NPD Kitchen Technician — Food Innovation (Part-Time, 30h)

Gressingham Foods Ltd; Redgrave; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Redgrave is looking for a New Product Development Assistant/Technician to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will manage kitchen operations, assist in preparing product samples, and collaborate on recipe development. Ideal applicants will have experience in a kitchen environment, strong communication skills, and be self-motivated. Benefits include reduced-cost staff shop, pension options, and monthly employee draws. This role offers a variety of tasks in a fast-paced setting.

Benefits

Reduced cost staff shop

Private counselling support services

Auto enrolment Pension available

Subsidised Canteen

Monthly Employee Draw

Long Service Awards

Freebie Fridays

Qualifications

• Experience of working within a professional kitchen or catering environment.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Full driver's license is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage New Product Development Kitchens ensuring hygiene standards.
• Prepare product concept samples for customer presentations.
• Assist in the development of new product cooking instructions.

Skills

Experience in a professional kitchen or catering environment

Good communication skills

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Self-motivated and enthusiastic

Organizational skills

Team player

Tools

PC Literacy with knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint

Job description

A leading food manufacturer in Redgrave is looking for a New Product Development Assistant/Technician to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will manage kitchen operations, assist in preparing product samples, and collaborate on recipe development. Ideal applicants will have experience in a kitchen environment, strong communication skills, and be self-motivated. Benefits include reduced-cost staff shop, pension options, and monthly employee draws. This role offers a variety of tasks in a fast-paced setting.