Principal Food Scientist

Griffith Foods Limited; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer of food products is looking for a Principal Food Scientist in Toronto to lead R&D projects, ensuring new product development aligns with business strategies. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree and extensive experience in the food industry, particularly in meat or protein processing. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing projects and providing scientific expertise while maintaining high-quality standards.

Benefits

Paid top-up for Pregnancy, Parental and Compassionate Care leave

Health and Group Benefits (100% premiums paid)

Education reimbursement program

Generous defined contribution retirement plan

Annual wellness allowance

Annual incentive

Qualifications

• 8 years of Research and Product Development experience in the food industry.
• Experience working with food manufacturers and processors.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead R&D projects to develop new and optimized products.
• Manage scientific experiments contributing to product development.
• Participate in customer presentations and maintain laboratory records.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Technical proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science

Food Technology

Food Chemistry

Job description

Posted Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 4:00 AM | Expires Monday, June 23, 2025 at 3:59 AM

GRIFFITH FOODS

Griffith Foods is a global manufacturer of food products. We provide a wide range of taste and texture components for food industry customers throughout the world. Our products include seasoning blends, dry mixes, coating systems, dough blends, crumbs, flavors, sauces and food bases that are used in an extensive variety of application from snack foods and processed meat and poultry to ready meals. Our customers include food processors, restaurant operators and grocery retailers. While our name may not be familiar to consumers, our products are key components of foods offered by many of the world’s best-known companies.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Manager, Research and Development; the Principal Food Scientist is responsible for leading Griffith Canada Research and Development (R&D) projects to develop new and optimized products for key clients that support the overall Griffith Foods business strategy.

• Leads department initiatives and multiple priorities, projects and timelines concurrently.
• Use strong technical and problem-solving skills to approach complex projects.
• Acquires and maintains the necessary technical skills and scientific knowledge through reading and training in new technologies and shares/updates/educates the group and/or participates in industry associations or activities where possible.
• Manages R&D projects and conducts ongoing scientific experiments contributing to new products and technologies.
• Offers recommendations for new products, processes, techniques, or solutions.
• Operates specialized equipment, evaluate materials and products, and assists in production trials as required.
• Communicate professionally with all departments, clients, and suppliers.
• Maintains GLP's, GMP's, and accurate laboratory records.
• Provides leadership and training to more junior scientists.
• Participates in sensory panels.
• Leads or participates in customer presentations.
• Leads or participates in internal cross-functional teams to complete special projects as assigned.
• Leads and assists Innovation activities that support the long-term strategy of the organization.
• Responsible for maintaining the security of all information regarding product formulas and related confidential information.
• Ensure a clean and safe work environment.
• Comply with all product safety, regulatory, and quality requirements, and with all company policies and procedures.
• Travel as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Chemistry or related technical degree is required.
• Minimum of 8 years of Research and Product Development experience within the food industry, preferably related to meat or protein processing. Experience should include working directly with customers and manufacturing facilities.
• Must have experience working directly with food manufacturers and processors.
• Must be able to travel as required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

What We Offer(*):
Paid top-up for Pregnancy, Parental and Compassionate Care leave.

Health and Group Benefits (100% of premiums paid by Griffith foods).
Education reimbursement program.
Life event recognition and on the job recognition.
Generous defined contribution retirement plan.
Career development and growth opportunities.
Annual wellness allowance.
Annual incentive.

*Please note that terms and conditions apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Griffith Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. If you need assistance or require accommodation please contact: [e-mail] .