Are you passionate about food and fermentation? We might be your new colleagues!

Nordic Koji is a food production company specialising in the production of natural flavor enhancers through advanced fermentation techniques. Our goal is to make koji-based products (miso, shio, shoyu) a kitchen staple, so that we:

• Reduce the need for additive-rich bouillon cubes, artificial stocks, salt and sugar in cooking 

• Naturally add umami to plant-based dishes

• Make it easy for chefs to cook plant-based

• Bring joy to everyday cooking 

• Bring out the natural flavours of vegetable dishes

In this attractive and hip career opportunity you’ll be responsible for various tasks related to plant production and the delivery of innovative umami ingredients to the European markets.

We require candidates with experience in food production and a background in food-related studies.

As a Plant Production Assistant, you will:

• Assist in the production of gastronomic mold (koji) using Nordic substrates

• Conduct research, test new food processing solutions, and implement them

• Follow HACCP and hygiene protocols diligently

• Meet production milestones and ensure high efficiency throughout the process

• Maintain the exceptional quality of the final product

• Collaborate closely with the Head of Production

• Report to the Plant Production Manager

REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to think critically and work independently

• Documented experience in food processing

• Educational background in food-related studies/culinary school

• Ability to think creatively and maintain production goals

• Ability to work independently and with the team

• Fluent English (written and spoken)

• Location Copenhagen area

BONUS POINTS:

• Ability to translate products into common food applications

• Experience in solid-state fermentation

• Experience in gastronomic mold development

• Experience in planning and maintaining production system (software)

• Driving licence cat. B

Note: This position requires a workload of 20-25 hours per week. There is potential for extending the contract into a full-time position.

Join our team and embark on a thrilling journey at the forefront of culinary innovation.