As a Junior Food Scientist at our dynamic beverage start-up, you will play a pivotal role in the development and enhancement of our innovative product line. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a recently graduated food scientist to apply their academic knowledge and passion for food and beverages in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to formulate, test, and refine beverage recipes that meet our quality, taste, and nutritional standards.
Tasks
- Recipe Development: Utilize your expertise in food science to create and optimize beverage formulations that align with our brand vision and consumer preferences. Experiment with various ingredients, flavors, and processing techniques to achieve desired taste profiles and product stability.
- Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough testing and analysis of raw materials, intermediate products, and finished beverages to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal quality standards. Implement corrective actions as needed to address any deviations and continuously improve product quality.
- Research and Innovation: Stay abreast of industry trends, scientific advancements, and emerging ingredients to drive innovation and differentiation within our product portfolio. Collaborate with suppliers and research partners to explore novel ingredients and technologies that offer competitive advantages.
- Documentation and Reporting: Maintain detailed records of formulation iterations, experimental protocols, and analytical results. Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations to communicate findings, recommendations, and project updates to internal stakeholders.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues from various departments, including marketing, operations, and regulatory affairs, to ensure seamless integration of product development activities with overall business objectives. Collaborate on cross-functional projects to support company-wide initiatives and goals.
- Developing Sanitation Procedures: Food scientists are responsible for developing comprehensive sanitation procedures tailored to the specific requirements of the bottling plant. This includes specifying cleaning agents, sanitizers, cleaning frequencies, and sanitation methods to effectively remove dirt, debris, and microbial contaminants from equipment and surfaces.
- Microbiological Monitoring: Food scientists conduct regular microbiological testing and monitoring to assess the effectiveness of sanitation procedures and identify potential sources of contamination. They analyze swab samples from equipment surfaces, production areas, and packaging materials to detect the presence of harmful microorganisms and ensure compliance with microbiological safety standards.
- HACCP Implementation: Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) is a systematic approach to identifying and controlling food safety hazards. Food scientists lead the implementation of HACCP principles in the bottling plant, conducting hazard analyses, identifying critical control points, and establishing monitoring procedures to prevent contamination risks at each stage of the bottling process.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of food chemistry, microbiology, and food processing principles.
- Hands-on experience with beverage formulation, pilot-scale production, and sensory evaluation preferred.
- Proficiency in laboratory techniques, data analysis software, and statistical methods.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively collaborate in a team environment.
- Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Passion for innovation and creativity in product development, coupled with a strong commitment to quality and food safety.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity for career growth and professional development in a rapidly expanding start-up environment.
- Hands-on experience working on diverse projects and contributing to the success of innovative beverage products.
- Dynamic and collaborative company culture with a focus on creativity, entrepreneurship, and continuous learning.
Our start-up thrives on a unique blend of diversity, creativity, and collaboration. With a flat organizational structure, every voice is not just heard but valued, fostering an environment where ideas flourish and contributions make a meaningful impact.
Our workforce, comprising 80% female and young talent, reflects our commitment to diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the rich tapestry of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences that each team member brings to the table, creating a vibrant and dynamic workplace culture.
