We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing food manufacturer based in London who are seeking an experienced Food Technologist to join their technical team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic business supplying major UK retailers and foodservice customers, with strong prospects for development.

The Food Technologist will act as a key link between the business and its retail customers, managing technical communications and ensuring products meet all required specifications and standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Liaising directly with UK retailers and customers to manage technical queries and provide accurate, timely responses
• Writing and maintaining product specifications for major UK retailer portals
• Ensuring compliance with retailer policies, UK food legislation, and customer codes of practice
• Supporting NPD and technical teams with product launches and updates
• Assisting with audits, documentation control, and internal technical processes
• Working cross-functionally with production, NPD, and commercial teams

The successful Food Technologist will have:

• 2–3 years’ experience within a food manufacturing environment
• Experience writing specifications and managing retailer portals (e.g., Tesco, Sainsbury’s, M&S, etc.)
• Strong understanding of UK food safety legislation and retailer standards
• Excellent communication skills with confidence liaising directly with customers
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• A full UK driving licence

This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive Food Technologist looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation.