About the Role
KULT FARM pioneers a venture-backed approach to create natural whole food from mycelium solid state fermentation. The mission is to foster a sustainable food system without compromising taste, texture, or price. The company aims to produce exceptional alternative products to alleviate environmental strain and ensure food security. This role offers an opportunity to impact the planet within an early-stage startup.
Responsibilities
- Research and develop new food technologies to establish product building blocks, including texture interactions and flavor.
- Lead product development of innovative whole-cut fungi-based vegan alternative products, from lab to full commercialization in Berlin.
- Support the development of new ideas, processes, and procedures as the company expands.
- Collaborate with Mycologists and Microbiologists to adapt technology for optimal product development.
- Think critically, manage time effectively, and support cross-functional projects to achieve company goals.
Requirements
- BSc or MSc in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field with relevant experience.
- At least 1-2 years of experience in food product development, ideally with alternative protein solutions.
- Experience in formulation and application development using lab equipment.
- Combine a hands-on working style with analytical competence.
- Excellent written and verbal English skills.
- Willingness to travel once or twice per quarter for 1 to 3 days.
Skills
- Food product development
- Formulation development
- Application development
- Hands-on working style
- Analytical competence
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Cross-functional project support
- Written English skills
- Verbal English skills
Location
- Berlin
Experience Level
- At least 1-2 years of experience in food product development
Education Level
- BSc in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field
- MSc in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field
Benefits
- Work in a cross-disciplinary Production team with food technologists, biotechnologists, and microbiologists at a cutting-edge technology.
- Engage in a trans-disciplinary environment where invention happens by connecting diverse concepts.
- High-impact, ambitious startup environment with opportunities for learning and growth.
- Opportunity to work on groundbreaking technology and make a true impact on the environment and food system.
- A fun, flexible, and rewarding environment for personal thriving.
About the Company
- KULT FARM creates natural whole food using mycelium solid state fermentation.
- A venture-backed business pioneering new food technology.
- Mission: Foster a sustainable food system without compromising taste, texture, or price.
- Produces exceptional alternative products to reduce environmental strain and ensure food security for a growing population.
