At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative food projects from concept to launch across KFC Australia.
- Company: Join KFC's fun and entrepreneurial Food & Innovation Team.
- Benefits: Be part of a dynamic team with opportunities for growth and creativity.
- Other info: Collaborate with diverse teams and influence KFC's menu across 860+ restaurants.
- Why this job: Shape the future of KFC's menu and make a real impact on customer experience.
- Qualifications: Experience in food innovation and project management is essential.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Shape the future of food innovation across KFC Australia.
Lead high-impact product development from concept to restaurant launch.
Inspire a talented team and influence our menu across 860+ restaurants.
As our Senior Innovation Development Manager, you'll report to the FIT Director and lead a talented team of Food Innovation Technologists within our fun, entrepreneurial Food & Innovation Team.
Together, you'll keep KFC modern and distinctive through bold menu innovation building on customer favourites such as the bunless Double Down, our brand new 11-drink KWENCH range and the buzz-generating PickleCore menu.
From ideation and hands-on kitchen trials to restaurant launch and evaluation, you'll turn great food ideas into scalable products that deliver on taste, quality and commercial impact.
HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE AS OUR SENIOR INNOVATION DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
- Lead food innovation: Lead complex new product and packaging development projects from brief to national restaurant launch. Create distinctive, market-leading products that support our Menu Vision and business objectives. Identify opportunities to optimise our existing range and improve the customer experience. Translate food, consumer and competitor trends into scalable innovation opportunities.
- Bring concepts to life: Get hands-on in our Restaurant Support Centre innovation kitchen—experimenting, tasting, refining and showing how brilliant ideas can work in restaurants. Design and lead restaurant trials, monitor results and optimise products ahead of launch. Ensure products meet KFC's taste, quality, nutrition, operational and commercial guidelines. Evaluate performance after launch and apply learnings to future innovation.
- Drive projects with impact: Own project plans, critical paths, key milestones and deadlines. Navigate ambiguity and complexity, creating clarity and maintaining momentum. Troubleshoot product and packaging challenges and develop clear, practical solutions. Present recommendations and project updates to senior leaders and Franchisees.
- Build powerful partnerships: Bring cross-functional stakeholders on the development journey, partnering across Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance and other teams in a collaborative, energetic environment. Work closely with suppliers and agency partners to achieve strong project outcomes. Influence Franchisees and leaders through commercial awareness, food expertise and compelling communication. Share insights and ideas with KFC's global food community.
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KFC in East Lismore is an exceptional employer that prioritises a supportive and inclusive work culture, ensuring every team member feels valued and empowered. With competitive pay rates, comprehensive on-the-job training, and flexible scheduling options, KFC fosters both personal and professional growth, making it an ideal place for those looking to thrive in a dynamic environment. Join us to not only enhance your skills but also to create memorable experiences for our customers and team members alike.
