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Food Technologist wanted at Dubai, UAE with leading Flavours and Fragrances company with the following responsibilities and qualifications:
Job Responsibilities
Evaluation and Selection of Flavours:
- Compound seasonings and flavour formulas developed by the Flavourist.
- Apply and evaluate flavours for snacks and savoury applications based on relevant briefs.
- Proactively monitor the performance and stability of flavours.
- Select optimal flavours for projects, ensuring alignment with taste profile, legislation, technical suitability, and cost requirements.
- Prepare state-of-the-art flavoured products and samples for customer presentations and capability demonstrations.
- Identify and implement appropriate flavour delivery systems and technologies.
- Translate market trends into new product concepts and developments.
Innovation
- Support the development and implementation of new technologies in collaboration with broader teams and Innovation Centres within the region and globally.
- Assist in marketing initiatives and train the commercial team and customers on new capabilities.
Maintain Systems
- Actively maintain performance data for the flavour portfolio by evaluating finished products and capturing profiles.
- Ensure timely ordering of raw materials and maintain in-house stock for all lab activities.
Prioritise Safety
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized lab environment by adhering to and enforcing Givaudan safety policies.
Job Qualification
- A Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or Food Technology. Advanced studies or certifications will be advantageous.
- 3+ years of relevant work experience focussing on applications for the Snacks & Savoury categories in a food application lab, R&D, or a production facility, with a Flavour house or a reputed company in the food or ingredients sector.
- Experience in industrial product development and leading customer projects will be advantageous.
- Have a strong passion and interest in new flavours and foods with well-developed tasting skills.
- Have excellent project management and presentation skills.
- A good awareness of market trends.
- Strong oral and written proficiency in the English language.
- A team player and comfortable with diversity.
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