Research & Development - Ice Cream / Gelato / Non-Dairy

14 hours ago

Fort Walton Beach, FL, United States GS Gelato Full time

G.S. Gelato & Desserts, Inc. is seeking an experienced professional to join our Research & Development team with a focus on ice cream, gelato, sorbet, and non-dairy frozen dessert formulation. This role requires hands-on expertise in frozen dessert production, recipe development, and scaling formulations from benchtop to full production.

***This position is on-site only and requires relocation if you are outside the local area.***

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop new frozen dessert formulations, including gelato, ice cream, sorbet, and non-dairy varieties.
  • Produce R&D test batches and optimize recipes for quality, consistency, and manufacturing efficiency.
  • Utilize pastes, variegates, inclusions, stabilizers, emulsifiers, and functional ingredients appropriately within formulations.
  • Operate R&D and production equipment such as batch freezers, pasteurizers, mixers, and related machinery.
  • Make sensory and organoleptic adjustments to match desired texture, body, flavor, and appearance.
  • Support scale-up trials and collaborate with Production to ensure successful transition to manufacturing.
  • Source and evaluate new raw materials and ingredients; maintain required documentation and specifications.
  • Work cross-functionally with QA, Production, Purchasing, Sales, and Marketing on product development initiatives.
  • Maintain accurate formulation records, product specifications, and regulatory documentation.

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated, hands-on experience in commercial ice cream, gelato, sorbet, or non-dairy frozen dessert production and formulation.
  • Strong understanding of frozen dessert ingredients, processing methods, and equipment.
  • Ability to independently troubleshoot formulation and processing challenges.
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
  • High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Degree in Food Science or related field preferred; equivalent experience in frozen dessert formulation will be considered.
  • Proficiency with standard software (Excel, Word, etc.).
  • Must be able to work on-site daily.
  • Relocation to Fort Walton Beach, FL required (relocation assistance available).

Benefits

  • Retirement plan
  • Paid time off
  • Holiday pay
  • Supplemental insurance options
  • Relocation assistance available (details discussed during hiring process)

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