Science, Maths and Research - Food Scientist
Science, Maths and Research - Food Scientist
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Food scientists and food technologists develop food and drink products, making sure they are safe to consume.
- Provide accurate nutritional information for food labelling
- Investigate ways to keep food fresh, safe and attractive
- Find ways to save time and money in food making
- Test the safety and quality of food
- Blend new ingredients to invent and modify recipes
- Conduct experiments and produce sample products
- Design production processes and machinery
- Source, cost and select raw materials
- Investigate and resolve problems, like customer complaints or quality issues
You could work at a research facility or in a laboratory.
You may need to wear protective clothing.
Food Scientists tend to work between 39 to 41 hours a week. You could work evenings on shifts.
Starting: £20,000
Experienced: £45,000
You'll usually need a foundation degree, higher national diploma or degree in:
- food science
- food studies
- food technology
Employers may also accept other subjects like chemistry or nutrition. You will need 2 to 3 A levels, or equivalent, for a degree.
You may be able to do a food technologist advanced apprenticeship then move on to a food industry technical professional degree apprenticeship. If you have an EHCP you may be able to apply under the DfE exemption which allows the apprentice to use Entry level 3 English and Maths qualifications. The apprentice would have to be component enough to successfully achieve all other aspects of the apprenticeship requirements, become occupationally competent and achieve Entry Level 3 in English and Maths before the end of their apprenticeship.