Culinary Science Intern/Tech

Bedford, MA

Internship to Full Time

Student (College)

Research chef, culinary scientist

Folia Materials is looking for a part time/full time research culinary scientist intern/tech to test frozen foods that most benefit from our paper microwave packaging including rapidly screening which foods do/don’t benefit, methodically creating packaging+microwave food demos, and documenting the sensory benefit. Additionally, being able to collect data using a variety of collection method tools.

We are looking for someone who can rapidly test and methodically document repetitive tests. The ideal candidate is someone with a culinary science background who is creative and dynamic. Ideally a student, or someone fresh out of school. This is a paid position.

The position would be flexible as we are looking for part time or full time applicants. Work location is onsite at Folia's lab in Bedford. Car pooling may be available.

Background

Folia Materials has created the world's first-ever 100% paper microwave food susceptor with our patented plant-based coating. Brands love that packaging made with our coating improves food quality by soaking up grease, oil, and water, delighting consumers with a crispier, better food texture.

Culinary science for testing support

Comparison testing of Folia’s microwave paper packaging against controls
Demonstrate improved food quality from microwave food using Folia’s paper microwave food packaging
Sensory and physical measurements to quantify taste, texture, and other changes from Folia’s packaging vs control

Activities

Rapid screening of microwave frozen foods at Folia's lab in Bedford, MA
Identify best frozen food targets from a food companies’ portfolio and help develop product demos
Document sensory profiles for each product demo for sending to potential clients
Learn how to use testing equipment and tools to provide quantitative data about the food and food packaging being tested

Qualifications

Student or recent graduate (entry level position)
Background: chef, culinary science, culinology, food science + culinary arts
Any combination of formal culinary training or real world experience
Bonus: experience in processed or frozen food, formulation or product development, descriptive sensory analysis
Style: dynamic, rapid, quick, inventive, yet methodical and organized
Location: metro Boston

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