Christopher Hancock

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ABOUT CHRISTOPHER HANCOCK

Chris Hancock is a passionate food innovator and the Head of Innovation at Bart Ingredients. With a Culinary Arts degree and 14 years of experience in food manufacturing and brand development, he thrives on developing products that excite consumers and push culinary boundaries.For Chris, great product development starts with insight and creativity. He takes a consumer-first approach, blending food trends with technical expertise to develop products that are both innovative and commercially successful. From globally inspired spice blends to premium sauces and meal kits, he is always searching for the next big flavour hit. Leading strategic NPD initiatives from concept to launch, he ensures that every product delivers on quality, taste, and market relevance.Collaboration is at the heart of Chris’s work. Whether working with suppliers, manufacturers, and cross-functional teams or engaging key stakeholders, he excels at translating culinary creativity into scalable, high-performing products. His goal is to land innovation with impact, driving growth and strengthening Bart Ingredients’ position in the UK market.Beyond his professional role, Chris is a dedicated foodie, amateur pitmaster, home brewer, and gardener. He is always experimenting—perfecting the ultimate barbecue rub, fermenting a new small-batch brew, or growing fresh ingredients in his garden. Food isn’t just his career—it’s his passion.Based in Swindon, UK, and a proud Dad, Chris is on a mission to discover, create, and share delicious food experiences—whether on supermarket shelves, at the grill, or around the dinner table.