Food science and kitchen management Intern

Internship: Food Science & Kitchen Management
Location: Remote (Cuttack/Bhubaneswar operations)Duration: 3 Months (with possibility of extension)Stipend: ₹10,000/monthAbout UsHappy Gut Kitchen is a food startup focused on gut-friendly, protein-rich meals and snacks for the fitness and wellness community. We are building meal solutions, healthy snacks, and smart food kiosks to redefine how people fuel their workouts and daily lives.Role OverviewWe are looking for a Food Science & Kitchen Management Intern who can help us design, standardize, and optimize our food offerings. This role combines nutrition knowledge + kitchen process design with hands-on problem solving.What You’ll DoRecipe & Nutrition SupportAssist in refining recipes for meals, juices, and snacks.Document nutritional breakdowns (protein, calories, macros).Kitchen Process DevelopmentSupport in drafting SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) for cooking, portioning, hygiene.Explore ways to improve cost efficiency & shelf life.Product Testing & FeedbackOrganize small trials, collect structured feedback from users.Suggest tweaks in taste, portion size, and packaging.Research & InnovationResearch gut-friendly, plant-based, high-protein ingredients.Explore snack formats with 6+ months shelf life.Who You AreBackground in Food Science, Nutrition, Dietetics, or Culinary Management (students or recent grads welcome).Passionate about fitness, nutrition, and innovation in food.Strong with documentation, research, and detail orientation.Comfortable working in a startup environment (fast-paced, problem-solving).What You’ll GetHands-on exposure to real-world food startup operations.Mentorship from chef cofounders & nutrition experts.A chance to convert into a full-time role with higher pay based on performance.