Senior Sensory Technician

Cargill•Wichita, KS

About The Position

The Senior Sensory Technician coordinates sensory kitchen activities for current and new projects, supporting Food R&D by carrying out laboratory kitchen work efficiently and in accordance with safety practices. The role involves working with laboratory equipment, preparing kitchen samples, supporting product presentations, maintaining the kitchen workspace, and training colleagues on kitchen equipment. The position also handles complex clerical, administrative, technical, or customer support matters under minimal supervision, escalating only the most complex issues.

Requirements

High school diploma, secondary education level, or equivalent.
Minimum of four years of related work experience.
Knowledge of food production and preparation.
Food preparation experience in a commercial kitchen or dining service field.

Nice To Haves

Basic food hygiene certificate.
Intermediate proficiency using a computer.
Organizational skills to keep track of samples and documentation.

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook samples for taste panels in accordance with product preparation guidelines.
Assist with customer, internal, and supplier presentations or events.
Provide occasional support to the Culinary team, for less than 25% of the role.
Pack samples and organize their transport to their destinations.
Clean the laboratory kitchen and equipment, keep the workspace stocked with consumables, and ensure equipment is serviced and calibrated.
Oversee risk assessments for new equipment, maintain and develop standard operating procedures and guidelines, and conduct quarterly kitchen safety audits.
Order required ingredients and supplies and support ingredient stock and supply maintenance.
Periodically inspect ingredient stores and clear out supplies as needed.
Perform tasks to keep sensory laboratory kitchen facilities running smoothly.
Handle complex clerical, administrative, technical, or customer support issues under minimal supervision, escalating the most complex issues to appropriate staff.
Perform other duties as assigned.