Senior Development Chef: Culinary Innovation & Brand Experience

Tyson Foods Europe; Ashford; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods Europe in the UK is seeking a Senior Development Chef to drive culinary concept ideation and real-time menu development across European markets. You will connect consumer insights with market trends to create tailored prototypes and inspiring food storytelling for client-facing events and branded experiences.

Leading cross-functional collaboration with Marketing, Commercial and R&D, you will curate demonstrations, trade show content and knowledge sharing while elevating Tyson’s

Qualifications

• Formal culinary education with BA credentials.
• Experience in high-quality restaurant or hospitality settings.
• Proven consumer insight driven ideation and ownership.
• Cross-functional collaboration within a food manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as culinary ambassador for Tyson Foods Europe and clients.
• Lead culinary events, product showcases, and client-specific presentations.
• Develop and ideate menu concepts from consumer insights and market trends.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Commercial and R&D on food innovation.
• Train sales and distributor partners on product USPs.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Food trend analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Presentation skills

Travel availability

Education

Culinary Arts (BA)

Culinary Industry Management (BA)

Food Science (BSc)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Tyson Foods Europe in the UK is seeking a Senior Development Chef to drive culinary concept ideation and real-time menu development across European markets. You will connect consumer insights with market trends to create tailored prototypes and inspiring food storytelling for client-facing events and branded experiences.

Leading cross-functional collaboration with Marketing, Commercial and R&D, you will curate demonstrations, trade show content and knowledge sharing while elevating Tyson’s