Ben Smith

Ben Smith is a seasoned food product development professional with extensive experience in the food industry. Currently serving as Senior R&D Product Developer at Woodland Gourmet since August 2025, Ben has previously held roles including R&D Manager at Leahy-IFP and Corporate Chef and R&D Manager at Harris Freeman & Co. This professional background is complemented by a range of positions in quality assurance and culinary management, including Technical Manager at Harris Spice and Product Development Food Scientist, demonstrating a strong foundation in research and development, food safety, and quality management systems. Educational qualifications include a BSc in Food Science from the University of Reading and a Grande Diplome de Cuisine et Patisserie from Le Cordon Bleu.