Sensory Panellist

Twinings; Andover; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Yearly bonus

Flexible working options

Holiday allowance

Onsite gym

Employee discounts

Pension plan

Cycle to work

Health plan

Staff shop

Private medical insurance

Car allowance

Electric car scheme

Learning access

Networking

Job summary

Twinings in Andover is seeking a part-time Sensory Panellist to join our New Product Development team. You will taste, describe and provide data on a range of beverage products, using a clearly defined vocabulary and collaborating with other panellists to ensure consistency.

This permanent role runs Tue–Thu, 09:30–13:30 (12 hours per week). You will contribute to safeguarding our brand while helping to design exciting new products, with opportunities for growth and training.

Qualifications

• Strong vocabulary and basic numeracy skills.
• Thrives in a team and can motivate others.
• Ability to work independently and stay focused on assessments.
• Excellent communication, able to describe tastes in detail.
• Willingness to learn and apply learnings.
• Adheres to standard operating procedures.
• Good attention to detail in sensory attributes.

Responsibilities

• Taste and evaluate a range of beverage products using a defined vocabulary.
• Collaborate and communicate with panellists and panel leader.
• Participate in product and sensory attribute training and assessments.
• Willingness to taste and try new flavours and innovative products.
• Willingness to implement feedback and follow instructions.

Skills

Sensory evaluation

Team collaboration

Independent work

Communication skills

Attention to detail

IT systems familiarity

Job description

Sensory Panellist

Application Deadline: 17 September 2026

Department: New Product Development

Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Andover

Description

Andover

Great People Work Here

Are you searching for a career with bags of variety, in an environment that celebrates differences and empowers collaboration, which values people and will encourage you to make an impact? Do you want the freedom to explore, and the opportunities to find new ways and to innovate? If so, TwiningsOvo delivers.

We’re looking for people who don’t just come here to get the job done, but who have a real passion for the brand and a desire to do the best job they can. In return, we offer an inspiring package of employee benefits - to show just how much we value you. This role will offer you the scope for growth and the tools to aim high.

Our sensory panellists are an integral part in safeguarding our brand and designing exciting new products that exceed the expectations of our customers.

You will taste, describe, and provide data on different beverage products, using a clearly defined vocabulary, applying consistency to results provided and collaborating with other panellists. *This is a part time, permanent role: Working hours: Tuesday - Thursday, 09:30 - 13:30 (12 hrs per week)

Key Responsibilities

• Taste and evaluate a range of beverage products (relating to taste, appearance, texture, and smell) using a clearly defined vocabulary both individually and within a team
• Collaborate and communicate clearly with other panellists and panel leader, identifying and describing sensory characteristics
• Participate in product and sensory attribute training and assessments
• Willingness to taste and try new flavours and inventive products
• Willingness to implement feedback and follow instructions

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Strong vocabulary & basic numeracy skills
• Thrives working as part of a team, enjoys engaging and motivating others.
• Ability to work independently and be fully focused during product assessments.
• Excellent communication skills, articulate and able to describe taste experiences and sensations in good detail.
• Willingness to learn and cement learnings to build own mastery.
• Adheres to standard operating practices
• Good attention to detail especially when it comes to sensory attributes
• Willingness to use IT systems (full training can be provided)
• Ability to stay motivated and focused during repetitive tasks

Benefits

• Yearly bonus based on personal contribution and financial performance
• Flexible working options
• 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays and the option to buy and sell holidays (Pro Rata)
• Onsite Gym and Wellbeing Centre
• Perkbox – employee discount scheme with discounts online, in high street stores, cinema, holidays, restaurants and many more
• Pension scheme with your contributions matched for up to 10% of your salary
• Cycle to work scheme
• SimplyHealth Cash plan
• Onsite Staff shop and online staff discounts
• Bupa Private Medical Insurance
• Competitive Car Allowance
• Electric Car Scheme
• Access to LinkedIn Learning
• Access to ABF Networking, connect, collaborate, and grow across the ABF Group.