Research & Development Specialist

The Research and Development Specialist is responsible in conducting new product development projects; product standardization and improvement; and establishing quality specifications of finished products, raw materials and packaging materials. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Performs new product development/ product improvement projects.  Conducts selection, testing and approval of new and/or alternative raw materials and packaging materials.Establishes and documents process specification and specifications for raw materials and packaging materials.  Works with Production and Quality Assurance Departments on conducting technology transfer and standardization for new and/or improved products.  Conducts product shelf-life testing prior to technology transfer. documents final product formulations and specifications/ technical sheets before the initial batch production and market release.Other related duties that may be assigned by the Executive Committee.  

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Must possess at least Bachelor’s/ College Degree in Food Technology or equivalent  With at least 2 years experience in Product Development and Improvement  Knowledgeable in regulatory requirements (Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)/ Sanitation Standard Operating Procedure (SSOP), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), Food and Drug Administration (FDA))  Working background in a restaurant commissary is an advantage but not required  Adaptable to work in a multi-tasking environment; open-minded and can work under pressure  With excellent communication and problem-solving skills  Ability to communicate and establish good working relationship with the management team and commissary personnel  Skilled in computer applications  Willing to work in Marikina City and/or Quezon City

We are your friendly bakery cafe that serves freshly-baked pies, cheesecakes and desserts, as well as good food and coffee.OUR STORY:Banapple started baking pies & cheesecakes years ago, initially for friends and family, and referred food establishments. Shortly, banapple expanded its client base to include well known food establishments and restaurants, all being served from a home-based kitchen located in Quezon City. The brand ‘banapple’ (banana + apple) was established, a contraction on the main ingredients of the banoffee pie and the apple caramel crumble pie, two of Banapple’s early hits. Banapple thereafter transferred its main kitchen to a bigger and more accessible location along Katipunan Avenue in Quezon City. Banapple operates a cake showroom cum cafe at the facade of this kitchen.Banapple Pies & Cheesecakes is a novel find in the metropolis. In addition to pies, cakes and cheesecakes, Banapple serves yummy home-cooked style hot meals like the well-loved chicken parmigiano, lasagna roll-ups, and hickory-smoked country ribs as well as sandwiches, pastas, and great pancakes.Banapple has become a pleasant landmark, and commuters stop for a quick take out to and from work and school. Bakers, waitstaff, and store management team are friendly and offer fast and personalized service.Great for breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night snacks, anyone can enjoy yummy meals and excellent desserts alongside good coffee any time of the day :)