R and D technician
McCain Foods
- Villeneuve-d'Ascq, Nord
- CDI
- Temps-plein
- You will lead kitchen activities on new and improved products across potatoes and appetizers.
- Product development: you support the organization of the kitchen, pilot, and trial tests in partnership with project developers, make sure they are correctly documented, and you will define cooking instructions for optimal product conditions. You also oversee organizing sensorial tastings.
- Technical assessment: Thanks to your technical expertise you support competition assessment. You are fully involved in new product presentations and a food show supporting our Culinary Chef with sampling, and logistics around tasting sessions. You work closely with suppliers to be a culinary pilar, with creativity you participate in the selection of ingredients, manage the database of ingredients and of equipment. You are curious and aware of new trends by watching competitors and attending food shows.
- Specifications: You oversee entering data into the system and maintain the quality and accuracy of data.
- You have a relevant background in food science or technology, and relevant experience within the food industry.
- Thanks to your understanding of R&D processes or your experience in hotels or restaurants, and your appetite for food you will make this job a success.
- You are naturally curious and act proactive with your colleagues, while handling several tasks in a flexible manner.
- You have a driver's license for occasional travel.
- Good excellent English skills, both written and spoken are a plus.
- You have a positive attitude and are naturally resilient.
- You are part of a global R&D organization.
- You will work on exciting projects for both appetizers and potato innovations.
- A role in which you can show full ownership and bring your passion for food into work.
- An exciting role, with lots of interactions both internal and external.
- An interesting full-time position.
- A varied and responsible position within a high-quality production company.
- Extensive career and learning opportunities.
Division: Global Research and Development
Department: Innovation chef
Location(s): FR - France : Nord : Villeneuve-d'AscqCompany: McCain Alimentaire SAS