Graduate Food Product Developer

Quorn Foods are delighted to be recruiting for a Graduate Food Product Developer to join our team based in Leeds!

The Role

Working closely with our team of Senior Product Developers and Product Development Manager, you will be responsible for the development and execution of new food product concepts from concept to launch which are ultimately fit for the Quorn brand.

You will be involved in the end-to-end food innovation process, working cross-functionally with people such as our team of amazing innovation chefs and across our supplier base within our manufacturing sites to develop and deliver new concepts.

Day-to-day, you'll typically be supporting technical aspects of food product development which meet briefs on time and in full, as well as development project risk assessments, writing robust product specifications, contributing to idea generation sessions and keeping detailed records of all work carried out in order to report on results.

This role is a hybrid position with travel required between our sites in Leeds and Stokesley, as well as allowing flexibility to work remotely if needed.

The closing date for applications will be Monday 10th April and all applicants will then be contacted regarding next steps in the interview process.

The successful applicant will have:

• Undergraduate level qualification (expected 2023 or already achieved) in food science/technology

• Ability to work flexibly across our sites in West & North Yorkshire

• Demonstrable passion for food, food trends and in particular, the meat-free category

• Capability to work across multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

• Desire to solve problems and achieve results

• A passion for healthy, sustainable products which are better for our consumers and the planet – you don’t have to be a vegetarian to work for Quorn!

Together with offering the opportunity to develop within a growing sustainable business we also offer:

• A Competitive Salary
• 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Generous Pension Scheme and Life Insurance Options
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Staff Shop

To apply for this vacancy, please apply below. We look forward to receiving your application.

About Us

Quorn is a global company led by a clear purpose and ambition. By 2030, we will be a Net +positive business with 8 billion servings of our amazing Quorn & Cauldron products being consumed across the world.

At Quorn, we have a simple message, to create an inspiring range of irresistibly tasty meals which are not only great for you and your family, but for the planet and generations to come.

It is our collective differences that make Quorn special. Our heritage speaks to this, as pioneers of meat alternative products, we choose to embrace a different path which sets us apart.

We are committed to four core values which make us who we are. We are ‘Stronger Together’, we aim to ‘Make Lives Better’, we ‘ Think Big & Act With Courage’ and we ‘Strive To Be The Best’.

Quorn is committed to promoting diversity across our workforce. We are dedicated to attracting and developing talent, empowered through an inclusive culture.

Our backgrounds, experiences and ideas are all valued so we can foster an environment where our differences make us ‘Stronger Together’.

All suitably qualified applicants will be considered regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, religion, and age.