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Creative product developer with knowledge of bakery products
Are you the creative product developer with the craftsmanship of a baker? Do you know how to improve, innovate, and make our products more sustainable? Apply now!
What's in it for you
What you'll enjoy doing
Developing and refining new recipes and concepts
Researching recipes for in-house production
Translating development assignments into project proposals
Exploring available ingredients and discovering new ones
Maintaining close contact with ingredient suppliers
Ensuring ingredient specifications are met
Evaluating development results and discussing them with internal and external stakeholders
Supporting production in executing and scaling up recipes for large-scale manufacturing.
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Astrid
I’m a true Spakenburger and love working hard. I enjoy passing this mentality on to my colleagues. We have to do it together! It’s really convenient for me that my work is close to home, right here in the same village.
Danine
I’ve been working at De Graaf Bakeries for ten years and still enjoy it every day. Every day is different and never boring. In our Order Support team, there’s a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. We even meet up outside of work now and then for a drink or a game night!
Tijmen
I’m a Team Leader in the Freezer Warehouse and have been working at De Graaf Bakeries for 24 years. I go to work with pleasure every day and really enjoy helping my colleagues, from the drivers to the Order Support team!
Stephan
My name is Stephan and I’ve been working as a baker at De Graaf Bakeries in Spakenburg for over 15 years. I have to say, I really enjoy my job. The great thing about it is that no two days are the same. Every day, I work on something new and contribute to making a variety of products. What makes it even better is the friendly atmosphere and my fantastic colleagues. So, if you see me walking around with a smile on my face, now you know why. Working at De Graaf Bakeries is simply great!
Erwin
When De Graaf Bakeries approached me for the position of Team Leader in the Technical Service, I had already received several other offers and had decided to move to another company. However, I was convinced to come in for an interview. After the introductory meeting, I was given a tour, and what I saw really appealed to me. I thought, “It’s much better here! A friendly atmosphere and great products.”
Bram
The introduction day at de Graaf Bakeries was an amazing experience! I got the chance to explore all aspects of the company, from production to quality control. The highlight was, of course, baking and tasting a delicious filled cookie myself. A fun and flavorful day I’ll never forget!
Inside your role as a
Creative product developer with knowledge of bakery products
De Graaf Bakeries is known for high-quality products that we produce in large quantities daily for consumers across Europe. Our products are valued by major retailers and fast-food chains. We are proud of our work and continuously strive to create healthier and more sustainable products for our customers, including in the vegan and vegetarian range and improving the Nutri-Score of our current assortment.
As a Product Developer, you will be part of a skilled team working continuously on developing new products. In this role, you’ll use your creativity and results-oriented approach to create the best products that meet our customers’ needs and market trends. You will be responsible for the entire process, from request to production.
Looking for someone like you!
In the world of product development, you feel right at home. With your solid expertise as a baker, you know everything about how different ingredients work in a bakery. Your creativity will contribute to the success of our company. You enjoy developing new products and innovations for our current assortment and are not afraid to think outside the box.
Moreover, you are up to date with the latest techniques and production possibilities. Your inspiration and expertise will be a valuable addition to our team.
Your personality is very important to us, but also you possess:
Your personality is very important to us, but also you possess:
A formal training in baking and a completed bachelor’s degree in food technology (HAS), food innovation, or a similar field
At least 5 years of experience in a similar role
Knowledge of automated systems and production lines is a plus
Your career
At De Graaf Bakeries, we highly value development and growth. We want to know what drives you and what your ambitions are so we can grow together. By keeping the conversation going, we understand your needs and ensure that learning with us remains enjoyable. Within De Graaf Bakeries, we have our own learning platform: The De Graaf Bakeries Academy!
Whether you work in the bakery, in the office, or in logistics; here you have your own learning path. You might know exactly where you want to go, or perhaps you’re still figuring it out. Either way, you can count on us. We provide you with all the space you need to grow according to your individual needs while keeping pace with the times. This way, we remain prepared for the future together.
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