Food Applications Specialist: Creative Studio & Lab

Bunge; Zaandam; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to a fully equipped Creative Studio

Room for growth and professional development

Job summary

Bunge in Noord-Holland is seeking an Application Support Specialist who will develop and optimize food applications in our Creative Studio. The role is laboratory- and kitchen-based, focusing on product creation and testing. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology and 3–5 years of relevant experience.

We offer an innovative environment with room for professional growth, creativity in food technology, and access to a fully equipped Creative Studio.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in food applications, preferably in bakery or confectionery.
• Strong technical affinity with a professional chef background.
• Fluency in English is required.

Responsibilities

• Translate briefs into innovative product concepts and prototypes.
• Conduct application testing to demonstrate benefits of specialty oils and fats.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Creative Studio.

Skills

Observational skills

Analytical capabilities

Recipe development

Product optimization

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology

Job description

Bunge in Noord-Holland is seeking an Application Support Specialist who will develop and optimize food applications in our Creative Studio. The role is laboratory- and kitchen-based, focusing on product creation and testing. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology and 3–5 years of relevant experience.

We offer an innovative environment with room for professional growth, creativity in food technology, and access to a fully equipped Creative Studio.