Company Description

High Time Foods is dedicated to revolutionizing the way the world consumes protein by creating affordable, shelf-stable plant-based protein solutions. Our versatile and flavorful products require no refrigeration, making them easy to use and suitable for cuisines worldwide. Designed for global scalability, our mission is to make high-quality protein accessible regardless of geography or income levels. High Time Foods stands at the forefront of food innovation for a more sustainable future.

Role Description

We are looking for a curious and motivated Food Science Intern to join our Product Development team. This role is ideal for a student or recent graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in the fast-paced world of food innovation. You will support the team in developing new products, improving existing formulations, and ensuring our products meet the highest standards of quality and taste.

Location: Andheri (East), Mumbai, Onsite

Duration: 3-6 months

Qualification: Masters in Food Science/Processing/Technology

Key Responsibilities

Product Prototyping: Assist in bench-top recipe development and small-batch trials for various food applications.
Sensory Testing: Assist in setting up taste panels and organizing feedback data for analysis.
Ingredient Research: Help source and screen new raw materials and ingredients from suppliers.
Data Collection: Accurately record experimental observations, ingredient weights, and processing parameters during R&D runs.
Compliance Support: Assist in checking formulations against basic regulatory guidelines and labeling requirements.
Travel to factory: Assist in factory trials, may require travel to the factory in and outside of Mumbai.
Lab Maintenance: Help maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment, including the calibration of basic equipment (scales, thermometers, etc).

Qualifications

Educational Background: Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition, or related degree.
Basic Kitchen/Lab Skills: Comfortable with standard culinary tools and precise measurement techniques.
Analytical Mindset: Ability to observe small changes in food texture, colour, and flavour and document them clearly.
Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for reporting findings to the team.
Software: Proficient in Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets for basic data entry and recipe calculations.

Personal Attributes

Eagerness to Learn: A genuine interest in food chemistry and the why behind ingredient interactions and blends technical R&D precision with hands-on culinary creativity to prototype and refine plant-based textures.
Detail-Oriented: A focus on accuracy, whether it's weighing a 0.5g spice sample or timing a cook test.
Team Player: Willingness to help with various tasks in a collaborative startup or lab environment.

What You Will Gain

Real-world experience in a professional food R&D environment.
Understanding of the product lifecycle from concept to pilot-scale production.
Exposure to food safety standards and industrial processing techniques.

How to Apply: Please submit your resume and a short cover letter explaining why you are interested in food product development to [HIDDEN TEXT]

Intern - Research And Development