Food Technologist- Product Development
Core
Develop new products and procedures, improve existing offerings, and support daily operations in the onsite product development lab for Dairy Queen.
Role type
Food Technologist (Product Development)
Builds
New menu items, product specifications, and improved foodservice offerings for Dairy Queen restaurants.
Domain
Food Science / Quick Service Restaurant (QSR)
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Food science principles, sensory evaluation methodologies, analytical equipment operation, food safety regulations (HACCP, GMP), data analysis, technical documentation, QSR cooking equipment knowledge.
Preferred skills
Consumer research project support, cross-functional collaboration, problem-solving in food science, travel readiness.
Responsibilities
Evaluate new products and equipment, conduct sensory testing and taste panels, document ingredient and finished product specifications, monitor marketplace trends, perform analytical testing and troubleshooting, maintain lab facility and equipment, provide technical support and training to internal teams and franchisees.
Seniority
Mid-level IC