Justin Clarke joins Middleton Foods as Business Development Chef
Clarke has a wealth of knowledge and experience gained in the Royal Airforce, Waitrose, Marks & Spencer and most recently at Nestle Professional
A leading UK’s manufacturer of foodservice pre-mixes has appointed of Justin Clarke to its culinary team. Clarke joins Middleton Foods as business development chef and is a strategic addition to reinforce the company’s commitment to innovation, creativity and culinary excellence.
Commenting on Clarke’s appointment, Glen Middleton, director, Middleton Foods says:"Justin brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective and we’re thrilled to welcome him into our Middleton Foods family. With his unique culinary flair and keen business acumen, we’re confident he will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Middleton Foods as business development chef. Our customers can look forward to exciting new culinary experiences which reflect his innovative approach and dedication to excellence."
As business development chef at Middleton Foods, Clarke will be responsible for growing the healthcare sector, working closely with the sales team to enhance the company's culinary offerings, establishing strategic partnerships and driving business growth.
Speaking of his appointment with Middleton Foods, he says: “It’s great to be surrounded by such passionate people who share the same interest and goal, to support our customers with creative and innovative food solutions. Middleton Foods has a brilliant portfolio of products fitting into all channels across all sector, and I have the knowledge and experience to support our customers’ needs. My specialism is blue sky concepts, recipe development and menu creations, and I can’t wait to elevate the company's culinary offerings to new heights... we have some exciting new plans for 2024.”
Clarke has a wealth of experience thanks to his previous roles, from being classically trained in the Royal Air Force, when he worked in kitchens in some of the most remote parts of the world, including Mount Kent in the Falkland Islands, to developing grab and go concepts for Waitrose. He also enjoyed time as development chef at Marks & Spencer and, most recently, as business development chef at Nestle Professional; a position he held for fifteen years.
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