Durian Quality Inspector & Taste Specialist

We have a subsidiary that is a renowned durian business in Singapore, famous for providing top-quality durians at wholesale prices. Our dedication to quality and community makes us a trusted brand among durian enthusiasts. We are looking for a Durian Quality Inspector & Taste Specialist who can accurately identify durian varieties, especially Musang King, by appearance and assess their taste profile to ensure consistent quality for our customers. The person will be working in our air-conditioned central kitchen in Singapore, with frequent traveling to neighbouring countries, and possibility of overseas permanent posting.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Visual Identification: Accurately identify different varieties of durians, particularly Musang King, by examining their shape, color, thorn structure, and other external features.
2. Quality Assessment: Assess durian quality based on appearance, texture, and aroma, ensuring they meet the company’s standards.
3. Taste Profiling: Provide detailed descriptions of durian taste profiles, including sweetness, bitterness, creaminess, and overall flavor balance.
4. Inventory Sorting: Assist in sorting durians by quality grade for wholesale and retail distribution.
5. Customer Interaction: Educate customers on identifying durian varieties and recommending based on their taste preferences.
6. Quality Control: Ensure consistency of taste and texture across batches and identify defective or substandard durians.
7. Collaboration: Work closely with the team to enhance customer satisfaction through high-quality durians.
8. Reporting: Document findings and provide feedback for inventory management and product improvement.

Requirements:

1. Proven experience in handling and identifying durians, especially Musang King.
2. Deep understanding of durian varieties, their characteristics, and taste profiles.
3. Strong sensory skills to detect differences in taste, aroma, and texture.
4. Attention to detail and precision in quality assessment.
5. Excellent communication skills to educate customers and collaborate with the team.
6. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet quality standards.
7. Passion for durians and commitment to delivering the best experience to customers.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Previous experience working in a durian retail or wholesale environment.
2. Knowledge of cold-chain handling for preserving durian quality.
3. Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.