Chocolate Application Technologist

Position: Chocolate application technologist Location: Putignano (BA) / Milan (MI) (first 3 months) Type: Full-time Are you the Willy Wonka of new chocolate recipes? More than a food tech startup, Foreverland is a great group of creative, innovative, curious, enthusiastic people united by a bold mission: to build the future of chocolate! Foreverland is an innovative Italian food-tech startup that’s revolutionizing the world of chocolate.
Our new ingredient, Freecao, is a sustainable, cocoa-free alternative made from Italian carob.
With a mission to create delicious and future-proof food products, we’re committed to sustainability, allergen-free ingredients, and cutting-edge food technology.
Headquartered in Puglia, with an office in Milan, we are expanding our footprint across Europe, aiming to set new standards in the food industry.
What we look for Drive.
You’re extremely ambitious in everything you do and your initiative, effort, and tenacity match the intensity of your ambition.
You feel deeply responsible for your work.
You hold yourself to a high and rising bar.
Team spirit.
A collaborative nature and strong communication skills.
You're eager to contribute to a close-knit team, support your colleagues, and celebrate collective achievements.
Ownership .
You want to build something special.
Something you want to share, something you are proud of, something that keeps you up at night if it’s not good enough.
Startup Mindset.
Adaptability, resilience, and a passion for innovation are essential.
You're excited about wearing many hats and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
A few examples of your responsibilities and role: Develop applications using our cocoa-free chocolate from concept to final product passing through the production, including sample preparation and trial runs.
Collaborate with R&D, Tech, and Commercial teams on application projects, pitch decks, and innovation workshops.
Handle customer requests, create prototypes for them with our cocoa-free chocolate and keep an eye on the progress through regular calls.
Deliver cocoa-free chocolate samples for innovation sessions and clients.
Travel to client sites for industrial trials and improvements.
Together with R&D deal with troubleshooting and increase product performance Support, mentor and supervise colleagues working in the production plan during the start-up phase When necessary monitor, learn and collaborate with the production and handle troubleshooting directly on the manufacturing plant.
You will be a great fit if you have As our Technical application lead , you’ll have the opportunity to play a pivotal role is supporting the sales and production of our unique ingredients from the technical side.
You will create tailor-made products using our cocoa-free chocolate for multiple clients following every development project and launch closely You know the ins and outs of cocoa, with strong hands-on experience in making chocolate at artisanal or industrial level. +3 years of experience as an Application Specialist in the confectionary industry or as Pastry Chef / Chocolatier in industrial settings.
You have a background in Food Technology or related field Natural multitasker, juggling multiple projects effortlessly with high-quality standards with a communicative, proactive approach.
Fluent English and Italian.
You can speak and write fluently both.   Know any other languages? The more the merrier! You are in possession of a valid driving license Nice to have: Passion for sustainability, innovation, and the food industry.
Experience with chocolate or similar ingredients.   Why Join Foreverland? Business Growth on the Horizon Step into a work environment that's in constant motion, always growing, and ever-evolving.
Be part of a company that's on the rise! Live in a sustainable way  The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it.   Team Building and Aperitivo Get ready for extraordinary adventures! Dive into thrilling team-building activities and attend our weekly aperitivo parties that will keep you buzzing with excitement!  Are you hungry?  Great, because at our startup, you'll have unlimited access to “chocolate” and get to taste-test all our new products! Expand your Mind Join a dynamic, young, passionate and international team dedicated to making a positive impact.
Great ideas need great brews! Breakfast at the office, fruits, nutrition bars, free coffee/tea and snacks! Stock option plan available Foreverland culture promotes and values each individual's contribution.
Diversity and inclusion, it's a big topic for us, as such we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.
Ready to make a difference? Apply now and become a Foreverlander for an exciting journey towards a more sustainable and delicious future! #J-18808- Ljbffr