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Blommer Chocolate

R&D Scientist I, Innovation

Chicago, IL · On-site

$78K - $82K/yr

Participate in and conduct sensory testing with guidance * Develop and maintain corresponding ... Must be able to taste and consume chocolate and related products * Excellent communication skills ...

Eurofins

Consumer Testing Associate

Bound Brook, NJ · On-site

$17/hr

... taste testing operations. This role involves preparing, organizing, and presenting food and ... sulfites, gluten, chocolate, fruit, natural or artificial sweeteners (like aspartame or ...

Irca Group

R&D Scientist

Affton, MO · On-site

Our core product categories include chocolate, compounds, chocolate decorations, sprinkles, creams ... tastings, sensory evaluations, and customer presentations. * Conduct analytical testing on finished ...

Irca Group

R&D Scientist

Affton, MO

Our core product categories include chocolate, compounds, chocolate decorations, sprinkles, creams ... tastings, sensory evaluations, and customer presentations. * Conduct analytical testing on finished ...

Irca Group

R&D Scientist

Affton, MO

Our core product categories include chocolate, compounds, chocolate decorations, sprinkles, creams ... tastings, sensory evaluations, and customer presentations. * Conduct analytical testing on finished ...

Crumbl

Head Baker

Cypress, TX · On-site

$12 - $16/hr

... taste like. Our head baker is responsible for ensuring that every cookie meets customer (and ... of testing. They would take the exact same cookie, change out one ingredient like chocolate chips ...

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How much do chocolate taste tester jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for chocolate taste tester in the United States is $38.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.39 and $50.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Chocolate Taste Tester job?

A Chocolate Taste Tester is responsible for sampling and evaluating different types of chocolate for quality, taste, texture, and aroma. They provide feedback to chocolatiers, manufacturers, or research teams to help refine recipes and ensure consistency. Testers must have a well-developed palate and may undergo training to identify subtle flavor notes. The job can be part-time or freelance, often requiring controlled tasting conditions.

What are typical daily duties of a Chocolate Taste Tester?

As a Chocolate Taste Tester, your daily duties often involve sampling a variety of chocolates and chocolate-based products while providing detailed feedback on taste, texture, aroma, and appearance. You may participate in product development meetings, help refine recipes, and record your observations in standardized reports or sensory evaluation software. Collaboration with food scientists, quality assurance, and marketing teams is common to ensure that products meet both company standards and consumer expectations. You might also be expected to attend training sessions to keep your palate calibrated and stay updated on new tasting methodologies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Chocolate Taste Tester position, and why are they important?

A successful Chocolate Taste Tester needs a refined palate, excellent sensory analysis skills, and a background in food science or culinary arts. Familiarity with tasting protocols, sensory evaluation software, and certifications such as Sensory Analyst or certifications from the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) are often preferred. Attention to detail, clear communication, and teamwork are valuable soft skills for accurately describing flavors and collaborating with product development teams. These abilities are essential to ensuring product quality, consistency, and consumer appeal in a competitive confectionery market.

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Infographic showing various Chocolate Taste Tester job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,791 per year, or $38.4 per hour.

Quality Control Technician - 2nd shift

Blommer Chocolate

East Greenville, PA • On-site

$18.25 - $23.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Join Blommer! We offer HEALTH & DENTAL BENEFITS DAY 1 OF HIRE! Blommer understands that our employees are our biggest assets. With this in mind we offer a generous benefits package, tuition reimbursement and 10 pounds of free chocolate for your birthday!
Blommer has been providing delicious, high quality chocolate and cocoa products to customers since 1939. Built as a family business, we are continuing to grow and are looking for motivated and reliable associates to help in our mission of Bringing Chocolate to Life!
Available Shifts:
  • 2nd shift 3p-11:30p

JOB SUMMARY:
The QC Technician is required to adhere to all aspects of quality assurance and quality control programs. This role requires quality standards are met by conducting appropriate testing methods and procedures. The QC Technician is required to perform these duties in a safe and responsible manner following all Blommer Chocolate safety policies.
Responsibilities:
  • Ensure requirements set forth in the Quality Assurance & Control Programs to support the safe manufacture of food are met; programs and may include but are not limited to: Environmental Monitoring, Sanitation Program, Shipping and Receiving, Allergen, Hold & Release, GMPs, Food Defense, Raw Material Sampling, Pre-ship Sampling.
  • Operate and calibrate various laboratory equipment needed to validate product.
  • Validate product through instrumentation testing & physical testing of raw materials, in process material and finished goods; tests include fat, particle size (Microtrac and micrometer), pH, moisture, allergen, free fatty acid, color (Hunter colorimeter), shell in nib.
  • Monitor quality attributes for all manufactured products to ensure accurate product specification to customer requirements.

Skills and Work Experience Requirements:
  • Able to follow clear instructions
  • Able to read and write English to perform tasks successfully
  • Entry level with Associate degree or 3+years laboratory experience, preferably in a food manufacturing environment
  • Knowledge of GMP and FDA HACCP
  • Basic technology skills to record data into computer, electronic tablet, scanner, LIMS, warehouse management, or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
  • Must be able to taste and consume chocolate and related products
  • Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office suite
  • Continuous attention to details in performing all tasks
  • Comfortable working as an individual contributor as well as with a team, as required
  • Expected to identify, communicate/escalate and problem-solve as issues arise

Qualifications:
  • Associate's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or Microbiology OR one year laboratory experience preferable in food manufacturing environment.
  • Proficient in current computer software - Microsoft Office
  • Ability to utilize handheld data terminal such as scanner and tablet device.

Blommer Chocolate Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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