Protein Technologist

TN United Kingdom; Redditch; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative company dedicated to healthy eating and sustainability. As a Technologist (Protein), you will play a crucial role in managing supplier relationships and ensuring the quality of protein products. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization that prioritizes well-being and community impact. With a supportive work environment that includes free meals and health benefits, you will thrive in a culture that values diversity and personal growth. If you are driven, knowledgeable, and ready to make a difference, this role is for you.

Benefits

Free meals

Gym onsite

Vitality health insurance

Generous holiday package (30 days + bank holidays)

50% discount on products

Enhanced parental leave policy

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience as a Food Technologist or similar role.
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
• Proactive approach to workload and team support.

Responsibilities

• Manage suppliers and ensure product quality and specifications.
• Achieve KPI performance levels for continuous improvement.
• Promote a positive food safety culture within the business.

Skills

Knowledge of protein products

Time management

People skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

BSc degree in Food Technology

Internal Auditor Certification

HACCP Level 3 Certification

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

Pest Management

Advanced Food Hygiene

Job description

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Mindful Chef is a UK based premium recipe box company that specialises in high quality and locally sourced ingredients with the mission of making healthy eating easy for our customers.

What we are looking for

We are looking for a Technologist (Protein) to be the next valuable and innovative employee to support our technical department. With ever-growing challenges within the protein market and growing customer expectations that we strive to achieve, we consider this role to be a great opportunity for growth, improving customer experience, valued knowledge and adaptability.

Location:

Seafield Ln, Redditch B98 9DB

You will

Manage suppliers – manage all technical and supplier aspects for protein raw materials which will include due diligence, product quality and specifications

Manage supplier audits and approval

Meet performance targets – achieve expected KPI performance levels to drive improvement year on year

Be the primary contact of the protein supplier base

Develop strong supplier relations and lines of communication

Serve as the category expert for Mindful Chef teams with a focus on artwork approval, product claims and kitchen validation trials

Promote and maintain excellent cross-department communication and collaborations

Advise the business on industry-based standards such as BRC, Red Tractor, MSC, ASC etc.

Investigate and close out customer complaints

Investigate and enforce corrective actions

Deputise for technologist team

Deliver cross-functional support

Promote a positive food safety culture outlook in the business

Be available to work at both Redditch and London Mindful Chef offices

Your profile

Demonstrate knowledge of protein products including beef, lamb, pork, poultry, game (venison, pheasant, partridge), fish, crustaceans

+4 years’ experience as a Food Technologist, Butchery role or similar with transferrable skills considered

Driven and highly motivated with a comprehensive understanding of technical concepts, trending and hands-on experience in relevant technology

Excellent time management, people skills and can manage multiple projects

Can maintain excellent communication and representation to all suppliers

Able and available to conduct national travel. Occasionally, international travel to suppliers may be required with notice

Possess a full, clean UK driving license

Aligned the business culture and identity to a high standard

Proactive and ready to go the ‘extra mile’ in line with workload capacity and willingness to assist the technical team and wider business

Qualifications:

BSc degree in Food Technology or an equivalent industry qualification

Certified as an Internal Auditor (essential)

Certified as a Lead Auditor (preferred, but not essential)

Certified as HACCP trained to Level 3 Intermediate (as a minimum)

Experience in BRCGS and industry standard audit compliance requirements essential

Additional qualifications or skills such as Lean Six Sigma, IOSH, Pest Management desirable

Advanced Food Hygiene

Why us?

Join an award-winning startup backed by the largest food and beverage company globally.

Experience a workplace that feels like home, complete with free meals and gym onsite.

Prioritise your well-being with perks like Vitality health insurance, access to learning resources, mental health support, a generous holiday package (30 days + bank holidays).

Enjoy a 50% discount on all Mindful Chef products.

Enhanced policy of 6 months full pay primary parental leave and 6 weeks full pay secondary parental leave.

A competitive package that rewards your skills and dedication.

Be part of a Better Business (B-Corp), making a positive impact on profit, people, and planet.

About us

We areMINDFUL. This is intrinsic to everything we do. From the healthy recipes we design, to the local, expert and caring suppliers we select and the way we treat each other, our customers and our environment.

We arePERSONAL. We started Mindful Chef with our friends and families as customers and those are the kind of relationships we want to maintain however big we grow. Being real and true to ourselves and each other.

We areUNAFRAID. We want to be the best – to challenge conventions, to think differently and be imaginative in how we solve problems. Brave enough to take on the big players and to do what’s right even when it’s difficult.

Equal Opportunities

At Mindful Chef, we embrace diversity and inclusion as a foundation that enriches our culture and fuels the success of our business. We are mindful of everyone’s differences and we take pride in the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents that each individual brings to our team.

We are unafraid to tackle biases and challenge stereotypes, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute their personal strengths. Our commitment to diversity is not just a policy; it's a personal and collective responsibility that we take to heart.

We believe that by being mindful of our differences, unafraid to confront barriers, and embracing the personal stories and journeys of our team members, we can achieve greater innovation, creativity, and harmony in the workplace. Together we celebrate diversity, and together, we are better.