Consumer Testing Associate

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and enthusiastic kitchen & serving associate to support our consumer taste testing operations. This role involves preparing, organizing, and presenting food and beverage samples to research participants for product evaluation sessions. The ideal candidate will ensure a positive, clean, safe, and efficient environment while assisting with data collection and maintaining high standards of food handling.

$17.00/Hr.

• Server – Deliver testing product and ensure proper consumer test instructions are followed.
• Kitchen – Prepare testing product using the protocols designated by the client.
• Moderator – Observe and direct test participants through the consumer test.
• Host – Check‑in consumer test participants and ensure proper documents are completed.
• Set up and break down testing area.
• Maintain testing environments to ensure consistency, cleanliness, and compliance with research protocols.
• Maintain organization, quality and consistency during test execution.
• Support database growth events as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Critical thinking and ability to solve problems quickly and efficiently.
• Desire to learn and work with others.
• Interpersonal skills to interact with both the public and Eurofins National Food Labs’ clients.
• A strong team player – someone who is willing to go the extra mile to ensure the success of the team while maintaining a positive, upbeat attitude.
• Pride in self by maintaining a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Flexibility in regard to scheduling including long hours and variety of hours week in and week out.
• Ability to multi‑task and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Basic computer skills and ability to navigate the computer easily (particularly Internet, Microsoft Office and Outlook).

• Basic knowledge of computers and software programs.
• Must be able to work on your feet for up to 12 hours (with lunch & breaks in between).
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
• Valid Driver’s License and Proof of Insurance.
• Excellent organizational skills with a particular focus upon managing details.
• Outstanding listening and communication skills—both written and oral.
• Experience working in a kitchen environment or in market research is a plus but not necessary.

• Employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit and talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds (50 lbs. with assistance).
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Lab regularly processes known food allergens including egg, soy, wheat, milk, fish, shellfish, treenuts, peanuts, sulfites, gluten, chocolate, fruit, natural or artificial sweeteners (like aspartame or Phenylalanine), natural or artificial colors.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

• Excellent full‑time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.

$17 - $17