Job Description

:

The Food Technologist will be responsible for designing and overseeing the development of

a small-scale industrial food production and packaging line for our growing brand. This

role supports the transformation of chef- and bar-expert-created recipes into commercially

viable, packaged products suitable for distribution across branches, stores, and

supermarkets.

Key responsibilities include:

Designing and setting up a production system for batch production of prepared meals,
pastries, and ready-to-drink beverages

Conducting product testing for shelf life, microbiological stability, and compliance
with food safety laws

Developing packaging solutions that are cost-effective, safe, brand-aligned, and
compliant with UK/EU food contact regulations

Selecting appropriate preservation methods, packaging materials, and ingredients to
maintain product quality during transport and retail storage

Establishing quality control procedures, including temperature control, traceability,
batch coding, and HACCP compliance

Working with suppliers to source ingredients, packaging, and processing equipment Producing technical documentation including allergen declarations, ingredient labels,
and nutritional panels

Supporting production training and hygiene protocols for kitchen and factory staff
This role is essential for bridging the gap between culinary creativity and industrial-scale

food operations, enabling us to expand from a single cafe into a multi-branch retail and

wholesale food brand.

Qualifications and Experience Required

The Food Technologist role is highly specialised and requires a strong background

in industrial food production, packaging science, and quality assurance. The successful

candidate must demonstrate the following:

+ Minimum Experience

At least 5 years of professional experience in a food manufacturing or industrial
kitchen environment

Proven track record in designing food production processes, including small-batch
or scalable systems for ready meals, pastries, or beverages

Hands-on experience in product shelf-life testing, food preservation techniques, and
packaging development for retail environments

Experience implementing and monitoring HACCP systems, allergen management,
traceability protocols, and labelling standards

+Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of packaging technologies, including vacuum sealing, modified
atmosphere packaging, and eco-compliant materials

Familiarity with UK and EU food safety regulations, particularly for pre-packaged
goods

Ability to create nutritional labels, allergen declarations, and ingredient
specifications in line with UK labelling law

Competence in selecting ingredients, additives, and stabilisers that comply with clean-
label expectations while achieving shelf stability

+Preferred Qualifications

A degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or Food Engineering (or a related
field)

Certifications in food hygiene, HACCP, or packaging design (e.g., BRCGS, Level 4
Food Safety)

Experience working on launch projects for new food brands or product lines is
desirable

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 60 months

Pay: 39,000.00-49,750.00 per year

Schedule:

Flexitime Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: ft-bvcl