Flavorist trainee

Job Description

At IFF we design the iconic flavors that catch us unaware, and transport us to places long-forgotten. As a matter of fact, we’ve been doing it for 125 years. Why not see how far your career passion can take you? Come join the creative and empowered people who work at International Flavors & Fragrances, Inc. 

Job Role : This entry level position will give you exposure to a unique industry where science and creativity intersect. The positions are considered a stepping stone to IFF’s renowned Flavorist Training Program. A select number of candidates will advance from these entry level positions to join the Flavorist Development Program as a Trainee Flavorist.

In the role of Trainee flavorist, you will develop the skills and knowledge required to enter into the flavorist profession. The main focus of the 3-4 years training program is to develop creative skills through practical training in formulating the major flavor types and by working on customer projects. The training program consist of 3 phases and involves raw material recognition, flavor creation techniques, basic training in flavor technologies, all application areas and basics of analysis of flavors & foods. You will gain valuable insights into R&D, production, quality control departments, sales and marketing. Further, you will gain an international experience and be supported / mentored during this period by experienced flavorists.

Required Skills:

• Strong computer skills, including: Microsoft Office, and other IFF systems as introduced and required.
• Strong practical math skills (e.g. calculating and preparing dilutions of flavoring materials, flavor creations and applications, etc.)
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact productively on internal/external basis
• Ability to taste and discriminate sensory properties of flavors & applications
• Ability and wiliness to collaborate
• Fluent in English.  Additional languages desirable.
• Well organized self-starter with desire to develop new skills

Required Experience:

Four Year Degree (BS/BA in biological or chemical science preferred.) with 1-2 years of lab experience would be preferable.

If you have Passion, are creative, empowered, and willing to develop expertise, this is an opportunity to join an exciting company in a dynamic industry. 

At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex or veteran status. We strive for inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability. Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more…