Product Development Scientist; Beverages

Product Development Scientist (Beverages)

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Reports to: Technical and Product Manager

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Eligibility: Must have full right to work in the UK.

Perfect Ted is on a mission to spread positive energy and help people feel their best—energised, focused, and ready to take on the day, without compromise. We’re the UK’s fastest-growing energy drink brand and Europe’s leading matcha company, redefining what energy should feel like: no crashes, no junk - just matcha’s clean caffeine to fuel your best self.

As our Beverageologist / Scientist, you’ll be at the forefront of product innovation - formulating, testing, and scaling our RTD beverages and powdered blends. From developing recipes and running sensory panels to supporting industrial‑scale trials with our manufacturing partners, you’ll ensure every sip of Perfect Ted is consistently world‑class.

This is a rare opportunity to combine science with creativity in a brand that’s scaling fast. You’ll collaborate across departments to align technical progress with business strategy, consumer needs, and our mission to fuel the future of energy.

• Develop and refine formulations for RTD beverages and powdered blends, ensuring consistency, quality, and sensory excellence.
• Design and run experiments to troubleshoot and optimise formulations and processes across lab, pilot, and industrial scales.
• Support trials with manufacturing partners, ensuring product feasibility, stability, and integrity at every stage.
• Translate lab‑scale successes into scalable, commercially viable solutions.
• Lead and participate in sensory evaluations, including descriptive analysis, to guide and refine product development.
• Ensure consumer insights and technical excellence inform final product decisions.
• Partner with operations, marketing, and commercial teams to align technical progress with business and consumer goals.
• Communicate findings clearly across departments and to leadership.

Must-Haves:

✅ Degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field

✅ 2–3 years’ experience in beverage product development

✅ Strong hands‑on expertise in formulation, sensory methodologies, and product optimisation ✅ Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally

✅ Passion for innovation, problem‑solving, and continuous learning

✅ Must have full right to work in the UK

Nice‑to‑Haves (but not necessary):

• Sensory training or panel experience
• Experience working with FMCG/start‑up brands
• Knowledge of functional ingredients or health‑focused beverages

• Curious, creative, and scientifically rigorous
• Obsessed with getting the details right while keeping the bigger picture in mind
• Calm and solution‑oriented when faced with challenges
• Excited to push boundaries in food & drink innovation

💰 Competitive salary + EMI options scheme

🍵 All the matcha you can drink

🌍 A chance to shape the future of energy drinks and make a real impact

🏢 A stunning office space shared with inspiring, high‑performing people - including the Flight Story team and Steven Bartlett himself!

and a few bullets explaining why you’re interested to  with the subject line: [BEVERAGE SCIENTIST – Your Name]

We can’t wait to hear from you!

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Science, Production, and Research
• Food and Beverage Services

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