Junior Development Chef
Posted 11 days ago
- Hestley Green, Suffolk
- Permanent
- £27,000 to £30,000 /Yr
- Sponsored
- Expires In 17 days
Are you passionate about food innovation and looking to step into the world of new product development? A fast-growing food manufacturer in Suffolk is seeking a Junior Development Chef to join their creative and collaborative NPD team.
In this exciting role, you'll work alongside a talented Development Chef and report to the Head of NPD. You’ll help bring new food concepts to life – from marinades and sauces to spice blends – for a wide range of customers in the retail and foodservice sectors.
* Monday to Friday 8.30-4.30
* Salary up to £30000p/a
* Eye, Suffolk
Key Responsibilities
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Assist in the development of innovative new food products to customer briefs
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Collaborate with sales, technical, and production teams to ensure project success
*
Support kitchen trials, tastings, and factory scale-ups
*
Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety in the development kitchen
*
Participate in customer presentations, both on and off site
*
Take ownership of your own development briefs after an initial training period
About You
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1–2 years of experience in a foodservice, catering, or restaurant environment
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Culinary flair and a keen interest in food development – ideally with chef training
*
Strong understanding of ingredients, especially herbs and spices
*
Great communication skills and the confidence to work directly with customers
*
Organised, proactive, and a team player who’s ready to learn
*
IT literate (Microsoft Office) and holds a valid full UK driving licence
In this exciting role, you'll work alongside a talented Development Chef and report to the Head of NPD. You’ll help bring new food concepts to life – from marinades and sauces to spice blends – for a wide range of customers in the retail and foodservice sectors.
* Monday to Friday 8.30-4.30
* Salary up to £30000p/a
* Eye, Suffolk
Key Responsibilities
*
Assist in the development of innovative new food products to customer briefs
*
Collaborate with sales, technical, and production teams to ensure project success
*
Support kitchen trials, tastings, and factory scale-ups
*
Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety in the development kitchen
*
Participate in customer presentations, both on and off site
*
Take ownership of your own development briefs after an initial training period
About You
*
1–2 years of experience in a foodservice, catering, or restaurant environment
*
Culinary flair and a keen interest in food development – ideally with chef training
*
Strong understanding of ingredients, especially herbs and spices
*
Great communication skills and the confidence to work directly with customers
*
Organised, proactive, and a team player who’s ready to learn
*
IT literate (Microsoft Office) and holds a valid full UK driving licence