Gelato Production Chef
Job Summary
The Gelato Production Chef will lead and oversee the manufacturing of gelato and related desserts. The role involves new product development, formulation, and conducting pilot plant trials to ensure texture and stability. Additionally, the chef will manage production staff, ensure food safety compliance, and maintain strict quality control standards.
Responsibilities
- Manage gelato production and staff
- Develop and formulate new flavors
- Ensure quality control and sensory standards
- Maintain food safety and regulatory compliance
- Optimize production processes and recipes
Required Skills
- Degree in Food Science/Technology
- Experience in food lab or production
- Knowledge of HACCP and GMP
- Dairy processing and freezing techniques
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
Job Details
Key Responsibilities:
Product Development & Formulation
- Develop new gelato flavors and formulations.
- Conduct small-scale and pilot plant trials to test new ingredients and processes.
- Support recipe optimization to improve texture, stability, and sensory attributes.
- Prepare product costing and manage production staff and schedules.
Quality Control & Assurance
- Monitor raw materials and finished products to ensure consistency and compliance with specifications.
- Conduct sensory evaluations and stability tests, including overrun, melting resistance, and shelf-life studies.
- Troubleshoot quality issues related to texture, flavor, and appearance.
- Maintain detailed records of product trials, formulations, and test results.
Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure products comply with local food regulations (e.g., Malaysia’s Food Act 1983, Food Regulations 1985).
- Prepare technical documents, including ingredient lists, allergen declarations, and nutritional labelling.
- Support HACCP, GMP, and food safety audits.
Process Improvement & Production Support
- Work with production teams to ensure smooth scale-up of new formulations.
- Identify process improvements to enhance gelato texture, mouthfeel, and shelf stability.
- Troubleshoot formulations and processing issues during manufacturing.
Research & Market Trends
- Stay updated on industry trends, new ingredients, and consumer preferences in gelato.
- Analyse competitor products and propose innovative new flavors and concepts.
- Support sustainability initiatives, including clean-label ingredient sourcing and process efficiency improvements.
Requirements:
Qualifications & Skills
- Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Dairy Science, or a related field is a must.
- Basic understanding of dairy processing, emulsions, and gelato-specific freezing techniques.
- Experience in a food lab or production environment is a must. Experience in a gelato / ice cream factory is an advantage.
- Knowledge of food safety regulations and quality assurance practices.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Passion for gelato innovation and ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.