Product Development Technologist Apprentice Review
at Premier Foods
Degree Apprenticeship
Consumer Products/FMCG, Product Design
Worksop
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
3.9 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.8/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
My role is to develop and improve current products in the market across the Batchelors and oxo range
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy the programme, i get to work and gain experience while gaining my degree at university. i get time to complete uni work and learn everything with experienced colleagues.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes, i have learnt how to work in a professional environment, learn new excel skills, learn about the food industry while developing my interpersonal skills, presentations skills etc.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
It is well organised, i attend uni every 8 weeks in blocks for 3-4 days and return to my full-time job and complete my job and assingments
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I get support when i need it and ask for it.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
I get support when i ask for it.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I wouldnt be able to complete my day role without the background understanding from university.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
I have joined the AAN and i am apart of multiple perifferal teams such as HACCP, COSHH and the social team
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Premier Foods to a friend?
Yes
Why?
You are looked after and make sure you have the resources to complete your job efficiently without burning out
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Premier Foods?
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