Food Technologist | Product Development | Food Innovation I am a Food Technologist with 16+ years of experience in food R&D and product development, helping companies turn ideas into commercial-ready food products. I have developed products for Australia, the US, EU, and Asian markets (especially Vietnam market), working across multiple categories including: • Ice cream & frozen desserts (dairy and plant-based) • Chocolate coatings & dipping chocolate • Seasonings and flavor systems • Nut snacks, nut butter, nut spreads • Powder drinks and instant beverages • Functional and nutraceutical products I support clients through the entire development process, including: ✔ Product formulation & recipe development ✔ Reformulation (cost reduction, clean label, sugar/fat reduction) ✔ Sensory evaluation & shelf-life studies ✔ Ingredient sourcing & supplier development ✔ Food safety & regulatory compliance (FSANZ, HACCP, GMP) ✔ Manufacturing scale-up & process optimization I have led R&D teams, established laboratories, and launched numerous successful products in global markets. If you need help developing a new product, improving a formula, or preparing for commercialization, I can guide your project from concept to market. Let’s build your next successful food product.

I am a Food Scientist specializing in Formulation and Product Development. This includes recipe development, sensory applications, sample preparation, ingredient sourcing, and process mentorship. I have years of experience working for different companies to make new formulas. Main Areas of Expertise • Beverages • Powder/Protein/Spice Blends • Flavor Applications • Supplements • Sauces/Condiments • Natural Foods, Nutrition Bars I work remotely or in the NJ/NYC area.

🚀 Upwork TOP RATED Food Scientist and Chef with over 15 years of food industry experience. I have created and developed products for Fortune 500 companies and led several cross-functional teams. My diverse background allows me to work not only on developing products but also on helping companies grow their business. A few areas of expertise are: *New Product development *USDA/FDA Regulations *Menu development and renovations *Cost saving and formula optimization *New Business Consultant *Supply Chain Sourcing *Food Science I am fully committed to delivering results for your company and project. I will listen to your needs and tailor my services to speak to your unique needs and vision.

Transforming Food Ideas into Market Ready Innovations. Welcome to ProFoodFormulations! Where Food Science Meets Commercial Success. With a strong academic and industrial foundation in food science, I bring over a decade of experience in developing innovative, commercially viable food and beverage products. I hold an MPhil in Food Science and Technology and a Bachelor's in Animal Science, and I’ve worked with companies around the world formulating snacks, beverages, baked goods, dairy, meat, keto foods, premixes, children's products, functional supplements and nutraceutocles. ProFoodFormulations is the next evolution of this journey, an independent food innovation lab that brings cutting-edge science, clean label strategies, and practical manufacturing solutions under one roof. Here, your food project will be handled with the same care and expertise I’ve applied to my own award-winning and commercialized products. ProFoodFormulations doesn't hold any IP rights of the products developed for you and open to signing NDA before starting. ________________________________________ Proven 6-Step Product Development Process with free of charge first two steps I work with entrepreneurs, startups, and global brands to turn ideas into successful food products. This six step development process ensures scientific integrity, commercial scalability, and consumer appeal: Step 1: Product Brief & Vision : free of charge consultation I begin by understanding your product idea in detail: • Expected product to be developed. • What is your target market? • What is the expected shelf life of the final product? • Do you have any special ingredients you want to include OR exclude in the product? • If there are any nutritional requirements to meet per serving/portion and serving/portion size. • What are the dietary restrictions and ingredient restrictions to consider when developing the product? • An explanation of the expected sensory properties (flavors, texture, mouthfeel, odor, appearance, etc.). Step 2: Concept & Technology Brief: free of charge Based on your goals, I research the best ingredient systems and processing technologies. You’ll receive a free of charge technology brief that outlines a customised development approach, fixed price based budget breakdown, timeline. Then you can review it and ask me to make changes if required to make it perfect for aligning vision before lab work begins. Step 3: Prototype Formulation & Testing This includes theoretical formulation, perform ingredient trials, prototype development, shelf life testing, testing and sensory analysis tests to craft a formulation with excellent flavor, texture, and stability. Step 4: Complete Documentation Package You’ll receive: • Small-scale recipe that you can test at your place. • Commercial production-ready large-scale recipe. • Detailed step-by-step instructions. • Quality control parameters and SOPs. • Shelf life extension strategies. • Packaging and storage recommendations. • Complete nutritional Information table. • The scale conversion table facilitates you to scale the formulation to any batch size. Step 5: Delivery You get everything in an easy to follow format and ready to test formula including small scale recipe, measurements, step by step instructions to test the product. We are open to send physical samples through international courier under certain conditions. Step 6: Feedback & Optimization ProFoodFormulations offer a complimentary revision cycle after your internal testing, working closely with your feedback to ensure the final product aligns perfectly with your vision. Then I deliver manufacture ready formula which is scalable or pitch to investors. also available anytime to support you until your product launch is successful. Why Choose ProFoodFormulations? ProFoodFormulations is not an agency charging inflated fees. It is a science-driven, specialized, and highly personalized product formulation lab that partners with you at every step, offering affordable pricing and honest collaboration. You get: • Custom solutions backed by science • Industry-standard documentation • Commercial feasibility • Flexible prices, communication and support • Transparent pricing with no hidden costs Let’s bring your food innovation to life together. 👉 Message me now to start building your product with ProFoodFormulations.

