Flavorist / Sensory Scientist (f/m/d)

Permanent employee, Full-time · München

Do you want to make a delicious difference?
As a Flavorist / Sensory Scientist, you will source, apply, develop and create new high-quality flavours tailored to customer projects, product requirements and for special applications.
A Taste of What to Expect
  • Optimise and adjust existing flavours with the help of analysis and test results from flavour analytics and shelf life testing
  • Establish an internal sensory panel and manage the planning, organisation, execution and evaluation of sensory tests
  • Closely collaborate internally with food scientists, application scientists and the business development team and with our customers
  • Leverage sensory data and flavour expertise to optimise formulations and resolve product development challenges
  • Staying informed on advancements in sensory science and flavour chemistry, applying cutting-edge techniques to enhance new product development
The Perfect Recipe of Skills & Experience
  • Master’s Degree in Chemistry, Sensory Science or related fields in Food Science and Technology, with extensive sensory experience or trained as a flavorist
  • At least 5 years of proven successful experience as flavorist in the flavour industry
  • High level of initiative and able to build sensory capabilities from scratch
  • Passion for chocolate and confectionary products with a strong hands on mentality, organisational, analytical and problem solving skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and interact with customers
  • Fluent in English, German language skills are beneficial
A Sweet Package
  • Healthy, Delicious Meals: Fresh, subsidised daily lunches, along with unlimited snacks and drinks to keep you energised
  • Generous Vacation Time: 30 days of paid holiday each year to recharge and pursue your personal passions
  • Work-Life Flexibility: Flexible working hours, and a flat-hierarchy environment where collaboration and open communication thrive
  • Supporting Healthy Lifestyle: Discount to Urban Sports Club so you can stay active and fit
  • Team-Building Events: Strengthen connections and foster a positive team dynamic
  • Sensory Experiences: Evaluate and contribute to the flavour, colour, and aroma of both current and future recipes
  • Chocolate, Every. Single. Day: Because who wouldn't want to indulge in delicious chocolate every single day?
About us
We produce all-natural cocoa-free innovations without compromising on taste, quality, and sustainability to preserve the Earth for our children.

We are on a constant journey of discovery and driving meaningful impact. Through collaboration and shared success, we empower our team to take bold action and make a difference. Every role is designed with purpose, where together ideas flourish, opportunities expand and boundaries are pushed. Joining our team is a step toward to protecting the planet we love. 

As an equal-opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion, starting from evaluating all applications fairly. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.        
       

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