Executive Food Innovation and facility Administration

Position Available: Facility & Admin Management.

Executive - Food Innovation & Facility Administration

EXPERIENCE

• Preference would be for a B.Sc or M.Sc Food Technologist. Can also look at a non-food technologist who has previously worked in a QSR store.
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in food NPD or manufacturing environment
• Comfortable working in R&D Lab / Kitchen setup with strong documentation skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task

1. FOOD INNOVATION

• Assist the Innovation team in recipe creation & testing for all menu items.
• Oversee daily trials, keep clear batch records, SOPs & sample testing logs
• Maintain recipe sheets for all trials & evaluations
• Support sensory evaluations of ingredients & food samples.
• Collaborate with cross functional team for testing of ingredients

1. SOURCE & EVALUATE INGREDIENTS

• Liaison with vendors for ingredient & sample procurement
• Assess raw materials & ingredients for their functionality, compliance & cost.

1. SMALLWARE, EQUIPMENT & PACKAGING TESTING

• Liaison with cross functional team for packaging & smallware development & protype testing.
• Handle testing of all equipment & smallware as per brand standards
• Record observations & maintain records for all testing.

1. FIT KITCHEN OPERATIONS

• Overall maintenance & upkeep of facility & equipment of the FIT Centre
• Procurement of all FIT ingredients, packaging & smallware
• Monthly stock taking & inventory management of FIT raw materials & packaging
• Ensure brand standards are followed at all times
• Oversee food safety & hygiene standards of FIT Kitchen
• Ensure readiness for food showcases and photoshoots
• Ensure all licenses for FITC are renewed and in place.

1. FACILITY & ADMIN MANAGEMENT

• Maintain payroll & attendance records of housekeeping staff
• Create invoices and ensure timely payment to ingredient & packaging vendors
• Maintain & circulate daily & monthly expense records.
• Oversee the housekeeping staff & ensure their availability for smooth operations