Food Scientist

Food Scientist

Competitive basic + bonus + benefits

Shepherds Bush / Bishops Stortford

We are looking for an outstanding innovative and commercially minded Food Scientist with proven technical expertise, to lead a new innovation agenda through food science, technology and ingredients know-how aligned to our brand and commercial strategy.

You’ll be horizon scanning to create breakthrough technology innovation roadmaps as well as looking for big wins in existing science to improve our understanding and control of ingredients to deliver the yummiest products ever.

You’ll be a key part of the team to lead new products from conceptualisation to launch, bringing new technology into the business that compliment the Chef’s artistry from the kitchen and be able to translate this into the factory environment – working strategically and retaining a hands-on approach to analytical work.

There are limitless layers to the opportunities to make a real difference in this role.

About You

We are looking for individuals who want to join a private, agile, fast paced business with high growth agenda and who can demonstrate an ability to make a difference from Day 1.

Ideal candidates will have

• Bachelor's degree or above in a related field or equivalent experience.

• Ability to use internal and external sources to make technical scientific advances to apply commercially

• Proven ability of working in a laboratory and food process development

• Examples of successes as a food scientist Able to influence at all levels and take people on a new journey of food science, innovation and change.

The Company

Hello. We’re Gü.

Those two tiny dots over the ü emphasise the ‘oooooh-iness’ in our name, so it’s pronounced ‘G-oo’.

Since we started in 2003 our patisserie inspired indulgently layered desserts have become the UK’s most indulgent treat because when life is go go go, we know everyone deserves the goo-iest of treats there are.  

Layers upon layers of loveliness. Delicious textures and flavours, all on one spoon, all at once

All served in your very own perfectly portioned glass ramekin.

Did you know that there are millions of consumers across Europe who enjoy our products and we are looking to launch into many more new markets?

We are creating this brand new role to bring new layers of indulgence to more consumers

Interested? If you wish to apply for this role please click on the apply button with a copy of your up to date CV in Word format quoting reference 3049/299fmj

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