Lead Food Technologist, RTE Product Development

Babylonstoren; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African food product company is seeking a motivated product development professional. Responsibilities include leading the development of ready-to-eat products, managing factory trials, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Food Science and considerable experience in product improvement within the food industry. Strong project management skills and fluency in Afrikaans and English are essential.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in ready-to-eat product development.
• Proven experience in driving product improvements.
• Understanding of food safety principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality products aligning with brand values.
• Manage kitchen and factory trials including documentation.
• Conduct shelf-life assessments and implement findings.

Skills

Project management

Team collaboration

Fluency in Afrikaans and English

Conflict resolution

Sensory skills

Education

BSc Food Science or related

Job description

A leading South African food product company is seeking a motivated product development professional. Responsibilities include leading the development of ready-to-eat products, managing factory trials, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Food Science and considerable experience in product improvement within the food industry. Strong project management skills and fluency in Afrikaans and English are essential.