A food scientist evaluates the nutritional value, colour, flavour and texture of food.
Food technologist is responsible for designing processes and machinery for the production of recipes on a large scale.
They test food samples for particular types of moulds, yeast and bacteria that may be harmful.
Ensure that food manufacturing processes conform with government, processing, consumer and industry standards
Explore alternative manufacturing methods
Produce new food products
Work closely with other food production staff including microbiologists, engineers, packaging specialists and buyers
Establish low-cost wholesale food production methods
Investigate and setting standards for safety and quality.