R&D Chef – Plant-Based Concept, London – £50,000-£55,000 + Benefits
1-Year Contract (with potential to become permanent)

Are you an innovative chef with a passion for plant-based cuisine and functional foods?

We are looking for a talented R&D Chef to join an exciting startup focused on redefining the grab-and-go food market.

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to developing meals designed to support mental wellbeing by nourishing gut and brain health.

Benefits

• Mental Health Support
• Gym Membership

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and test innovative, plant-based recipes that focus on brain, gut, and immunity health.
• Collaborate with a nutritionist to ensure recipes align with functional nutritional guidelines.
• Optimise recipes for scalability, production efficiency, and shelf life.
• Stay informed on trends in plant-based and functional food innovation.
• Lead product validation in pop-ups and prepare for the first store launch.
• Train kitchen staff and maintain food safety and quality standards.
• Respond to customer feedback and refine recipes accordingly.

What They Are Looking For

• Proven experience as a chef, with expertise in plant-based cuisine and food-to-go concepts.

• 5-7 years of experience in the food industry, with a focus on recipe development.
• Knowledge of functional foods and dietary requirements (e.g., vegan, free from alliums).
• Creativity, technical skills, and attention to detail to deliver high-quality recipes.
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work in a startup environment.

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your CV to giulia@corecruitment.com.

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