At a Glance
- Tasks: Profile and score food products based on appearance, aroma, flavour, and texture.
- Company: Join Griffith Foods, a family business focused on innovative food solutions.
- Benefits: Part-time hours with a competitive salary and training opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible hours, perfect for students looking to gain experience in the food industry.
- Why this job: Be part of a creative team shaping the future of food while learning valuable skills.
- Qualifications: No experience needed, just basic IT skills and good English.
The predicted salary is between 5582 - 5582 £ per year.
Griffith Foods is the caring, creative product development partner helping food companies meet the evolving needs of consumers while sustaining the planet. As a family business founded in 1919 and headquartered in Alsip, Illinois USA, Griffith Foods is known for true, collaborative innovation guided by their Purpose of “We Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish the World”. The company’s product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet.
Duties:
- Profiling a range of food products against key criteria such as appearance, aroma, flavour, and texture.
- Develop own knowledge of testing criteria and be able to confidently score products against them.
- Collaboratively participate in panel discussions, describing product attributes accurately and confidently.
- Responsible for submitting accurate product scoring data into ballots in either paper or electronic formats.
- Attend and participate in training sessions on product area and projects, ensuring continued understanding of product attributes and scale references is maintained.
Education and Training:
- No previous experience needed.
- Basic IT skills.
- Good standard of written and spoken English.
Compensation and hours:
- Hours of work are 9.30am to 12.30pm Tuesday to Thursday, 48 weeks per year.
- The base salary for this position is 5,582.21 GBP fix gross per year.
This role is subject to the successful completion of a fully sensory screening which will form part of the interview process. Please be aware that you will be required to sample a wide range of products that may not be appropriate for all dietary requirements.
Sensory Panellist - EUUK employer: Griffith Foods Inc.
Griffith Foods is an exceptional employer that values its employees and fosters a supportive work culture in Wincanton. With a strong focus on safety and continuous improvement, we offer comprehensive training and growth opportunities for our Shift Maintenance Engineers, ensuring you can develop your skills while contributing to meaningful projects in the food sector. Join our family business and be part of a team that prioritises both your professional development and the well-being of our community.
