[Hiring] Food Specialist @CookUnity

Role Description

We are looking for a recent Food Engineering graduate (or equivalent degree in Food Science or Technology) to join our team. The ideal candidate is organized, respectful, collaborative, analytical, and critical-thinking, with the potential to take leadership in research-oriented projects. They should be eager to learn, capable of structured analysis, and able to translate research findings into practical applications within our operations. This role does not require prior field experience but demands a methodical and team-oriented mindset, curiosity for continuous improvement, and the ability to contribute ideas while following structured workflows.

Responsibilities

• Actively work on the Food Science Lab Project (Ingredients Integrity + Nutrients Optimization) by researching, studying, and analyzing every step of CookUnity’s food production process, from ingredients till meals are consumed by customers.
• Understand and evaluate how meals are produced, identifying opportunities to improve nutritional value and overall ingredient performance.
• Participate in the Ingredients Integrity program by evaluating ingredient quality, formulations, storage practices, and kitchen usage, while collecting and organizing data to strengthen standards, improve sourcing decisions, and support nutrient-forward upgrades.
• Gain in-depth knowledge of food additives, their functions in the industry, and their regulatory restrictions in different applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Chefs, Sourcing, Culinary Ops, and Nutrition) to ensure ingredient quality, safety, and consistency.
• Maintain clear, organized documentation and reports to support research and innovation projects.
• Contribute to the development of clean, high-standard recipes aligned with CookUnity’s mission to deliver better, healthier meals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Engineering, Food Science, or a related field.
• Fluent English (written and spoken).
• Strong organizational, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong data collection, communication, and problem-solving skills required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment - skilled at planning, organizing, prioritizing, and executing multiple projects and activities simultaneously.
• Experience and a high level of expertise in data entry, a food production enterprise resource or recipe management software, food labeling and compliance programs, GSuite, and Slack.
• Team player with a proactive, respectful, and detail-oriented attitude.
• Interest in food innovation, ingredient quality, and applied research.
• Optimistic, resourceful, and ready to take on any challenges.

Benefits

• Get paid in USD.
• Work remotely: design the life that you want.
• Enjoy 15 days of vacation each year from the start date.
• 16 fully paid Argentinean holidays.
• Healthcare Benefit: Monthly stipend to use in your preferred healthcare provider.
• 5-year Sabbatical: After 5 years with CookUnity, you get a 4-week paid sabbatical.
• Paid Family leave.
• Compassionate Leave: 3-5 days each time the need arises.
• Customize the benefits that suit your needs! Access a range of perks tailored to you, including learning opportunities, wellness memberships, delivery apps, and more through our comprehensive benefit platform.
• AI-forward workplace: enterprise access to ChatGPT and Claude to help you work smarter and grow faster.
• Personalized English coach.