Innovations Chef

Innovation Chef Location: Nottinghamshire Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum About the Role: We are looking for a passionate and highly creative Innovation Chef to join the dynamic team in Nottinghamshire. This is a rare opportunity for a chef with a Michelin-level background to move into an innovation-focused role — while enjoying an excellent work-life balance with daytime hours, Monday to Friday. You will play a key role in developing new and exciting food concepts, working closely with the development and operations teams to bring Michelin-quality ideas into scalable, commercially successful products. Key Responsibilities: * Develop innovative recipes, menus, and product concepts to Michelin-level standards * Lead culinary sessions, tastings, and trials with internal stakeholders and customers * Research and incorporate emerging food trends, flavours, and techniques * Collaborate with NPD (New Product Development), marketing, and production teams to bring ideas from concept to launch * Maintain detailed documentation of recipes, ingredients, and processes * Ensure all innovation aligns with quality, safety, and brand standards About You: * Proven experience in Michelin-starred or fine-dining restaurants * Passionate about food innovation, creativity, and culinary excellence * Strong understanding of flavour profiling, modern cooking techniques, and food presentation * Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team * Excellent organisation and communication skills * A proactive, solution-focused approach to challenges * Previous experience in a development or innovation role is an advantage (but not essential) What’s on Offer: * Competitive salary up to £50,000 * Daytime working hours (no evenings or weekends) * A creative, fast-paced working environment * Opportunities for career development and progression * The chance to influence exciting, market-leading food products Interested? If you are a Michelin-level chef looking for your next career step outside of the traditional kitchen, we would love to hear from you