Senior product development and R&D leader with 20+ years of experience driving end to end innovation, formulation, and commercialization of dairy, high protein, functional, and beverage products. Proven technical leader in milk based protein systems, UHT/HTST processing, stabilization, sensory optimization, and scale up, with deep experience translating consumer insights and nutrition science into commercially successful products. Known for building high performing technical teams, partnering cross functionally with Marketing, Operations, Quality, Procurement, Regulatory, and Supply Chain, and accelerating speed to market while balancing nutrition targets, cost, quality, and manufacturing feasibility. MBA trained leader with strong business acumen and global perspective. CORE EXPERTISE • High Protein Dairy & Milk Based Beverages (RTD, ESL, UHT) • Dairy Chemistry & Protein Functionality (Whey, Casein, MPC/MPI) • Formulation: Viscosity, Sedimentation, Heat Stability, Flavor Masking • Aseptic, HTST & UHT Processing • Shelf Life Optimization & Quality Validation • Consumer Led Innovation & Sensory Science • End to End Commercialization & Scale Up • Cross Functional & Global Team Leadership • Regulatory & Nutrition Labeling (FDA, USDA) • Portfolio Strategy, Stage Gate, Budget Management

As an innovative Food Scientist with over a decade of experience, I specialize in developing health-oriented and sustainable food and beverage products. My expertise includes creating functional foods and drinks that cater to specific health needs while promoting environmental sustainability. My career began with a passion for utilizing natural ingredients to enhance health and wellness. Highlights include the world’s first avocado seed beverage, which offers significant health benefits and addresses food waste. My portfolio also includes nutritious snacks like protein bars, energy bites, and granolas, all designed to provide optimal nutrition. I approach each project with rigorous scientific methodology, from research and ingredient sourcing to meticulous testing. My work adheres to high standards of quality and champions ethical sourcing and production. My goal is to deliver exceptional food and beverage experiences that promote a healthier, more sustainable world, inspiring positive change in the industry and among consumers.

🚀 "Top Rated Plus" — Upwork's Top 3% At Tasteology & Co., we’re a multidisciplinary team of culinary experts, and food scientists, committed to turning your product ideas into reality. With over 25 years of experience, our team includes: * 8 Food Scientists * 2 food chemists * 23 International Chefs Our credentials include certifications from Harvard University, Hong Kong University of Science & Technology, PHD in food science, and Metro University of Technology, as well as a 2-star Michelin Award (Benelux, 2002). What we do:
We offer a wide range of services to help you innovate and optimize your food products: * Formulation Development & Optimization: Create or refine new recipes for maximum performance. * Process Design & Testing: Customize manufacturing processes and ensure product quality through rigorous testing. * New Product Innovation: Drive innovation with market-ready product proposals. * Project Guidance: Support you through the steps and timelines of market entry. Our team has extensive experience formulating diverse products, from protein bars and keto shakes to functional beverages and flavored syrups. In addition to formulation, we provide R&D, quality control, logistics, and marketing support to ensure your product's success. Let us help you bring your food and chemical products to life with our expert team and innovative solutions.

