NPD Chef

09/04/21 Kildare Neg

Permanent full-time

An exceptional opportunity has arisen with a leading Irish Food business based in Naas, Co. Kildare. This highly innovative business is seeking an experienced Development Chef to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis.

This role will be responsible for the end-to-end execution of culinary projects and other NPD support activities contributing to the continued growth of the business. The ideal candidate should have a high level of competence in culinary techniques and will be able to demonstrate a strong knowledge of current food trends.

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven, passionate NPD Chef to join a market leading business focused on execution of future trends. There are regular opportunities for development and progression within the wider Food Group.

This role offers a salary starting from €40,000 and a competitive benefits package.

Role & responsibilities:

• Responsible for the continuous development and ownership of the Culinary innovation process to agreed performance metrics.
• Lead projects to support new product launches and continuous improvement projects in line with the requirements and guidelines related to Innovation.
• Ensure stage gate innovation process is used appropriately to deliver the agreed targets set by the business.
• Manage projects to a high standard by completing all required documentation and maintaining an up to date and accurate reports.
• Ensure structural performance, Quality, cost improvements, food safety and sensory are maintained.
• Explore new technologies to support innovative R&D, through development of partnerships and support network with leading edge suppliers and culinary academic establishments.
• Work closely with R&D Technologists to design and monitor industrial trials. Evaluates, and shares outcomes to drive decisions during project development phase.
• Lead Customers presentations for the business, developing creative innovation programs for your Customers (both internal & external).

Skills, experience and educational requirements:

• A Degree in Culinary Innovation would be beneficial.
• Minimum of 2 years' of kitchen/culinary experience, in a similar development role.
• A solid understanding of Food Safety & Quality Management systems.
• Highly motivated and passionate about food.
• Ability to taste and distinguish flavours and colors.
• Ability to deliver kitchen recipes and concepts that strengthen and advance the R&D framework.
• Good verbal and written communication skills and strong presentation skills
• Excellent project management skills with ability to prioritise multiple activities simultaneously.
• Flexibility to travel as required.
• Due to the location, own car and full clean drivers license may be required.

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Please apply by sending your CV to Brona Clarke at brona@qsp.ie or call for more information.

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