Food Technologist

We are seeking a Food Technologist with a strong background in bakery goods to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for generating new product ideas and recipes, modifying and improving existing recipes, and designing processes and machinery for large-scale production.Key Responsibilities:Generate new product ideas and recipes for bakery goods, including cakes and sponges.Modify and improve existing recipes.Design processes and machinery for large-scale production.Liaise with marketing staff to ensure alignment with market needs.Ensure strict hygiene and food safety standards are met.Identify and choose products from suppliers.Monitor the use of additives and test samples.Write reports on products and tests.Key Skills:Excellent written and oral communication skills.Good team working abilities.Confidence and ability to work independently.Meticulous attention to detail, especially regarding food hygiene and safety.Strong analytical and numerical skills.Experience in the bakery field is necessary (must have a bakery background).Experience:3-5 years of product development experience in bakery goods.Practical experience in bake goods product development, manufacturing, and flavor application.Well-developed olfactory and sensory skills.Seniority Level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment Type: Full-timeJob Function: Research, Analyst, and Information TechnologyIndustries: Staffing and RecruitingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Unique Personnel by 2x. Get notified about new Food Technologist jobs in Vereeniging, Gauteng, South Africa.
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