Food Scientist

Job Description

Food Scientist – Toronto

Shape the future of food with Solina!

At Solina, we are more than just a food solutions company – we are a community of passionate innovators, chefs, scientists, and industry experts. With a global presence and a strong local footprint in Canada, we design tailor-made culinary solutions that bring taste, nutrition, and functionality together. From seasoning blends to complete food concepts, we partner with our clients to create products that delight consumers and set trends in the market.

We are now looking for a Food Scientist to join our growing team in Toronto.

About the role

Reporting to the R&D Director, the Food Scientist will play a key role in the design, development, and optimization of new food products and processes. This role offers the perfect mix of creativity and science, hands-on experimentation, and strategic thinking.

What you’ll do

• Lead and coordinate R&D projects in line with company priorities.
• Develop new formulations and improve existing products.
• Conduct lab and production trials to ensure scalability, quality, and compliance.
• Characterize product properties and solve technical challenges with innovative solutions.
• Collaborate with suppliers to discover and qualify new ingredients and concepts.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data to drive decision-making.
• Ensure product specifications meet client needs, cost targets, and deadlines.
• Guarantee compliance with food safety, nutrition, and labeling regulations.
• Identify emerging technologies and trends to keep Solina ahead of the curve.

What we’re looking for

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Food Science & Technology, Chemistry, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years in food R&D, ideally with dehydrated or liquid products and project management experience (asset).
• Skills:
• Strong formulation and product testing knowledge.
• Creative thinker with a scientific mindset.
• Structured, organized, and results-oriented.
• Bilingual: French and English (spoken and written).
• Other: Flexibility to travel occasionally.

Why join Solina?

• Be part of a global leader in food innovation with strong local impact.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary, international team of experts.
• Work on innovative projects that shape tomorrow’s food solutions.
• Enjoy a dynamic, supportive, and growth-oriented culture.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

At Solina, your ideas matter. Join us and bring your creativity to the table!