As a Food Scientist, Recipe Developer, Food Product formulation Consultant and Food Technologist With 7+ years of hands-on experience in the food industry, I help brands, startups, and manufacturers transform ideas into market-ready, profitable, and high-quality food products. Whether you need recipe development, product formulation, process optimization, or technical documentation, I deliver accurate, scalable, and commercially viable solutions. ⭐ What I Offer ✔ Recipe Development (Bakery, Beverages, Snacks, Sauces, Ready-to-Eat Foods) Crafting standardized, repeatable, and highly functional recipes with precise weights, steps, and processing guidelines. ✔ Food Product Formulation Developing clean-label, functional, and innovative formulations for value-added products, including: • Bakery & confectionery • Functional beverages • Sauces & dressings • Nutritional supplements • Dairy & plant-based products ✔ Nutritional Facts, Shelf Life & Label Guidance Accurate nutrition panels, ingredient listings, allergen checks, FDA/USDA compliance support. ✔ Process Design & Optimization Scaling recipes from kitchen samples to small commercial production—improving texture, stability, cost, and efficiency. ✔ Technical Documentation SOPs, HACCP, MS 1500:2019 Halal requirements, quality manuals, and production guidelines. ⭐ Why Clients Choose Me • Strong background in food technology and product development • Experience with international standards (FDA, Codex, Halal, HACCP) • Clear communication, fast delivery, and research-driven solutions • Ability to convert client ideas into successful, marketable products If you are building a new food brand, improving an existing product, or need expert technical guidance, I’m here to help you every step of the way. 📩 Let’s develop something extraordinary together!

I'm a food scientist with 5+ years of experience in nutrition labeling, restaurant menu reports, laboratory reporting, HACCP certified, FDA and Canadian Labeling, regulatory. I use the ESHA Genesis software for all labels.

Do you have an idea for a new product formulation and need expert help? 📩 Contact me! I will help you develop your formulation from concept to commercial-ready product, including process design, ingredient sourcing, compliance, and market readiness. With 12+ years of experience in R&D and product development, I support brands across all stages of formulation, scale-up, and regulatory readiness. PhD in Nutrition & Chemical formulation R&D Manager - Product Development 🛠️ Expertise & Services Partnering with me gives you access to tailored solutions for product success: ✅ Ingredient selection & compatibility (bioavailability, synergy, stability) ✅ Formula / recipe development & process optimization ✅ Shelf-life & preservation strategies ✅ Regulatory compliance (FDA, EFSA, EMA, & TGA) ✅ Labeling & packaging information ✅ Ingredient sourcing (EU/US/Clean-label) ✅ Manufacturing guidance & supplier connection ✅ Patent & market research ✅ Technical documentation (safety, efficacy, claims) ✅ Trend scouting & innovation advice I primarily formulate: - Dietary supplements - Functional foods & beverages - Health & wellness products - Sports nutrition & energy formulas - Clean beauty & natural skincare Product types I specialize In 💪 Functional energy drink 🦠 Gut health & immunity ⚡ Clean label energy & immunity blends 🍫 Keto & low-carb pastries 💧 Hydration & electrolyte blends ⚖️ Natural weight management formulas 🌱 Adaptogen & probiotic supplements 🍬 Nootropic gummies 🍄 Functional mushroom wellness blends ❌ Sugar-free products 🌿 Eco-friendly household formulations 🧴 Anti-aging serums & skincare products 🧔 Beard & hair care product lines Developed formats Beverages | Powders | Capsules | Gummies | Tablets | Gels | Bars | IV Drips Additional services offered - Contract manufacturer coordination & quotes - Custom process design - Product testing & stability validation - Consulting: Tailored advice, reviews & audits Whether you’re a startup or a growing brand, I can help you bring your product idea to life with efficacy, safety, compliance, and customer appeal at the center. Let’s develop your next successful product! Dr. Jamal Ayour Food Scientist & Formulation Chemist