Food & Beverage Product Developer

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It's fascinating to learn how the whole world is connected in some way or another. Making one product requires different ingredients that are grown and manufactured in different parts of the world.

Jaskiran Pelia
Food & Beverage Product Developer

In A Nutshell

I use my knowledge of food science to create or improve products by focusing on taste, texture, and appearance.

I turn small experimental foods into products that can be made on a larger scale.

I organize taste tests to make sure people will enjoy the foods we develop.

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Potential Salary Range

$30,000 - 75,000 Annually

Which provinces would this job be in?

Alberta AB
Alberta
British Columbia BC
British Columbia
Manitoba MB
Manitoba
New Brunswick NB
New Brunswick
Newfoundland & Labrador NL
Newfoundland & Labrador
Nova Scotia NS
Nova Scotia
Ontario ON
Ontario
Prince Edward Island PEI
Prince Edward Island
Quebec QC
Quebec
Saskwatchewan SK
Saskwatchewan

I spend most of my time in a food lab, where I get to experiment with new recipes and ideas. I love testing flavors and textures to create tasty, exciting products that people will enjoy. Making food better and more fun to eat is what drives me every day.

Workplace

Indoor

Job Requirements & Duties

  • Conduct tests to check food products for taste, texture, appearance, and overall quality
  • Develop methods to preserve food, extend shelf life, and make production more efficient
  • Identify issues with food products and create solutions to improve flavour, nutrition, and quality
  • Collaborate with quality teams to ensure all food products meet safety and quality standards
  • Share test results and ideas with management or product teams to guide decisions
  • Monitor food trends, consumer preferences, and production methods to find opportunities for new or improved products
  • Work with suppliers, farmers, or agricultural partners to source ingredients

Education & Training

  • A university degree in food science, nutrition, or a related field is usually required. Hands-on experience with food production or working with agricultural ingredients is also valuable.
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Job Outlook

    Food and beverage product developers are in strong demand, as companies look for skilled people to create new and high-quality products. Opportunities are growing in agriculture, food manufacturing, and product innovation.

Related School Subjects

Science
Health Education
Career Education

What words come to mind when thinking about this career?

Food Experimenting Chemistry Science

Important Skills

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Adaptability

I adapt to changing plans and unexpected challenges, using trial and error and scientific approaches to develop new food products successfully.

Creativity & Innovation

I use creativity and innovation to develop new food products and find ways to make existing products more exciting.

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Research

I study food trends, consumer preferences, and industry research to help develop products that people will enjoy and trust.

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Detail-Oriented

I pay close attention to every detail when trying new foods. Every texture that feels off or color that looks unusual needs to be fixed if the food is going to be successful.

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The Best Things About This Job Are…

Pays Well
Work Changes Daily
Problem Solving
Continuous Learning
Working With A Team