Food Technologist

People And Partners Group Company Limited; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Food Technologist to oversee the product development and quality control processes for sauces, including mayonnaise and ketchup. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in food manufacturing, particularly in emulsified foods, and strong technical skills in stability management. This is a hands-on role requiring daily factory supervision and collaboration with production teams to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in food manufacturing, preferably in sauces or emulsified foods.
• Strong technical understanding of emulsification, rheology and microbiology.
• Hands-on ability to work daily on the factory floor and support real-time production issues.

Responsibilities

• Oversee product development, quality control, and stability management for sauce products.
• Develop and optimize recipes for mayonnaise and sauces.
• Conduct shelf-life and stability testing.
• Train production teams on GMP and hygiene.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Quality control

Education

Degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Chemistry or related discipline

Job description

Role Summary

The Food Technologist will oversee product development process optimization, quality control and stability management for mayonnaise, ketchup, and sauce products. This is a hands‑on factory‑based role involving daily supervision of formulation and production processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, refine and optimize recipes for mayonnaise, ketchup and sauces.
• Conduct pilot-scale trials and support full-scale production rollout.
• Monitor pH, viscosity, emulsion stability, color, texture and flavor attributes.
• Perform shelf-life accelerated and stability testing.
• Prepare and maintain product specs, ingredient lists and technical documentation.
• Evaluate raw materials (oils, egg products, stabilizers, vinegar, spices, functional ingredients) with suppliers.
• Oversee QC activities including routine tests, batch approvals and retention samples.
• Train production teams on GMP, hygiene and process accuracy.
• Investigate batch failures or quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards for Lebanon and export markets.

Requirements

• 37 years experience in food manufacturing, preferably in sauces or emulsified foods.
• Degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Chemistry or related discipline.
• Strong technical understanding of emulsification, rheology, microbiology, stabilizers and process chemistry.
• Hands‑on ability to work daily on the factory floor and support real‑time production issues.
• Excellent attention to detail, analysis and documentation skills.