CACAO Chocolates and Macarons areproducers of premium chocolates and macarons.From the time they launched in **** their goal has been simple – to create beautiful, handcrafted chocolates, macarons and pastries.
CACAO sources natural ingredients of the highest quality, locally and abroad, that offer the very best in flavour. Being respectful of the origin and integrity of where and how these ingredients are produced remains a passionate focus for them.
The Opportunity
CACAO is seeking an experienced and creative Product Development Pastry Chef / Chocolatier to join its Cheltenham-based team in a full-time role.
You will be responsible for developing new pastry and chocolate products from initial concept through to commercial production. Working across both food service and FMCG markets, you will combine technical expertise, creativity and commercial awareness to develop products that meet customer needs while maintaining CACAO's high standards of quality and presentation.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced pastry and chocolate professional who is passionate about innovation and enjoys turning creative ideas into scalable, commercially successful products.
Key responsibilities will include:
Developing new pastry and chocolate products from concept to production
Creating products for food service, retail and FMCG markets
Conducting recipe trials,



product testing and continuous improvement
Scaling recipes for commercial production while maintaining quality
Preparing product specifications, recipes and production instructions
Collaborating with production, sales and customers throughout development
The Ideal Candidate
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Professional experience in both pastry and chocolate production
Experience developing products from concept through to commercial launch
Strong knowledge of ingredients, techniques and production processes
The ability to scale recipes within a commercial manufacturing environment
A creative, organised and commercially focused approach to development
Experience developing products for food service, retail or FMCG customers will be highly regarded.
Take ownership of products from initial idea through to production
Work across premium pastry, chocolate and confectionery ranges
Develop products for both food service and FMCG markets
Join a creative, passionate and cooperative team
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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