Mafé Group owns multiple health-focused dining and functional brands, including Mafé Bento and Planté｜清蔬.
We are dedicated to combining science and creativity to create dining experiences that offer nutrition, flavor, and healing.
Here, you will explore the concept of "food as medicine," from recipe development to brand presentation, and experience how food science empowers modern healthy dining.
Overview We are looking for a Food Science Intern to assist the team with food research & development (R&D) and creative menu development. You will participate in recipe design, experiment documentation, nutrition and sensory analysis, and collaborate with the marketing team to conceptualize health-focused menus and events. This role provides an opportunity to experience both the technical and creative sides of food innovation, gaining hands-on practice in the integration of science and branding.
Key Responsibilities
Food R&D and Quality Management • Assist in the design and testing of new products or existing menu items • Conduct shelf-life, sensory, and stability tests on products • Help develop and update quality assurance (QA) and SOP documents • Participate in pilot production, documentation, and data organization
Menu and Market Collaboration • Collaborate with chefs and marketing teams to develop new menus aligned with brand strategy and seasonal themes • Support writing menu stories, highlighting nutritional benefits and health advantages of ingredients (for packaging or online presentation) • Participate in creative activities such as “functional ingredient features” and “behind-the-scenes R&D stories” • Assist in tasting events and customer feedback collection
Research and Innovation • Research new ingredients, trends, and scalable application technologies • Evaluate recipe nutrition data and sensory performance • Help maintain product R&D databases and experiment records
Requirements • Degree/Diploma in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition, or related fields • Passion for health foods, plant-based innovation, and food therapy concepts • Basic knowledge of recipe formulation, nutrition, and sensory analysis • Creative thinking and aesthetic expression abilities • Familiarity with Microsoft Excel or basic experiment documentation • Good communication and teamwork skills
What You’ll Gain • Hands-on experience in health food R&D and innovative menu development • Direct collaboration with chefs, nutritionists, and marketing teams • Experience the full process from concept → experiment → brand presentation • Mentorship and portfolio-worthy results (such as products you develop) • High performers may have the opportunity to transition to a full-time role or long-term collaboration
Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
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Mafe Bento Pte. Ltd. - Designation:
Food Science Intern - Profession:
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Food Services / F&B - Location:
Outram