Food Innovation Specialist

1 week ago


Worksop, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom Premier Foods Full time

At Premier Foods, we're committed to delivering innovative and delicious products that meet the changing tastes and needs of our customers. As a Food Innovation Specialist, you'll play a key role in driving this vision forward.

About the Role

We're looking for a highly motivated and experienced individual with a passion for food innovation to join our team. You'll be responsible for developing new ideas and concepts, working closely with cross-functional teams to bring these ideas to life, and collaborating with suppliers to identify exciting new opportunities.

About You
  • 1-2+ years experience in creative development, preferably in the food industry
  • Knowledge/experience of manufacturing processes relating to food production, specifically pasteurisation/sterilisation would be advantageous
  • BSc Food Science/Technology or related degree, HNC Food Science/Technology, BTEC Food Science
  • A real 'foodie' with passion/flair for creative innovative trend-based product development
  • Ambitious self-starter, able to manage own projects independently; flexible, tenacious, problem-solving in all aspects of development

As a Food Innovation Specialist at Premier Foods, you'll have the opportunity to work on a wide range of exciting projects, from developing new recipes to creating innovative packaging solutions. We offer a competitive salary of £45,000 - £55,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package including up to 7.5% pension contribution, life assurance, and access to an employee discount scheme.

About Premier Foods

Premier Foods is one of Britain's biggest listed food companies, employing over 4,000 colleagues at 15 manufacturing sites and offices across the country. Our brands have been part of UK life for more than a century, and you'll find them in 94% of British households. At Premier Foods, we believe in inclusion, authenticity, and individuality, and we aim to ensure that all existing and future colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued, and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work.



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