Food Sensory Panelist - Part Time (approx 10 hrs/week)
Marshall, Minnesota Job ID 26-3970 Date posted Aug. 24, 2026 Category Culinary ServicesAt CJ Schwan’s, we don’t just make food — we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria, to families enjoying pie during the holidays, our team members play an important role in bringing those everyday moments to life. Our portfolio includes iconic pizzas, global flavors and timeless desserts from brands like Red Baron®, bibigo®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Freschetta®, Pagoda®, Edwards® and Mrs. Smith’s®. Enjoyed in homes, schools, restaurants and just about everywhere people shop and eat, our products reflect a commitment to quality, innovation and the power of food to bring people together.
We are hiring 2 Food Sensory Panelists! These are part-time roles where we need your participation typically on Tuesday and Thursdays (occasional Wednesdays) from 9:00am to noon. You will be responsible for providing accurate information and feedback regarding tasting of food products for different characteristics, such as appearance, smell, taste, flavor, and quality of the ingredients. Think of yourself as a “sensory evaluator” whose feedback can help CJ Schwan’s be the best it can be!
Responsibilities
- Provides feedback to supervisor and/or moderator through discussion of testing results.
- Utilizes proper sensory tools to evaluate products.
- Adheres and follows all established and communicated procedures, processes and rules governing the panelist role.
- Learns and utilizes all sensory tools, training and information provided by supervisor/moderator.
- Learns and utilizes the computer system to enter data.
Preferred Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
- Years of Related Experience: No experience is required.
- Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Basic PC skills; human relations skills sufficient to communicate with and provide information to supervisor/moderator; ability to read written documentation containing specific program terminology sufficient to follow instructions; ability to taste and ingest any type of food product currently under development
Compensation and Benefits:
The hourly rate for this position is $17.00 per hour.
CJ Schwan's and its employing subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law. Schwan’s Company also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email career.search@schwans.com
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