Chemists, and Food and Wine Scientists

Key Tasks

• •Conducting experiments and tests to identify the chemical composition and reactive properties of natural substances and processed materials
• •Analysing and conducting research to develop theories, techniques and processes, and testing the reliability of outcomes under different conditions
• •Developing practical applications of experimental and research findings
• •Testing food products for flavour, colour, taste, texture and nutritional content
• •Advising on preserving, processing, packaging, storing and delivering foods
• •Developing quality control procedures and safety standards for the manufacture of food products
• •Examining grape samples to assess ripeness, sugar and acid content, and determining suitability for processing
• •Coordinating winemaking processes, directing workers in testing and crushing grapes, fermenting juices, and fortifying, clarifying, maturing and finishing wines
• •Blending wines according to formulae and knowledge of winemaking techniques

Employment Projections to 2034