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

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

British Columbia

Manitoba

New Brunswick

Newfoundland & Labrador

Nova Scotia

Ontario

PEI

Prince Edward Island

Quebec

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.

Job Outlook

Food and beverage product developers are consistently needed, as companies rely on skilled professionals to create high-quality products. Opportunities exist across 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 Product Development Recipes Innovation Culinary Testing Safety

Important Skills

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.

Research

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

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

References

AITC Canada

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