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Capitol Food Company

Senior Food Scientist

La Mirada, CA

$90K - $110K/yr

While this role will participate in product development projects, the primary focus is driving day ... As the Senior Food Scientist, you will help oversee lab activities and support two R&D Technicians ...

TriSearch

Senior Food Scientist

Elk Grove Village, IL

$100K - $130K/yr

SENIOR FOOD SCIENTIST - NORTHWEST SUBURBS OF CHICAGO POSITION SUMMARY The Senior Food Scientist is ... Recommend new product concepts to take to development. · Investigate product and process ...

JSK Recruiting, Inc

Sr Food Scientist

Addison, IL · Hybrid

$110K - $130K/yr

Senior Food Scientist - Product Development Location: Addison, IL Compensation: $110,000-$130,000 base salary plus 10% bonus potential Why This Role Stands Out * Take ownership of a broad product ...

High Liner Foods

Senior Food Scientist

Portsmouth, NH · On-site

$93K - $127K/yr

The Senior Food Scientist is a leading member of the Product Development and a cross- functional team responsible for delivering the initiatives, business plan, and objectives of High Liner Foods Inc.

Solina

Sr. Food Technologist

Somerset, NJ

The Senior Food Technologist will provide Research & Development, lead projects and document all ... product development initiatives, and identify/approve potential ingredient and manufacturing ...

Treehouse Foods

Sr. Food Scientist

Oak Brook, IL

$82K - $123K/yr

Research and Development Job Posting Title: Sr. Food Scientist About Us: TreeHouse Foods is a ... This position offers the opportunity to lead product development from concept through ...

TreeHouse Foods

Sr. Food Scientist

Oak Brook, IL

$82K - $123K/yr

Research and Development Job Posting Title: Sr. Food Scientist About Us: TreeHouse Foods is a ... This position offers the opportunity to lead product development from concept through ...

TreeHouse Foods, Inc.

Sr. Food Scientist

Oak Brook, IL · On-site

$82K - $123K/yr

Research and Development Job Posting Title: Sr. Food Scientist About Us: TreeHouse Foods is a ... This position offers the opportunity to lead product development from concept through ...

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Senior Microbiologist

Buffalo, NY

Purpose Statement The Senior Food Microbiologist provides expert technical leadership in supporting product development, product testing, food safety troubleshooting, microbiological risk mitigation ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior food product development in the United States is $122,627.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,000.00 and $151,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Food Product Development vs Food Scientist?

AspectSenior Food Product DevelopmentFood Scientist
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Food Science, experience in product developmentBachelor's or Master's in Food Science, research background
Work EnvironmentProduct labs, R&D teams, cross-functional collaborationResearch labs, quality control, scientific research settings
Employer & Industry UsageFood manufacturing companies, R&D departmentsResearch institutions, food companies, quality assurance
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

While both roles require a background in food science, Senior Food Product Development focuses on creating and refining new food products, working closely with marketing and production teams. Food Scientists often conduct research, analyze ingredients, and ensure safety and quality. The senior role emphasizes product innovation, whereas the Food Scientist role leans toward scientific research and testing.

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Food Product Development Manager, DSM

Food Product Development Manager, DSM

Ventura Foods

Fort Worth, TX • On-site

$109K - $136K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Ventura Foods rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 32 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

204th of 380 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Employment Type: Salaried
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Position Summary:
The job involves working collaboratively with Ventura's Culinary, Technical Services, Sales, Marketing, Insights, Project Managment Office, Operations, Quality, and our customers to develop on-trend food products within our core technology areas from benchtop through plant production that help our customers delight their customers. It also involves the development and execution of development-focused research projects to support the growth of our business. This position will lead a team of developers within a Center of Excellence in the organization and be responsible for the daily activies and project work of the team.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Ensure training and development activities are provided to optimize staff skills, conduct performance appraisals, and develop individual objectives for staff.
  • Lead and supervise the product development team at a Center of Excellence. Prepare and monitor related departmental budgets. Administer the project work load. Oversee activities of the staff to ensure high quality results and timely completion of all projects within budgetary guidelines.
  • Responsible for cultivating business relationships with our Sales, Culinary and Marketing teams and customers.
  • Work with and manage the team collaboration with Ventura chefs in the development of new menu concepts and value added finished products.
  • Review project request for both operational and economical viability prior to starting product development.
  • Technical/PD representation communicating Product Development concerns, issues, requirements and details to our internal partners and customers. Ensure accurate, timely response to inquiries from our customers.
  • Work internally with Operations, QA, Engineering on capability requirements and Quality concerns and issues.
  • Work internally with Sales and Marketing on new product initiatives.
  • Remain current with advances in Sauce and dressing technology and industry needs to provide leadership and technical expertise to ensure productivity and delivery of quality products and services to our National Chain Account Customers.
  • May represent Vice President or Director as required at meetings or industry events. May interview and recommend hiring of technical personnel.

Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Food Science or equivalent experience and 10+ years of experience commercializing and launching products is required.
  • 3+ years people management including project management and customer interaction experiences is required.
  • 3+ years' experience in any combination of Ventura categories i.e. dressings, sauces, mayonnaise, fats & oils.
  • Detailed understanding of the research and the development cycle is required.
  • Ability to travel up to 20%.
  • Experience launching products into Foodservice is highly desirable.
  • Prior experience working in a restaurant is a nice to have.

Knowledge and Skills:
  • Broad knowledge of sauces and dressing formulating.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills combined with good writing and editing skills.
  • Must have general understanding of food codes and regulatory guidelines and the ability to research regulatory matters as needed.
  • Must be able to manage projects from bench to commercialization.
  • Must possess a basic understanding and knowledge of ingredient interactions.
  • Must possess organization, project management and effective written and verbal communication skills are required.
  • Must have knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Must have knowledge of lab and pilot processing equipment.
  • An understanding of emulsion technology, dry blend technology, flavor development, and the basic science of process technology.

Why Join Us:
Ventura Foods innovates and manufactures food solutions for foodservice and retail businesses. We make exclusive products for the world's most iconic restaurants and retailers, we provide ready-to-go product solutions for professional kitchens, and we make consumer brands everyone knows and loves. When you work for Ventura Foods, you get a strong foundation of training, a manager who cares about you and celebrates your success, a safe environment, and challenging work. As part of our team, your future is limited only by how much you're willing to push yourself to get there. We invest in your growth because you invest in ours.
Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits:
    • Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision - coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees
    • Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)
    • Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
    • Employee Appreciation Events and Employee Assistance Programs
    • Annual bonus (based on the incentive program terms and conditions)

Diversity & Inclusion:
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values. We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.
Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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