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Food Product Development for the UK Grocery Market -

Placement Programme

Salary: £25,000 per annum

Benefits: Relocation Financial Assistance - Any relocation payments made will be paid back in October 2026! Access to Bakkavor benefits such as a discount platform

Location: Greencore site TBC

Ways of Working: Site based

Contract Type: 12 Month FTC

Why Greencore?

Greencore is one of the UK's leading manufacturers of convenience food, with over 100 years of experience and a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.

Every day, our food reaches millions of consumers through the UK's major retailers and foodservice providers. With over 28,000 colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and US, we're investing in the talent, expertise and capabilities that will help shape our next century of success.

We're already home to some of the best talent in the industry. From operations, manufacturing and engineering to technical, commercial and central functions, our colleagues have the opportunity to learn from each other, develop their skills and build rewarding careers in a business where they can make a real impact.

Many of our leaders and specialists started their careers with Greencore - developing future talent is an important part of how we continue to grow and succeed as a business. That’s why our graduate, undergraduate and apprenticeship programmes are so important, giving talented young people the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, learn from experienced colleagues and take the first steps towards a rewarding career with us.

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What you’ll be doing

• If you share our passion for great food, you'll receive ample opportunities, development, and guidance to help you learn and grow throughout your placement.
• You'll gain skills in various areas, including critical path management, ingredient sourcing, costings, couriers, product benchmarking, trends, and actual product development alongside a chef team. Please note that this role is office-based, not kitchen-based.
• This entry-level placement is ideal for those currently studying a food-related or hospitality degree, with the aim of entering the food industry upon graduation.

What we’re looking for

• Undergraduate currently studying a food, nutrition or hospitality-related degree, with a passion for food (Must be mid degree, not mid masters)
• Experience working as part of a team
• Existing right to work in the UK (we are unable to sponsor visas for this placement)
• A clear motivation to learn more about the food industry
• A desire to learn how Development teams aid a business success and drive engaging and valued partnerships with our customers   The ability to apply practical ideas and demonstrate adaptability.
• A curiosity to explore, learn, and show initiative
• Attention to detail
• A full UK driver’s license and own transport is preferred, as some of our locations and suppliers are not always readily accessible by public transport 
• At Greencore we put our people at the core. We celebrate their differences and help everyone to be themselves at work. Together we make every day taste better.

All placements are subject to successful right to work checks, and eligibility to work in the UK.

If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success.

What you’ll get in return

• You will work with an experienced line manager who will conduct regular performance reviews and support you through a skills checklist to ensure your development.
• Assuming everything progresses as planned, Greencore will assist you in identifying the right career opportunities upon completing your degree. This could include direct entry roles or positions within our Graduate programmes.
• From day one, you will take responsibility for your work area and personal development, with comprehensive on-the-job training provided.

Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career.

“We reserve the right to close this advertisement before the stated closing date.’’

Pay: £25,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person