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Gary Mc Dowell

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Head of Food, Innovation and Development at DELI LITES
📍 County Monaghan, Ireland

Gary Mc Dowell is the Head of Food, Innovation and Development at DELI LITES, leveraging his BSC in International Culinary Arts to lead new product creation. He is a recognized industry expert, serving as a judge for the Irish Quality Food and Drink Awards and leading a team whose products are finalists in the Blas na hÉireann Irish Food Awards.

Outside of his direct role, Gary engages with local culture by sponsoring podcasts like "The Tea with Me, " where he finds it insightful to learn how consumers navigate food intolerances. He actively fosters a collaborative environment, viewing suppliers not just as vendors but as integral "food partners" in the development process.

Unique fact: He serves as an official judge for the Irish Quality Food and Drink Awards, evaluating products from his peers.

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Experience
32 Years
Current Role
Head of Food, Innovation and Development
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
County Monaghan, Ireland
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Food Judging & Quality
Serves as a judge for the prestigious Irish Quality Food and Drink Awards, highlighting his expertise in evaluating food quality, innovation, and market trends.
New Product Development
His career is focused on NPD, recently launching a new Christmas range and actively looking to hire creative chefs to elevate his company's offerings.
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Career

Work history

10-2016
Head of Food, Innovation and Development
DELI LITES
10-2016 - 1-2023
Food Innovation Manager
Deli*Lites
8-2014 - 10-2016
NPD Manager
Karro McGee's
9-2010 - 7-2014
Site Executive Chef
Kerry Foods Carrickmacross
10-2005 - 9-2010
Research and Development Manager
Silver Hill Foods
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Education
9-2020 - 5-2021
Post Graduate Diploma
Southern Regional College Newry
1993 - 2005
BSC International Culinary Arts
Southern Regional College Newry
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