Food Development Technician (Contract / Full Time)Food Development Technician (Contract / Full Time)
Vow is a cultured meat company on a mission to feed billions and create food that’s good for your tastebuds, your health and your planet. We’re bringing together cutting edge innovations in science, engineering, culinary and design to create new meats that meat lovers can choose selfishly because it’s nutritious and delicious, and we’re doing so in a sustainable way. Want to join us?
Vow is a cultured meat company on a mission to feed billions and create food that’s good for your tastebuds, your health and your planet. We’re bringing together cutting edge innovations in science, engineering, culinary and design to create new meats that meat lovers can choose selfishly because it’s nutritious and delicious, and we’re doing so in a sustainable way. Want to join us?
The Role+
We’re looking for an eager, hard-working technician to join our Product Development team at Vow, starting as a three-month contractor but with the potential for extension or to convert to a permanent position. Vow’s Product Development team is responsible for taking our cells and helping to transform this “ingredient” into finished products which are better (tastier, better texture, more nutritious) than what we eat today.
This role will be hands-on in our culinary centre and is focused on helping us efficiently and thoughtfully run food “experiments” that contribute to our broader business goals around launching delicious, sustainable products. You may help with preparing prototypes that incorporate new ingredients or ways of creating texture, support with recipe development for new and existing products, and be a “jack of all trades” to help support any additional food-related activities in our culinary centre which require an extra, capable set of hands.
This opportunity is ideal for either experienced technicians or diligent individuals in the early stages of their career who are willing to dive in and learn quickly about the world of product development. Those with prior experience in kitchens or with chefs may also be well-suited. We’re on the lookout for someone who’s meticulous in their approach, excels in attention to detail, and is keen to learn and get their hands dirty day in and out to help develop amazing products for people around the world.
We’re looking for an eager, hard-working technician to join our Product Development team at Vow, starting as a three-month contractor but with the potential for extension or to convert to a permanent position. Vow’s Product Development team is responsible for taking our cells and helping to transform this “ingredient” into finished products which are better (tastier, better texture, more nutritious) than what we eat today.
This role will be hands-on in our culinary centre and is focused on helping us efficiently and thoughtfully run food “experiments” that contribute to our broader business goals around launching delicious, sustainable products. You may help with preparing prototypes that incorporate new ingredients or ways of creating texture, support with recipe development for new and existing products, and be a “jack of all trades” to help support any additional food-related activities in our culinary centre which require an extra, capable set of hands.
This opportunity is ideal for either experienced technicians or diligent individuals in the early stages of their career who are willing to dive in and learn quickly about the world of product development. Those with prior experience in kitchens or with chefs may also be well-suited. We’re on the lookout for someone who’s meticulous in their approach, excels in attention to detail, and is keen to learn and get their hands dirty day in and out to help develop amazing products for people around the world.
Your Experience+
- A genuine passion for food, which could range from learning about how food works to creating your own recipes.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, and to learn quickly. You aren’t afraid of asking questions.
- An ability to distinguish flavours, odours and colours (or willingness to be trained on this).
- A general understanding of food application and recipe development.
- Success in a prior role that required hands-on, day to day execution of tasks. You know what it means to bring attention to detail and focus on something day in and out.
- A bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Materials Science, Biochemistry or a related discipline. Not required though, especially if you have prior food tech and / or chef experience.
A ‘hacker mentality’, or a non-traditional pathway into the world of food is a big plus for us. We are looking for candidates who can work autonomously and always feel empowered to find better ways to do things.
- A genuine passion for food, which could range from learning about how food works to creating your own recipes.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, and to learn quickly. You aren’t afraid of asking questions.
- An ability to distinguish flavours, odours and colours (or willingness to be trained on this).
- A general understanding of food application and recipe development.
- Success in a prior role that required hands-on, day to day execution of tasks. You know what it means to bring attention to detail and focus on something day in and out.
- A bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Materials Science, Biochemistry or a related discipline. Not required though, especially if you have prior food tech and / or chef experience.
A ‘hacker mentality’, or a non-traditional pathway into the world of food is a big plus for us. We are looking for candidates who can work autonomously and always feel empowered to find better ways to do things.
What you'll do+
- Prepare ingredients, formulations, and equipment setups to ensure seamless preparation of food/product prototypes for you and the team
- Maintain comprehensive, timely, and accurate records of experimental methodologies and outcomes
- Plan, review and execute experiments (i.e. recipes), and interpret and share this data with your wider team. This will include understanding the impact of particular ingredients and processing techniques on the final product, and the ability to make ingredient substitutions.
- Be involved with basic experimental troubleshooting
- Assisting with work in the pilot plant and production facilities, as needed
- General culinary lab upkeep, cleaning and maintenance tasks as required
- Work closely with the larger R&D team at Vow to ensure that your research is aligned with the broader research direction and mission
You’ll never have two days that look the same. You’ll need to be patient with and enjoy working in a rapidly changing environment.
