Recipe Development Technician

Hireful; Biggleswade; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer based in Biggleswade is looking for an enthusiastic candidate to manage internal tastings and assist in product development. The role requires a good understanding of ingredients and meticulous recipe following. Additional responsibilities include presenting to customers and supporting the culinary team on various exciting projects. A valid driving license is essential for visiting customers across the UK and EU. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

24 days holiday

Pension 5% ER 5% EE

2 x Annual Salary Life Cover

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in the food industry is preferred.
• A keen interest in culinary development.
• Ability to handle various raw ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal tastings and customer presentations.
• Support product development projects with technologists.
• Prepare food for tastings and presentations.

Skills

Understanding of ingredients

Recipe following

Presentation skills

Driving license

Job description

Overview

Are you a huge foodie? Do you have experience working within the food industry? Are you confident in the kitchen? We may have your dream job.

This company are producing batters, seasonings, breadcrumbs, for some of the big food brands in the UK.

What’s the job?

• You will be responsible for internal tastings, customer presentations and ingredient management.
• Working with the development technologists and chefs you will be supporting with product development projects.
• This will include preparing food for tastings, presentations, photography, product trials and many more exciting food-related assignments.
• This means you will need to have a good understanding of different types of ingredients, be able to follow recipes meticulously, be comfortable handling different raw ingredients and recording test results.
• This role will require you to have a current, valid driving license so you are able to travel and visit customers within the UK and EU.

Important Stuff

• Location: Biggleswade, Bedfordshire
• Hours: 37 per week, early finish on a Friday. Day shifts only, no weekend working.
• Benefits: 24 days holiday, Pension 5% ER 5% EE, 2 x Annual Salary Life Cover, free parking.
• Salary: Competitive

You should have a keen interest in developing a culinary career, with some experience working in food. Interested? Then apply today.