New Product Development Chef

Join Our PackFrom a bold idea to revolutionising dog food, More Years has grown into a fast-scaling business dedicated to helping dogs live longer, healthier lives.In just three years, we've built a thriving start-up serving thousands of happy customers across the UK - and we're just getting started. Our mission is to give dog owners a better, fresher, and healthier way to feed their pets. We craft human-cut, personalised meals designed around each dog's unique needs, delivered straight to their door - no preservatives, no compromises, just real nutrition.You can find our customers across the UK, with ambitions to scale internationally and continue transforming how people care for their dogs. 🚀Your MissionThis isn't dog food. This is ultra-premium culinary innovation in a whole new category.Our Chef's Collection has redefined what premium pet nutrition looks like - Wagyu Steak Lasagne sold out within hours; King Prawn & Giant Squid Paella vanished in 72; Truffle & Venison Detroit Pizza sparked industry-wide buzz.As our New Product Development Chef, you'll lead the creation of groundbreaking, award-winning dishes that push the boundaries of what's possible in pet food. Working alongside culinary innovators, nutritionists, and production specialists, you'll bring together haute cuisine and nutritional science to craft products that are as indulgent as they are functional - designed to delight dogs and their owners alike.You'll collaborate closely with Operations, and Marketing, driving innovation from concept to launch. This role is hands-on, creative, and technically demanding - perfect for a chef who wants to make history in a completely new category.Key ResponsibilitiesProduct InnovationDevelop ultra-premium, limited-edition dishes using luxury ingredientsCreate restaurant-quality products that meet strict nutritional and regulatory standardsAdapt fine-dining techniques to gentle steam-cooking processes that preserve ingredient integrityBalance flavour, presentation, and functional nutrition to deliver truly exceptional productsTechnical LeadershipFormulate recipes that deliver exceptional taste and optimal nutritional valueManage sourcing and specification of premium and specialty ingredientsOversee product trials, sensory testing, and production scale-up in the Nottingham kitchenCollaborate with veterinary nutritionists, production teams, and marketingDrive InnovationPush the boundaries of what's possible between haute cuisine and pet nutrition scienceStay ahead of culinary and consumer trends to keep More Years at the forefront of innovationCreate products that generate industry excitement and sell-out demandRequirementsWhat You'll Bring4+ years' experience in professional kitchens (fine dining, Michelin-starred, or premium NPD)Proven track record of taking concepts from idea to marketExperience working with luxury ingredients and technical recipe developmentStrong food science understanding and regulatory knowledgeBackground in premium retail product development or food manufacturingPassion for pushing creative boundariesObsessive attention to detailEntrepreneurial mindset and love for building something newGenuine curiosity about nutrition and the science behind foodWhy This Role Is ExtraordinaryCreate products that make headlines - and sell out in hoursWork with luxury ingredients most chefs only dream of: wagyu, truffles, king prawns, and giant squidCollaborate with like-minded innovators who do things differentlyDefine a new culinary category that blends gastronomy and scienceBuild a career legacy that sets new industry standardsBenefitsWhat's In It For You? Years BenefitsExtensive health care cover including full cancer coverage and a choice of hospitals or consultants (AXA top package)Annual £250.00 Learning & Development budget for courses, books or other self-learn activitiesAnnual £100.00 Wellbeing budgetUp to 2 weeks working abroad per year (selected roles)Monthly recognition through our Yappa of The Month programme1 Volunteer day per year - dog themed or not: it's your choice!Subsidised employee groups - from five a side to padel there's loads to get involved in or the chance to start up your own groupQuarterly subsidised team events from Axe throwing, crazy golf to cocktail makingExclusive discounts on Years and Years treats for yourself and friends/familyLunch & Learn programme - from dog first aid to financial savviness we've got sessions planned to cover all kinds of topicsCasual dressYour birthday off or different day if it falls on a non-working dayAbility to sell any unused holiday back to Years at the end of the Holiday Year (maximum 1 working week)