Part-time Product Evaluator / Sensory Panelist, Food & Beverage tester - Dunwood

Overview

Job title: Part-time Product Evaluator / Sensory Panelist, Food & Beverage tester - Dunwoody

Department: Sensory Panellists

Location: CIC - Atlanta

Reporting To: Adrianne Johnson

Compensation: $21.00 / hour

Description

The Sensory Panelist – Professional Food & Beverage Taster will assist with supporting research at the Consumer Innovation Center (CIC). This role is ideal for someone who has a keen sense of smell & taste, a curious mind and an interest in food and/or research. You will be joining a small, high-performing team with a collaborative and solution-oriented mindset. The CIC thrives on adaptability, curiosity, and attention to detail in a dynamic research setting.

Two shift options are available:

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Key Responsibilities

• Actively & respectfully engage in group discussions to describe products
• Evaluate products for Appearance, Aroma, Flavor, Mouthfeel and Aftertaste
• Enter data into a computer/tablet
• Follow detailed instructions, methodologies and protocols
• Articulate your perception of products
• Collaborate effectively within a diverse group
• Generate consistent and reliable data

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• No experience necessary. On-the-job training will be provided.
• Have a flexible schedule that can accommodate either of the two shifts available
• Pass sensory taste and smell acuity screening
• Do not have food allergies, sensitivities, intolerances and/or dietary restrictions
• Be willing and able to evaluate a variety of food and beverages
• Consistent daily attendance required
• Work well individually & collectively in a team environment (with other sensory panelists & panel leader)
• Possess strong organizational skills and time management skills
• Have a strong attention to detail
• Have good verbal communication skills and able to communicate effectively and respectfully
• Be comfortable using a computer/tablet (Compusense training provided).
• Have reliable access to a phone, email and transportation

A bit about us!

MMR is the place where sensory science meets exciting, powerful commercial application, from branding and innovation to product development and retail strategy. We partner with over 50% of the top 100 global food and drink brands. We were founded on the belief that successful products, those that really deliver on their brand promise, are built from the perfect blend of sensory science and consumer insight. We help clients to achieve this, right across the globe with offices in London, New York, Shanghai and everywhere in between. Our people, collaborative culture, leadership, training and growth opportunities drive our success. We are committed to the happiness and well-being of each employee, regardless of location.