Kepak Group is a leading food producer focused on delivering high-quality meat products. We are currently looking for a Innovation and Development Chef to join our team at Kepak. In this role, you will be responsible for creating and developing new recipes, products, and menu ideas that align with market trends and ensure the highest quality standards.
Your role will involve collaborating with various teams, including marketing and production, to bring exciting new products to market. You will have the opportunity to utilize your culinary creativity and expertise to enhance our product offerings and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and test new recipes and food products
* Conduct market research to identify food trends and customer preferences
* Collaborate with the NPD team and other departments to ensure successful product launches
* Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety
* Stay updated with industry regulations and best practices
Please note you will be based at our Kepak Merthyr site but regular travel will be required to other Kepak Meat Division sites in UK: McIntosh Donald in Aberdeen and Bodmin site in Cornwall and customers and clients office locations around the UK.
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience:
* A degree in culinary arts, food science, or a related field
* Proven experience as a Development Chef or similar role, preferably in the food manufacturing industry
* Strong knowledge of food ingredients, cooking techniques, and food safety regulations
* Excellent creativity and innovative thinking in recipe and product development
* Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
* Strong communication and presentation skills
* A passion for food and a deep understanding of culinary trends
Benefits
* Company Pension
* Training and Development
* Employee Discount Platform - All Kepak employees are entitled to access to the WrkIt platform, which offers significant discounts and cashback with hundreds of brands
* Refer a Friend Scheme - Get up to £500 for successfully referring a friend or family member to Kepak Group
* Bike to Work Scheme - You can buy a bike and safety equipment through a salary sacrifice scheme which reduces your taxable income - meaning you pay less tax!
* Subsidised Canteen - Our on site canteen is serving multiple hot food options during the day
* Free Car Parking - Our Kepak site has a dedicated staff car parking facility which is free to use for all of our colleagues.
* Long Service Awards - We recognise, acknowledge and award the dedication and valuable contribution of long serving employees
* GroceryAid Employee Assistance Program - Providing emotional, practical and financial support for all Kepak colleagues
If you are a visionary chef with a passion for innovation and development, apply today. We look forward to welcoming you to our team and seeing the incredible impact you will make by bringing your creative ideas to life in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Food Production
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