Food Taster

Job Opportunity: Food Taster

Location: Shire Park, Welwyn Garden City

Hourly Rate: £13.43 per hour

Contract Length: 12 months

Hours: Part-time - Minimum 3 sessions per week (each session is 3 hours)

Are you passionate about food?

Imagine getting paid to taste delicious food and drinks before they hit the shelves! Our client is searching for enthusiastic individuals to join their Sensory Product Tasting Panel. No prior experience is necessary-full training will be provided!

About the Role

In this exciting position, you will work in a modern sensory testing facility where you will:

Taste and evaluate a diverse range of food and drink products. Describe flavours, textures, aromas, and appearances in detail. Follow structured instructions provided by the Panel Leader. Record your feedback using an easy-to-use tablet system. Collaborate in a friendly, supportive team environment.

You must be available for at least three tasting sessions per week, following the required schedule of Monday morning, Wednesday morning, and Friday afternoon (or a minimum of three shifts weekly).

Session times:

Morning: 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM Afternoon: 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Why You'll Love This Job:

Get paid to taste food! Flexible part-time hours that fit around your schedule. Unique role in a state-of-the-art sensory lab. Full training provided-no experience needed. Join a friendly, welcoming team. A fun job you won't find anywhere else!

Recruitment Tasting Session (Assessment Day):

Once you apply you will complete a short suitability questionnaire as the first stage of the selection process.

If you successfully pass the screening stage, you'll be invited to attend a Recruitment Tasting Session (Assessment Day) on Thursday, 1 October 2026. You can choose one of the following sessions:

9:30 Am - 12:30 Pm

1:30 Pm - 4:30 Pm

During the assessment day, you will:

Sample and evaluate products Complete short tasting activities Meet the team Learn more about the role and what to expect

Ready to embark on a delicious journey? Apply now and complete the suitability questionnaire to get started.

Note:

Adecco use generative AI tools to assist in the candidate screening process, but all final decisions will be made by the hiring team, ensuring your application is reviewed with care.

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