Food Scientist

Griffith Foods

Griffith Foods is the caring, creative product development partner helping food companies meet the evolving needs of consumers while sustaining the planet. As a family business founded in 1919 and headquartered in Alsip, Illinois USA, Griffith Foods is known for true, collaborative innovation guided by their Purpose of “We Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish the World”. The company’s product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet. For more information, visit www.griffithfoods.com.

We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Food Scientist with expertise in Sauces & Dressings development to join our R&D team. The incumbent will be responsible for developing and commercializing innovative, cost-effective, and market-driven products by translating customer requirements, market trends, and business opportunities into scalable food solutions. The role requires strong collaboration with cross-functional teams including Sales, Marketing, Manufacturing, Suppliers, and Packaging teams to ensure successful product development and commercialization.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for product development and application based on customer and business opportunity briefs
Develop innovative sauces and dressings in line with market trends and customer expectations
Handle cost optimization, raw material rationalization, and process optimization for both new and existing products
Coordinate with sauce processors and manufacturing teams for product trials and commercialization
Work closely with raw material suppliers for ingredient development and sourcing support
Collaborate with packaging suppliers to evaluate packaging suitability and shelf-life requirements
Partner with Marketing teams for innovation and with Sales teams for product performance and customer applications
Ensure compliance with FSSAI regulations and category-specific food standards
Support process improvements, line extensions, and continuous improvement initiatives
Drive projects related to new product development (NPD), product commercialization, and process enhancements
Maintain proper documentation related to formulations, trials, specifications, and product evaluations

Desired Candidate Profile

M.Tech / M.Sc in Food Technology or related discipline
3-7 years of relevant experience in sauces, dressings, condiments, or related food categories
Strong understanding of food ingredients, additives, emulsions, and seasoning systems
Experience working with HORECA, QSR, and food service customers preferred
Good knowledge of manufacturing processes, food processing equipment, and machinery
Understanding of shelf-life studies, packaging compatibility, and product stability
Strong understanding of FSSAI and local food regulatory requirements
Knowledge of market trends, consumer preferences, and emerging developments in sauces & dressings category
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
Excellent stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration abilities

Key Skills

Product Development, Sauces & Dressings, Food Technology, New Product Development (NPD), Product Commercialization, Cost Optimization, Process Optimization, Food Processing, Shelf Life Studies, Packaging Development, FSSAI Regulations, HORECA, QSR, Ingredient & Additives Knowledge, R&D, Continuous Improvement, Cross-functional Collaboration

Behavioral Competencies

Customer Focus
Strategic Mindset
Drives Results
Ensures Accountability
Situational Adaptability
Stakeholder Management
Team Collaboration
Problem Solving & Analytical Thinking
Planning & Execution Excellence