NPD Kitchen Assistant: Food Innovation & Samples

Cranswick PLC; Hull and East Yorkshire; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Cranswick Gourmet Sausage Co. (Lazenby’s) in Hull is seeking a motivated NPD Kitchen Assistant to join the team full time. You will play an integral role in the NPD Kitchen, supporting sample creation and ensuring outputs meet customer and company expectations.

The role involves general kitchen and factory duties to support daily operations, with travel to customer sites and Cranswick locations as required. Salary to be discussed at interview.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths grades A*-C or 9-4.
• Food Safety Level 2.
• Full valid driving licence (preferable).

Responsibilities

• Be an integral part of the NPD Kitchen.
• Conduct benchmarking panels and communicate results internally and externally.
• Create, complete and update sample submission documentation ensuring all submissions meet company and customer requirements.
• Collect stock, including raw material and finished goods.
• Prepare samples for internal and external presentations using kitchen machinery.
• Assist with cooking for internal and external presentations and present products accurately.
• Support catering for on-site visits and external events.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders.
• Keep abreast of food trends and maintain kitchen tidiness.

Skills

Food industry mindset

Quality awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Food Safety Level 2

Full driving licence

Job description

Cranswick Gourmet Sausage Co. (Lazenby’s) in Hull is seeking a motivated NPD Kitchen Assistant to join the team full time. You will play an integral role in the NPD Kitchen, supporting sample creation and ensuring outputs meet customer and company expectations.

The role involves general kitchen and factory duties to support daily operations, with travel to customer sites and Cranswick locations as required. Salary to be discussed at interview.