Pastry Development Chef

Pastry Development Chef c.£35,000 Berkshire Food Manufacturing Job ref: 8732 The company We are seeking a talented individual to join a leading manufacturer of premium bakery products. The business has undergone significant growth due to its dedication to exceptional customer service and high-quality products. About the Pastry Development Chef job The purpose of your role will be to join the NPD team undertaking product development activity in-line with customer requirements under the guidance and direction of the NPD Controller. Key tasks * Develop new ideas and recipes for products, ensuring projects are completed on time and documented according to the NPD process. * Support the smooth transition of kitchen developments to the factory by assisting the process technologist in bakery trials. * Monitor early production to ensure products meet standards and review them against HACCP plans. * Participate in NPD meetings, stay updated on trends, and report findings and ideas as well as other tasks as requested by management. About You * Baking or patisserie qualification is required, with hands-on experience working with dough and a true passion for pastry and bakery development. * At least 2 years of experience in a professional kitchen, restaurant, or development, ideally in dough or pastry. More details The Pastry Development Chef job vacancy is based in Berkshire and is paying c.£35,000 according to your experience. The package includes Life Insurance, Health and Wellbeing Programme, Cycle to work scheme and Free Parking. The working hours are Monday to Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm or 9:00am – 5:00pm. Alternate job titles Senior Development Chef | NPD Chef | New Product Development Chef | Business Chef | Innovation Chef | Menu Development Chef | Food Manufacturing NPD Jobs | Patisserie Chef The site is located in Maidenhead, Berkshire and is commutable from Windsor, Reading, High Wycombe, Bracknell, Slough, Ascot (Berkshire and Buckinghamshire)