Senior Development Chef

Do you want to work for a company that goes the extra mile for its customers, colleagues and communities ?

We are a company that values, recognises, and celebrates all individuals for a job well done.

If you are a team player who enjoys working in a collaborative environment, leads by example and can be proactive and creative at the same time then why not join our family.

You will need to be resilient, efficient and productive and in return you will be rewarded , with career progression, development opportunities, a competitive salary and a great benefits package.

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Development Chef to join our existing team

PURPOSE OF ROLE:

To support and Inspire Iceland product development, product sign off panel. PR internal & external. Renovate product ranges through all categories.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Inspire development panels/ facilitate taste/quality panels
• Provide feedback to buyers, technologists and suppliers
• Inspire Unique ranges//recipes for Iceland
• Lead seasonal trend workshops inline with category strategy
• Be the voice of the customer during the product development process (especially when working with suppliers)
• Support key initiatives promoting products to colleagues if required
• Cook/prepare for panels if necessary
• Work with PR & events teams to land seasonal projects
• Keep up to date with NPD timelines in order to prioritise
• Embed trend/inspiration session through the year in tandem with category strategy

BEHAVIOURAL CAPABILITIES:

• Confidence when dealing with colleagues/suppliers having the ability to say No/firmly portray customer viewpoint when necessary
• Sound judgement skills, able to rationalise panellists comments and ensure reports identify the most relevant information
• Lead project teams from a culinary stand point
• Lead workshops / inspiration sessions to inspire teams across the business

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Culinary skills and knowledge of cooking methods- restaurant standards/experience
• Manufacturing experience
• PC skill use of Microsoft
• Knowledge of Food Safety Act 1990, Food Safety (temperature control regulations) 1995 and HACCP requirements

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

• Driving licence
• Minimum 3-5 yrs experience within a food product development or similar role
• Educated to HNC/HND or degree level or to have equivalent experience.
• Competitor awareness in terms of New Product Development

Alongside this we can offer you:

15% discount in Iceland stores

30% discount at Club Individual Restaurants

33 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Pension (NEST)

Free onsite parking

Onsite electric car charging ports

Subsidised staff restaurant and Costa Coffee

Christmas vouchers

Refer a Friend Scheme

Christmas Savings scheme

Discounted dry cleaning

Long service awards

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