’ experience in food product development. Especially in bakery or sweet treats? Even better.
• A degree in Food Science, Culinary Arts or similar (or equivalent practical experience).
• Creative flair, commercial thinking, and a deep love of food.
• Solid technical knowledge of ingredients and baking processes.
• A collaborative mindset and great communication skills.

Why Krispy Kreme?

We’re a joyful brand with a purpose, to make people smile. At our Frimley HQ, creativity meets craftsmanship, and you’ll be surrounded by a team that loves what they do (plus, the doughnut smell’s not bad either).

Perks include:

• 25 days’ holiday + bank hols (with the option to buy 5 more)
• Hybrid working (3 office / 2 home)
• Bupa private healthcare & wellbeing support
• 5% pension contribution (with 3% employer match)
• 50% off doughnuts + 30% off drinks in-store
• Free Doughnuts when you’re in the office!
• Reward Gateway discounts & free parking

Sound like your kind of role?

Apply now and help shape the future of sweet innovation at Krispy Kreme UK. Let’s make the next big flavour together.