New Product Development Assistant
New Product Development Assistant
Nate's Fine Foods
Roseville, CA
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Job Description
Nate’s Fine Foods Job Description
Job Title: New Product Development Assistant Reports to: NPD Manager
Department: New Product Development Revision Date: 05/10/2021
Summary:
Nate’s Fine Foods is a fast paced and dynamic food facility preparing products for some of the US' best retailers,
restaurants and food service. The Development Kitchen is where our innovative products are brought to life by
our fantastic team of Chef's. We are looking for a new Assistant to support the team during the day, Mon-Fri.
Duties Include:
Help to organize samples requested by customer, prepares samples as instructed, wrapping, packing and
labelling.
Prepare grocery orders and/or shop in person for development, testing and shoots
Stocking of raw materials to be used in kitchens and effective stock rotation.
Maintaining the day-to-day sanitation of the kitchen including but not limited to washing dishes,
cleaning floors, equipment and workstations as needed
Collecting analytical data for formulas and documenting
Documenting Preparations and Cooking Methods
Assisting process with plant trials
Preparing sauces for production
Assist in collection of samples
Assist with customer visits – i.e., helping to set up room, organizing lunch, cleaning up
Keeping the sample log up to date daily/weekly
Essential Skills and Qualities:
Culinary experience in a professional kitchen or previous work experience in a food manufacturing or
food service environment
Be reliable and dependable in attendance
Ability to multi-task and prioritize
Self-motivated individual who can work with limited direct supervision
Basic math skills, High School Diploma or GED a plus
Strong communication skills
Ability to lift (up to 45lbs), stand for extended periods of time
Push, pull, squat, bend and reach above and below shoulder level
Ability to complete repetitive tasks
Able to withstand working in a noisy environment (with safety gear provided)
Attention to detail and able to work quickly and accurately
Be able to work flexible hours and be willing to adapt to changes in instructions and tasks
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while
performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is
occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, wet conditions and slippery floor. The noise level in the work
environment is low to moderate and employees have the option to use hearing protection. There is also limited
exposure to temperatures that range from freezing to sub-freezing (coolers or freezers
Nate’s Fine Foods Job Description
Job Title: New Product Development Assistant Reports to: NPD Manager
Department: New Product Development Revision Date: 05/10/2021
Summary:
Nate’s Fine Foods is a fast paced and dynamic food facility preparing products for some of the US' best retailers,
restaurants and food service. The Development Kitchen is where our innovative products are brought to life by
our fantastic team of Chef's. We are looking for a new Assistant to support the team during the day, Mon-Fri.
Duties Include:
Help to organize samples requested by customer, prepares samples as instructed, wrapping, packing and
labelling.
Prepare grocery orders and/or shop in person for development, testing and shoots
Stocking of raw materials to be used in kitchens and effective stock rotation.
Maintaining the day-to-day sanitation of the kitchen including but not limited to washing dishes,
cleaning floors, equipment and workstations as needed
Collecting analytical data for formulas and documenting
Documenting Preparations and Cooking Methods
Assisting process with plant trials
Preparing sauces for production
Assist in collection of samples
Assist with customer visits – i.e., helping to set up room, organizing lunch, cleaning up
Keeping the sample log up to date daily/weekly
Essential Skills and Qualities:
Culinary experience in a professional kitchen or previous work experience in a food manufacturing or
food service environment
Be reliable and dependable in attendance
Ability to multi-task and prioritize
Self-motivated individual who can work with limited direct supervision
Basic math skills, High School Diploma or GED a plus
Strong communication skills
Ability to lift (up to 45lbs), stand for extended periods of time
Push, pull, squat, bend and reach above and below shoulder level
Ability to complete repetitive tasks
Able to withstand working in a noisy environment (with safety gear provided)
Attention to detail and able to work quickly and accurately
Be able to work flexible hours and be willing to adapt to changes in instructions and tasks
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while
performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is
occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, wet conditions and slippery floor. The noise level in the work
environment is low to moderate and employees have the option to use hearing protection. There is also limited
exposure to temperatures that range from freezing to sub-freezing (coolers or freezers
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Seniority level
Entry level -
Employment type
Full-time -
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain -
Industries
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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