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Senior Food Technologist

Alexander Steele
Posted 6 hours ago, valid for 7 days
Location

London, Greater London SE1 6LW, England

Salary

£40,000 - £45,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Alexander Steele is seeking a Senior Food Technologist for an award-winning premium foods business in London.
  • The position offers a salary of £40,000, with a discretionary bonus based on company performance, enhanced pension, and the option to work two days a week from home.
  • Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar technical role within food manufacturing and hold a degree in Food Science or equivalent experience.
  • Key responsibilities include supporting the Technical Manager, working with NPD on trials, maintaining specifications, and ensuring compliance with food legislation.
  • The ideal candidate should have strong analytical and communication skills, along with HACCP level 3 certification or above.

Alexander Steele are delighted to continue to work in partnership with an award winning premium foods business. They supply high quality products into the retail, food service and B2B Manufacturing channels. They are looking for a talented Food Technologist who is looking for the next step in their career to join their team in London.

On Offer:

  • A salary of 40,000
  • Bonus (Discretionary based on company performance)
  • Enhanced pension
  • Hybrid - Option to work 2 days a week from home
  • Working Monday to Friday (normal office hours)
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Discounts with retailers and high street outlets

The role:
As Senior Food Technologist you will report in to and support the Technical Manager with the delivery of all safe and legal technical requirements. You will work with the wider business including NPD, procurement, commercial, supply chain and operations as well as working with suppliers and customers.

  • Work with NPD on trials and launches from a Technical perspective
  • Offer Technical support to sales, procurement and to the businesses customers
  • Write and maintain specifications for both the business and customers
  • Liaise with customers regarding product queries and issues and ensure a prompt and effective resolution
  • Liaise with suppliers to ensure they have the relevant customer COPs and make sure these are adhered to
  • Work with Technical Manager to put in place supplier improvement plans
  • Ensure actions for audits are completed.
  • Support with auditing, VACCP, risk assessments and performance monitoring reviews
  • Gap analysis visits
  • Support the Technical manager to ensure relevant information is shared with the team and wider business
  • Timely production of reports and data
  • Ensure that records and store information is accurate

The candidate:

  • A minimum of 3 years experience working in a similar Technical role within food manufacturing
  • Hold a degree in Food Science or the equivalent experience
  • Good knowledge of the food industry and UK food legislation is essential
  • HACCP level 3 or above
  • A motivated individual who can work well under pressure
  • An individual with strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills

If you think this could be the role for you please apply along with an up to date CV. For more information please contact Tracey at Alexander Steele Recruitment.

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