Food Scientist

About This Role

Developing and commercializing innovative, high-quality food products is the core of this role within the Innovation Center of Excellence. The Food Scientist will work closely with cross-functional teams and monitor industry trends, embracing the company's culture and brand history.

Responsibilities

• Develop new items from concept through to commercialization; continuously monitor product throughout its lifecycle
• Reformulate/evaluate existing items for continuous improvement and market relevance
• Solve technical problems in product formulation, processing and packaging
• Conduct sensory evaluations of products and translate testing outcomes into actionable next steps for product success
• Develop and maintain accurate and organized product documentation throughout the product lifecycle; including but not limited to internal product specifications, FDA labeling requirements, supplier specifications, food cost and associated databases
• Monitor industry trends to grow a portfolio of products ideas
• Other related duties, as required

Requirements

• Bachelor
• Product Development experience for Food Manufacturing required; 3 years minimum
• Culinary experience in a restaurant kitchen or related experience; 2 years minimum
• Strong knowledge of food product development, product commercialization, sensory science and testing methodologies
• Strong grasp of food trends, techniques, innovations and menu development
• Must possess an intense passion for food
• Demonstrated project management skills with ability to self-motivate and work well under strict timelines
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills
• Ability to taste and smell flavor profiles and food products
• Must be able to work in a freezer environment
• Required to stand/walk, bend, stoop, kneel and reach
• Ability to lift/push/carry items up to 50 pounds
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Nice to have:

• Certified Research Chef or Certified Culinary Scientist
• Batter/breading and or fried food manufacturing experience desirable

About the Company

The Pictsweet Company is a food company with headquarters in Bells, TN.