Food Lab Cook Intern

Intern / Student, Full or part-time · Barcelona

About REMY Robotics

What we Believe
The food-market industry has been shifting drastically in the last decade. Labour shortage due to low wages and difficult conditions in the kitchens is causing profound structural problems. High cost and low margins are provoking profit losses. Customers are demanding more sustainable and healthy food. Pandemics and lifestyle changes are pushing new business models such as food-on-demand and food delivery.
In this context, robotics is a self-evident solution. Yet, commercial kitchen robotization has been very limited. To overcome the limitations of most robotic solutions, we must go beyond the current exciting cooking paradigms. Not by teaching robots how to cook like humans do, but by focusing on flexibility, scalability and reliability.

What we're Building
It’s time to take robotic kitchens to the next level! At REMY Robotics, we’re building a new cooking framework, combining adaptive robotics to culinary engineering.
Our robotics kitchens use software-defined and adaptive robots, computer vision, artificial intelligence and mechatronics that can ensure constant quality, adaptability to any recipe, and operational effectiveness across an endless variety of food production scenarios.
Our solution is commercially proven: we operate our own B2C food brands across delivery platforms and serve customers daily and are now starting to partner with different actors of the food industry as a technology provider.
Our ambition is to power commercial kitchens of multiple partners in the food service industry.

Who we are
At REMY, we like to do things a bit differently. Unlike traditional software products, our robots exist in the physical world: this means the scope of our products and projects are wide-ranging, from the highly technical to the physical, such as identifying and implementing appropriate food packaging solutions for our customer-facing hot food products.
This distinctive model, combined with our existing team of experienced, highly-driven world-class tech, culinary and operational employees, removes the bureaucracy from our business, allowing us to focus on what will make a real impact to REMY’s products.
At REMY Robotics, we are developing groundbreaking technological solutions alongside a truly competitive customer product to create a better future for the food industry, for consumers and for the planet.

About the role

As a Food Lab Cook, you will be integral to our research and development team, leveraging your culinary expertise and passion for food innovation. Your role focuses on conducting experiments that explore the interplay between robotic cooking technology and the properties of various foods. This position provides hands-on experience in a dynamic and cutting-edge environment, making it ideal for students or recent graduates interested in culinary technology, food science or related fields.

As such, your key responsibilities will include:
Participating in Food Design and Development:

Assist the lead food designer in preparing for food testing sessions, including cutting, prepping ingredients, ordering supplies, and maintaining a clean work area.
Collaborate in the creation and testing of innovative food designs that utilise robotic cooking technology.
Apply your culinary skills to develop new recipes and enhance existing ones in line with research objectives.

Conducting Experiments with Robotic Ovens:

Design and execute controlled cooking experiments using robotic ovens to assess cooking patterns, temperature distribution, and cooking times.
Monitor and document the performance of robotic ovens, noting any anomalies or deviations from expected outcomes.

Data Collection and Analysis:

Gather, organise, and analyse experimental data to identify trends, patterns, and correlations.
Utilise statistical tools and software to interpret results and prepare comprehensive reports.

Maintaining Precise Lab Records:

Meticulously log experimental procedures, observations, and results to ensure accuracy and reproducibility.
Assist in maintaining and updating the lab's database of experimental data.

Collaborating with Cross-Functional Teams:

Coordinate with food scientists, engineers, and culinary experts to design and execute innovative experiments.
Participate in team meetings to discuss findings and contribute to protocol improvements.

What will make you a great candidate

You are currently pursuing or have recently completed a degree in Culinary Arts or Food Science.
You possess strong cooking skills and a keen eye for food design and preparation.
You have a strong interest in food technology and innovation, with a passion for exploring new culinary techniques.
You have a basic understanding of laboratory techniques and data analysis.
You exhibit excellent attention to detail, with strong organisational and documentation skills.
You can work independently and collaborate effectively as part of a team.
You have strong communication skills, both written and verbal, enabling you to convey complex concepts clearly and concisely.

Why join REMY

The chance to work on the next big thing in Food-Tech.
Hands-on experience in a cutting-edge food technology lab, providing invaluable industry exposure.
Mentorship from experienced professionals, offering guidance and insight into the field of food science and technology.
The opportunity to contribute to innovative projects with the potential to impact future culinary technology.
A collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages learning and professional growth.
Amazing colleagues and a great culture.
Start date: ASAP

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About us

REMY Robotics is building the world’s first end-to-end ecosystem of delivery restaurants powered by autonomous robot-run kitchens.
Our world-class team (robotics, tech, culinary, brand marketing and operations) is developing groundbreaking technological solutions alongside a truly competitive customer product.
Our objective is to create a better future for the food industry, for consumers and for the planet.

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