Senior Food Technologist

3 weeks ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia My Muscle Chef Full time

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A$105,000.00/yr - A$125,000.00/yr

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My Muscle Chef (MYMC) is Australia's premium fresh ready-made meal and functional food and beverage company. Based in Sydney NSW, we are growing quickly to extend our position as the online direct to consumer and retail industry leader in an industry that is experiencing explosive growth.

Since 2013, we have experienced continuous growth & hold enormous ambition to remain an industry leader. We are seeking high energy individuals to join our entrepreneurial team and culture to help us unlock our next phase of hyper growth.

MYMC Values:

We pride ourselves on a set of values that tangibly guide our behaviours and decisions, so we can grow the business and enjoy a world-class working experience.

  • Find a Better Way.
  • Walk in our Customers' Shoes. Everyday.
  • Challenge Ideas and Champion Solutions.
  • Integrity is Stronger than Muscle.
  • Enjoy the Journey

About the role:

As part of the R&D team you will be working directly with the Marketing, Commercial, Procurement and Manufacturing teams in a fast-paced and dynamic environment based in our Yennora Head Office. The role will be spread across our MYMC and Chefgood portfolio and contribute to the continuous growth of the brand.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading the development and improvement of food products, ensuring they meet quality standards and regulatory requirements. This role requires strong technical skills, creativity, and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities but not limited too:

  • Autonomously lead R&D projects from ideation to commercialisation as dictated by the function lead and R&D Manager.
  • Be a team leader within the R&D team by managing and mentoring team members
  • Effectively communicating with the SLT to manage up and provide feedback on projects and key business decisions in line with the company's goals and strategy.
  • Lead and organise ideation to commercialisation of meals with the culinary team and other R&D team members.
  • Manage and deliver assigned projects from concept to commercialisation accurately, on time and in full and within budget. Including prototype development, factory trials, implementation, and packaging.
  • Manage all aspects of technical documentation - writing briefs for new products, ensuring compliance as per FSANZ standards, artwork management and biosecurity
  • Value engineer and reformulate existing product lines to continually improve product/service delivery quality.

Skills & Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field required; Master's degree preferred
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in food product development
  • Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, FDA regulations
  • Extensive experience in stakeholder management, across all organisational levels
  • Extensive food manufacturing experience - experience in snack products and beverages is preferred but not essential
  • Knowledge of food safety regulations
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

What we offer you:

  • Enjoy discounted meals & $1 meals and snacks on site
  • A fully equipped gym on-site for employees
  • Be part of a diverse and values-led culture that backs bold ideas
  • Work with a team that cares about building great stuff – no bloated processes here
Seniority level
  • Seniority levelNot Applicable
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionProduct Management
  • IndustriesFood and Beverage Services

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