Food Technologist

As a Food Technologist on a 12 month fixed-term contract you will be responsible for developing and enhancing food products that align with market trends and consumer preferences. Your duties will include creating new recipes, refining existing ones and ensuring our products meet the highest standards of quality and profitability. You will work between our Culinary Centre in Trafford Park, Haydock facilities and our Media City office, with occasional opportunities to work from home depending on the project. You will have the chance to work on cereal brands such as Crunchy Nut, Special K and Krave. Some national and international travel may be required.

You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive projects from concept to launch, ensuring seamless execution and optimal efficiency.

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Innovation - Developing new products and processes and modifying existing ones in the kitchen and pilot plant.


• Testing - Running plant trials of new products and coordinating first production runs.


• Research - Researching consumer markets and the latest technologies to create new product concepts.


• Procurement- Selecting raw materials and ingredients and preparing product costings to ensure profitability.

We’re Looking for Someone With

• Degree in Food Science or a related discipline with relevant experience.


• Passion for creative product development in the food sector.


• Effective communication skills and ability to work well in a team environment.


• High levels of proactivity and a results-driven mindset, focusing on keeping the consumer at the centre of our efforts.

What’s Next

After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. If you join our team, you’ll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small.

Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email [email protected]

Get to Know Us

We’ve always been driven to unleash the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our iconic, world-class brands at Kellanova include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.

Mars, Incorporated has acquired Kellanova in a transaction that brings together iconic brands, storied legacies and outstanding capabilities with a view to shape the future of snacking. You can learn more here, and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.

Let’s shape the future of snacking.

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status