What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Development Chef- Embedded position at Symrise?
About us
Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances, flavors, food, nutrition, and cosmetic ingredients. Its clients include manufacturers of perfumes, cosmetics, food and beverages, pharmaceuticals and producers of nutritional supplements and pet food.
Its sales of € 4.7 billion in the 2023 fiscal year make Symrise a leading global provider. Headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, the Group is represented by more than 100 locations in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, the United States and Latin America.
Symrise works with its clients to develop new ideas and market-ready concepts for products that form an integral part of everyday life. Economic success and corporate responsibility are inextricably linked as part of this process.
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Your role
The position is located in NW, Arkansas
Duties and Responsibilities :
A. Work closely with and act as a liaison between the Symrise Food BU Technical team and the
customer Culinary, Marketing and Product development teams.
B. Responsible for Culinary representation of Symrise capabilities, ingredients, and solutions daily
within the Customer organization.
C. Develop strong peer to peer (Chef to Chef, Chef to Technical) working relationships with the
customer.
D. Support Symrise Sales by tracking food / market trends and applying that knowledge to the key customer account. Develop proactive product concepts and presentations that feature
Symrise flavors / ingredients / solutions in the identified culinary trend relative to this customers'
product platforms
E. Oversee the organization and inventory of Symrise library ingredients, including seasonings,
flavors, functional tools.
F. Demonstrate deep passion for product / concept design, creativity, science, collaboration, and
networking with cross functional teams.
Other Functions :
Support and advance the goals of Symrise Culinary R&D, to be a "best in class" group. Maintain a safe and clean working environment. Stay abreast of new food ingredient developments and technologies as well as processing and equipment advances. Support sensory through the preparation of food products for testing and routine flavor evaluations for the flavor library .
About you
- B.S. Food Science or related subject area.
- C.R.C. Certification thru Research Chef Association
- Culinary degree from an accredited institution or commensurate experience in professional kitchens.
- Knowledge of ingredient functionality and food chemistry
- Minimum 3 years of experience in food / flavor manufacturing or relatable restaurant industry experience.
Our offer
Become part of our open and transparent culture. It will give you the opportunity to flourish and to develop inspiring experiences that contribute to the health and well-being of consumers in 160 countries around the world. Putting our employees in focus fuels our strong company growth above market rates and makes us an excellent place to develop your career.
Come join us and embark on a fascinating journey with Symrise.
If you feel that you fit the above criteria, then please apply by using our online application system. Your application will be treated confidentially.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
