Food Technologist
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Position Overview & Specifications
Are you a food technologist looking to join one of Scotland’s premier bakeries? Then we would like to invite you to join our technical team at Brownings the Bakers in Kilmarnock.
You will assist in the management of the QMS and factory applications relating to the quality systems. Your responsibilities will be based around the provision of technical expertise, to our customers, suppliers and throughout the business.
You will advise on legal, safety and quality standards and provide specialist technical support to all functions within the business.
We are a dedicated group of people who strive to provide exemplary service both within the company and beyond.
What skills you need to have
* To provide technical support to the technical manager and wider team
- Understanding of BRC and retailer standards, Salsa, Compass, EHO, etc,
- Knowledge of food manufacturing, ideally short shelf-life ambient products and meat savouries
- Knowledge of recipe control systems
- Understanding of basic microbiology and food chemistry
- Conversant with Microsoft office
- Attention to detail, organised, and methodical approach to work
- Able to work in a fast paced environment and manage priorities
- Ability to communicate at all levels within the business
* Good understanding of GMP
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* A team player, with the ability to work independently and manage own workload
*Ability to have fun and enjoy being part of a family business nearly 80 years old
Qualifications
* Food Science related Degree
- Food Safety level 3 • HACCP level 2
- Internal auditing qualification
- Familiar with retailer portals and reporting systems: Aldi, Morrisons, etc.
If you are interested in applying for this position and have what it takes or require any further information, then please contact me for an informal confidential discussion : karen@browningsbakers.com
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £20,000.00-£25,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Free parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 15/04/2023
Reference ID: BTBFoodTech290323
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Food Technologist roles across Brownings The Bakers's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £20,000 - £25,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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