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The proper conditions and methods to store food to keep it from spoiling, taking into account humidity, light, temperature and other environmental factors.

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The types of food allergies within the sector, which substances trigger allergies, and how they can be replaced or eliminated (if possible).

Structure, quality, nutritional value and/or acceptability of a food product. A food functional property is determined by physical, chemical and/or organoleptic properties of a food. Examples of a functional property …

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The large range of combinations of flavours to develop new recipes or products.

The combination of textures for new recipes or products.

ngredients to be added and the required amounts according to the recipe and the way those ingredients are to be administered.

Investigate trends in foodstuffs related to consumers preferences. Examine key markets based on both product type and geography as well as technological improvements in the industry.

Apply regulations regarding manufacture of food and food safety compliance. Employ food safety procedures based on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Apply regulations regarding manufacture of food and food safety compliance. Employ food safety procedures based on Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP).

Apply common treatments to preserve the characteristics of food products taking care of their appearance, smell and taste.

Apply and follow national, international, and internal requirements quoted in standards, regulations and other specifications related with manufacturing of food and beverages.

Collect samples of materials or products for laboratory analysis.

Keep workspaces and equipment free from dirt, infection, and disease by removing waste, trash and providing for appropriate cleaning.

Examine production samples visually or manually to verify properties such as clarity, cleanliness, consistency, humidity and texture.

Ensure a clean working space according to hygienic standards in the food processing industry.

Keep inventory of goods whether they are goods in the front end (i.e. raw materials), intermediate, or back end (i.e. finished products). Count goods and store them for the following …

Maintenance of the cutting equipment (knives, cutters, and other elements).

Preserve, review, and evaluate existing food specifications such as recipes.

Perform tasks in food preparation according to recipe or specification in order to preserve the quality of ingredients and to ensure replication accuracy of the recipe. Select the appropriate materials …

Apply laws and organisation rules for the safe storage and use of flammables.

Perform all tasks for baking such as oven preparation and product loading, until the baked goods are discharged from it.

Blend, mix or cultivate ingredients to make reagents or to manufacture food or beverage products and to carry the analysis that goes along with it.

Knowing and handling a variety of kitchen instruments and equipment. Choosing the right tool for the purpose and the raw material. Trim, peel, and slice products with knives, paring tools, …

Perform all kinds of kneading operations of raw materials, half-finished products and foodstuffs.

Perform all kinds of mixing operations of raw materials, half-finished products and foodstuffs.

Assess new cooking methods by undergoing research activities in order to develop or improve food technological processes.

Assess new food ingredients by undergoing research activities in order to develop or improve foodstuffs.

Select adequate ingredients based in their technological function to execute ideas. Strive for consistent good quality of the ingredients and use them adequately to obtain a satisfactory final product.

The distinction between dietary fats that come fromanimals and oils derived from vegetables.

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Steps in the canning process line from washing, conditioning and weighing food products, washing and preparing cans, filling cans, as well as other operations in order to obtain the end …

The procedures, machines and reciped used to mix different foodstuffs and solutions by transforming them through high pressure and acceleration processes into an uniform fluid or product.

Conversion of carbohydrates into alcohol and carbon dioxide. This process happens using bacteria or yeasts, or a combination of the two under anaerobic conditions. Food fermentation is also involved in …

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The study of the physical, biological, and chemical makeup of food and the scientific concepts underlying food processing and nutrition.

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The respective industry and the processes involved in the food and beverage industry, such as raw material selection, processing, packaging, and storage.

Celsius and Fahrenheit temperature scales.

Cultural or religious rules and traditions regarding the preparation of food.

Ingredients and potential risks which could damage humans, the flora and the fauna. Functions in ingredient formulas.

Analyse characteristics, composition, and other properties of food products at reception.

Convey presentation and aesthetic elements into the production of food. Cut products properly, manage right quantities into the product, care for the attractiveness of the product.

Check products for quality on the production line and remove defective items before and after packaging.

Combine innovative and creative ideas to come up with new recipes and preparations to extend the product of range of a company. Make modifications to recipes in order to enhance …

Conduct experiments, produce sample products, and perform research as part of new food product development (NPD).

Dispose or collect food waste with the purpose of recycling or throwing away from the production process. Follow established procedures for their disposal taking care of the environment and the …

Make sure to comply with environmental legislation in food production. Understand the legislation related to environmental matters in food manufacturing and apply it in practice.

Carry out chilling, freezing and cooling operation processes to food products such as fruit and vegetables, fish, meat, catering food. Prepare food products for extended periods of storage or half …

Analyse the composition of the markets, segment these into groups, and highlight the opportunities that each one of these niches represent in terms of new products.

Uses adequate equipment to place label on food goods.

Label raw material/ product samples for laboratory checks, according to implemented quality system.

Apply heat treatment aimed at preparing and preserving half-finished or finished food products.

Evaluate the quality of a given type of food or beverage based on its appearance, smell, taste, aroma, and others. Suggest possible improvements and comparisons with other products.

Choose the appropriate packages for food products taking into account attractiveness and suitability of the package. Use proper packaging for sending it safely and at a reasonable cost. Have awareness …

Differentiate and apply different dehydration processes of fruits and vegetables according to product characteristics. The processes include drying, concentration, etc.

Food technology: a branch of food science that deals with the production processes to make foods and improve processes aimed at processing foodstuffs.

Cover the surface of the food product with a coating: a preparation based on sugar, chocolate, or any other product.

Determine nutritional properties of food and label products appropriately if required.

Maintaining industrial ovens in order to ensure effective and correct operation.

Use ingredients, mixes and instruments to create artistic food preparations e.g. cakes. Be imaginative and resourceful, and combine colours and shapes to have a good effect. Turn designs into reality, …

Monitor and control the temperature in the different phases of farinaceous processes such as fermentation, proofing, and baking. Adhere to specifications or recipes.

Participate in the development of new food products together within a cross-functional team. Bring technical knowledge and perspective to the development of new products. Perform research. Interpret results for food …

Making gelée preparations with salted, and heated materials. Boil added ingredients in gelée and fill bowels or forms (aspic).

Examine findings and behaviours as to understand trends, features, or qualitative wishes of customers. Use that information for product development, for product improvement, and for packaging requirements.