Food analyst
Code 3111.3
Food analysts perform standardised tests to determine the chemical, physical, or microbiological features of products for human consumption.
Essential skills
Knowledge
- food science
- laboratory-based sciences
- pathogenic microorganisms in food
- food safety standards
- food safety principles
- ingredient threats
- food toxicity
Skills and competences
- analyse characteristics of food products at reception
- analizar las características nutricionales de los alimentos
- analyse samples of food and beverages
- apply HACCP
- apply GMP
- apply requirements concerning manufacturing of food and beverages
- pursue excellence in the creation of food products
- calibrate laboratory equipment
- preserve samples
- ensure public safety and security
- maintain laboratory equipment
- keep food laboratory inventory
- keep up-to-date with regulations
- measure pH
- blend food ingredients
- prepare visual data
- conduct food tests
- perform physico-chemical analysis to food materials
- collect samples for analysis
- follow laboratory manuals
- follow hygienic procedures during food processing
Transversal competences
- assess quality characteristics of food products
- set quality assurance objectives
- identify the factors causing changes in food during storage
- report test findings
- interpret data in food manufacturing
- quality assurance methodologies
- attend to detail regarding food and beverages
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