Graduate Development Technologist

Alexander Steele Recruitment is delighted to be supporting an expanding food manufacturing business in the search for a Development Technologist. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the beginning of their food manufacturing career who is passionate about food, enjoys being hands-on in the kitchen and wants to develop within an innovative business that supplies exciting products to well-known foodservice and retail customers. You''ll become part of a supportive and experienced product development team where you''ll be encouraged to learn, contribute ideas and gain exposure to every stage of the product development process. The Role This is a varied position where no two days are the same. Working alongside experienced NPD professionals, you''ll help bring new products to life whilst supporting projects from initial concept through to commercial launch. Key Responsibilities: Assist with the development of new products and improvements to existing recipes. Prepare product samples and carry out practical kitchen work to support development projects. Support factory trials, product launches and first production runs. Research food trends, ingredients and emerging consumer preferences to inspire new concepts. Work closely with Technical, Operations, Procurement and Commercial teams to ensure projects remain on track. Participate in product benchmarking, taste panels and product evaluations. Help organise and maintain an efficient, professional development kitchen. ..... full job details .....