Senior Culinary Innovation Chef - NPD Leader

b3 jobs ltd; Borehamwood; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance or company car

Fully funded expenses

Pension

27 days? holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

b3 jobs ltd in Hertfordshire is seeking a Senior Culinary Innovation Chef to drive end-to-end product development from concept to launch. You will lead cross-functional teams including NPD, customers, and suppliers, ensuring innovative, scalable recipes that meet market trends.

The role requires 5+ years in culinary product development within food manufacturing, strong communication skills, and a deep understanding of scaling recipes and regulatory considerations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional culinary experience in food manufacturing or related sectors.
• Strong understanding of scaling recipes from small batches to industrial production.
• Knowledge of functional ingredients and regulatory considerations (HFSS, FSA).

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end development of new products and recipes from concept to factory pilot trials.
• Mentor kitchen and culinary staff; build innovation processes and best practices.
• Present concepts and tastings to leadership and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Culinary experience

Product development

Communication skills

Food safety & HACCP

Studio to scale recipes

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent training

Job description

b3 jobs ltd in Hertfordshire is seeking a Senior Culinary Innovation Chef to drive end-to-end product development from concept to launch. You will lead cross-functional teams including NPD, customers, and suppliers, ensuring innovative, scalable recipes that meet market trends.

The role requires 5+ years in culinary product development within food manufacturing, strong communication skills, and a deep understanding of scaling recipes and regulatory considerations.