Food Technology Manager

HelloFresh is hiring a Food Technology Manager in Brisbane, Australia. Level rates it ; you can apply on HelloFresh.

Level's read on this job

Little AI ●○○○ is how Level rates this role: aI is not part of the work.
Tools and skills the posting cites include Headspace, food safety and haccp.
Level classifies it as a senior role.
Level lists 393 other open roles at HelloFresh.
The role was posted within the past week.

AI in this role

Manage food safety programs, product validations, and quality assurance processes in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

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Job Description

As the Food Technology Manager, you will oversee the Food Safety program, including the validation of new products, product changes, and new and current processes/equipment across all Youfoodz product lines. You will ensure compliance with Australian food standards, manage raw material to finished product specifications, lead and mentor a team of 3 Food Technologists, and drive continuous improvement and quality initiatives in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to have a high impact in a fast-paced environment. Based in Karawatha, this role offers the exciting opportunity to lead our food technology operations and reports directly to the Head of Quality Assurance & Technical.

You will…

Oversee the Food Safety program, including product and process/equipment validations
Lead and mentor a team of 3 Food Technologists, managing rosters and team development
Review and approve raw material, component, and finished product specifications
Ensure accurate creation, review, and approval of label information and NIPs in compliance with FSANZ and legal standards
Facilitate Food Safety requirements within the Menu Development (NPD) process
Lead Quality Squad and continuous improvement activities to improve quality metrics
Coordinate with QA regarding HACCP reviews and process/procedure updates for new products
Monitor regulatory changes via Food Legal and FSANZ subscriptions

You have/are…

Tertiary degree in Food Science or Technology
Minimum 5 years of food industry experience in a Food Technology role
Minimum 2 years of experience leading technical teams
Sound knowledge of Food Safety Management Systems, HACCP, and FSANZ food standards
Strong leadership, communication, analytical problem-solving, and relentless prioritization skills

What you’ll get in return…

The chance to have a significant impact in a leading global food technology company
Flexible working arrangements
Egoless environment, constant learning with room for personal growth
Free access to Headspace
Internal learning & development
A diverse and vibrant international environment, with offices in 18 countries
Company discount - 70% off HelloFresh & 40% Youfoodz
Onsite gym at the facility
Convenient on-site parking.

Start Date: Immediately available - Can wait a notice period

Duration: Permanent full time role. You must have the right to work full-time in Australia/New Zealand

Location: Karawatha, Brisbane - Parking On site

Salary: Competitive salary & employee benefits

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How we rate this

Food Technology Manager at HelloFresh rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

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Key facts

Food Technology Manager is an open job at HelloFresh.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The role is based in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
The job was posted on October 30, 2026.
Seniority: senior.
Applications are handled by HelloFresh. Apply on HelloFresh

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Skills and AI tools this role asks for

Food SafetyHaccpQuality AssuranceTeam ManagementHeadspace

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