- Prepare ingredients, formulations, and equipment setups to ensure seamless preparation of food/product prototypes for you and the team
- Maintain comprehensive, timely, and accurate records of experimental methodologies and outcomes
- Plan, review and execute experiments (i.e. recipes), and interpret and share this data with your wider team. This will include understanding the impact of particular ingredients and processing techniques on the final product, and the ability to make ingredient substitutions.
- Be involved with basic experimental troubleshooting
- Assisting with work in the pilot plant and production facilities, as needed
- General culinary lab upkeep, cleaning and maintenance tasks as required
- Work closely with the larger R&D team at Vow to ensure that your research is aligned with the broader research direction and mission
You’ll never have two days that look the same. You’ll need to be patient with and enjoy working in a rapidly changing environment.
Success is+
A diverse, mission-led, dream team of Vowzers
Our mission is to feed billions, which means making food products for everyone. To do this we need a team that’s representative of the people we serve. We celebrate multiple approaches and points of view and have built a culture to match. Be yourself and come as you are.
Our mission is to feed billions, which means making food products for everyone. To do this we need a team that’s representative of the people we serve. We celebrate multiple approaches and points of view and have built a culture to match. Be yourself and come as you are.
Learn from the best
Our team includes some of the world’s top scientists, innovators, operators, and creatives with decades of industry experience. Despite our experiences, we all strive to build, break, learn, and repeat. We see the impossible as temporary and strive to learn and support our company and fellow Vowzers' growth as much as possible.
Our team includes some of the world’s top scientists, innovators, operators, and creatives with decades of industry experience. Despite our experiences, we all strive to build, break, learn, and repeat. We see the impossible as temporary and strive to learn and support our company and fellow Vowzers' growth as much as possible.
Cutting-edge technology
We’re bringing together innovations in science, engineering, and food, to create the world’s most unique culinary experiences. All without compromising on ethics or our planet. Since our inception in 2019, we have held the title of being the first startup to cultivate meat from the cells of an undomesticated animal. We're wild because we can be.
We’re bringing together innovations in science, engineering, and food, to create the world’s most unique culinary experiences. All without compromising on ethics or our planet. Since our inception in 2019, we have held the title of being the first startup to cultivate meat from the cells of an undomesticated animal. We're wild because we can be.
Backed by the best
We can make a real impact thanks to our investors Blackbird Ventures, Square Peg Capital, Grok Ventures, Tenacious Ventures, P7 Ventures, Toyota Ventures and PeakBridge VC.
We can make a real impact thanks to our investors Blackbird Ventures, Square Peg Capital, Grok Ventures, Tenacious Ventures, P7 Ventures, Toyota Ventures and PeakBridge VC.
Perks &
Perks
Perks &
Perks
Everyone is an owner
In addition to competitive base salaries, each and every ‘Vowzer’ owns equity in the company so we can all benefit from our hard work and future success.
In addition to competitive base salaries, each and every ‘Vowzer’ owns equity in the company so we can all benefit from our hard work and future success.
Generous paid parental leave
For those who choose to start a family, we offer 8 weeks of paid caregiver leave and an additional 8 weeks paid leave for the birth giver.
For those who choose to start a family, we offer 8 weeks of paid caregiver leave and an additional 8 weeks paid leave for the birth giver.
Generous relocation budget & support
We offer support for interstate or overseas team members, their families and, of course, their pets.
We offer support for interstate or overseas team members, their families and, of course, their pets.
Flexible working hours and location
We value work-life balance and we recognise that everyone works differently. We want you to do your best work, so you can choose how and where you do it.
We value work-life balance and we recognise that everyone works differently. We want you to do your best work, so you can choose how and where you do it.
Unlimited personal leave
Sometimes you need time off to recuperate, look after your mental health, or simply deal with an emergency. We put unlimited personal leave in place to empower you to bring your best self to work every day.
Sometimes you need time off to recuperate, look after your mental health, or simply deal with an emergency. We put unlimited personal leave in place to empower you to bring your best self to work every day.
Heaps of tasty samples from our culinary centre
Our fantastic "food inventors" on the Vow team are always cooking up new product prototypes, and all Vowzers are given the opportunity to taste, give feedback, and learn from their culinary prowess.
Our fantastic "food inventors" on the Vow team are always cooking up new product prototypes, and all Vowzers are given the opportunity to taste, give feedback, and learn from their culinary prowess.
Converted warehouse 'campus'
Complete with a glass-walled lab, manufacturing lines, snacks, a culinary centre and professional-grade coffee machine.
Complete with a glass-walled lab, manufacturing lines, snacks, a culinary centre and professional-grade coffee machine.
A variety of social clubs
It's Vowzers who make our culture. From book clubs to hiking groups, we’re always looking for ways to learn and engage with each other.
It's Vowzers who make our culture. From book clubs to hiking groups, we’re always looking for ways to learn and engage with each other.
Human and dog friendly office
An inclusive community and culture, in a welcoming office, we encourage you to bring your true self…and your dogs.
An inclusive community and culture, in a welcoming office, we encourage you to bring your true self…and your dogs.