Food & farming · Space & science
What does a
food technologist do?
Develops and improves packaged foods so they are tasty, safe, and last longer.
A career guide for curious students · Grades 3–12
A day in the life
Tests recipes, studies shelf life, checks quality, and works with factories on production.
Skills to practise
Chemistry, creativity, careful testing.
How to explore this path
A degree in food technology or food science.
Training, qualifications and professional rules vary by country. Check current local requirements with a teacher or careers counsellor.
School subjects & interests
Food Technologist connects with Chemistry, Biology. You may enjoy this work if you like hands-on, creative.
TRY A LITTLE OF THIS CAREER
A hands-on activity
Compare how two foods, one wrapped and one open, change over three days.
Ask an adult to help. Follow the safety notes in the activity. Print this activity or save it as a PDF in your chosen language. Downloadable PDF files are in English.
For younger explorers: a simpler explanation
What do they do?
Food technologists make packaged foods that are tasty and safe to eat.
What helps?
Liking food and science.
Learning about the path
You study food technology at college.
Questions to explore next
- Which part of this work sounds most interesting to me?
- What did I enjoy when I tried the activity?
- What could I ask someone who works in this field?