As an NPD Chef you will create and develop new food products for the business. You will test recipes, explore new ideas and help ensure dishes taste great, look appealing and work well in production. This is a hands on role, creative and highly collaborative. It involves working with the NPD team, operations, technical and commercial colleagues, as well as sometimes presenting concepts to customers. You will need a passion for food, and a keen interest in trends and innovation is essential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop new recipes and improve existing products to meet customer and brand expectations
- Test dishes to ensure they keep their flavour, texture and appearance through processing, chilling and reheating
- Research food trends, ingredients and competitor products to inspire new ideas
- Present product concepts to the NPD Manager and support customer meetings when needed
- Work with Operations, Process and Technical teams to scale recipes from the test kitchen to the factory
- Prepare samples, order ingredients and support project tasks within agreed timelines
- Keep high standards of kitchen hygiene, organisation and food safety at all times
- Document work clearly and ensure all development information is shared in full and on time
About You
We believe success comes from collaboration and diverse perspectives. At Samworth Brothers, we value team players who are driven to achieve great results together. You’ll bring the following skills and experience:
- A strong passion for food, creativity and innovation
- Experience as a chef or in food development, with basic literacy and numeracy
- Good understanding of food safety practices and kitchen hygiene
- Ability to work well with others, stay organised and manage tasks to deadlines
- Confident communication skills for presenting ideas and working with different teams
- An interest in market trends, ingredients and customer expectations
What We Offer
We’re building a workplace where different ways of thinking are not just welcomed but supported, with clear communication, flexible processes, and a commitment to continuous improvement so everyone can thrive.
Company pension scheme
Access to health and well-being support, such as healthcare, optical and dental discounts
Employee discount scheme
Experience annual pay reviews
Profit related pay
Opportunity for extended leave
Free on-site parking
Unlock your potential through training and growth opportunities