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Food Technologist
Does the investigation of the basic nature of food and its nutritional, physical and chemical properties excite you? How about considering a career as a Food Technologist or Food Scientist.
Food Scientists examine and inspect food to ensure that food is healthy and safe for human consumption.
Typical dutie include:
- Investigating the basic nature of food and its nutritional, physical and chemical properties.
- Research into new and economical production procedures.
- Development of new and safe food products.
- Management within companies involved in food processing and preserving.
Food Technologists are responsible for researching aspects involved with the production, preservation and development of high-quality foods. They also manage processing plants and quality assurance laboratories. They are responsible for monitoring of food quality standards by government bodies (namely SABS).
Food Scientists and Technologists at different levels of seniority are employed by food-manufacturing or processing companies, research institutes, educational institutions and government bodies responsible for monitoring food quality standards
Useful Information
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Career Snapshot Food Technologist |
In Demand
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Qualification Required |
Work Outdoors |
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Maths Required |
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Science Required |
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This is a general guide - it is important to check admission requirements with the various training institutions first because entry requirements may vary.
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