Culinary Intern

Job Description

Culinary Intern

Start date: February/March 2027

Duration: 6 to 7 months

Platform/Project: Multiple Positions (please see below).

Location: Nijmegen

Join the Culinary R&D team in Nijmegen in exploring and discovering new unforgettable taste for our Taste Elevation category (sauces). You will be working with a team of R&D chefs, exploring new tastes, techniques or technologies that should deliver the KHC innovations of the future. 

The candidate will have the great opportunity to work in an industrial environment with very strong culinary expertise. They will be able to see the direct impact of a chef's expertise and creativity to unlock strong business value. The candidate will be working in collaboration with a team of chefs from different backgrounds and nationalities.

In addition, the intern will be participating in the day to day of the Kitchen life and will be supporting the chefs on their daily projects. It will give the intern the opportunity to see a large spectrum of Chefs work in the food industry

Basic Requirements for all:  

• You should have strong communication skills and fluency in English, both written and verbal (Dutch is not a requirement except CTI but other languages are a plus)
• You are enrolled at a university for at least 50% study load for the duration of the internship.
• NOTE: EU working rights are required (Either you have EU Citizenship, you are studying in the Netherlands or have relevant student work visa)

Activities:

Assignments and key activities:

• Develop and strengthen culinary capabilities through hands-on application, experimentation, and knowledge sharing.
• Explore specific culinary techniques and technologies to assess their impact on products, added value, challenges, and versatility.
• Apply relevant trend and technology insights to develop meaningful, consumer-centric MVPs and feasible culinary solutions.
• Create and refine prototypes based on project briefs, experimentation, feedback, and testing outcomes.
• Develop relevant host food applications to demonstrate product and technology performance, versatility, and consumer relevance.
• Plan and support culinary activations and testing sessions, including preparation, execution, evaluation, and internal showcasing of initiatives.
• Deliver insights and a clear value proposition on how culinary techniques or technologies can benefit products and consumers.
• Document recipes, prototypes, test methods, observations, results, and key learnings in a clear and structured way.
• Collaborate with the KHC culinary Innovation Team and colleagues to create new products, exchange ideas, and support ongoing projects.
• undefinedSpecific Team Requirements:Bachelor’s or Master’s student in Culinary Arts, or a qualified chef, with coursework in food design or food innovation.Strong culinary, food design, and recipe development skills are required.Interest in the fast-moving consumer goods industry.Digital communication skills are required; previous experience with communications or social media coordination is a bonus.Experience in a restaurant or the food industry is a plus.Fluent in English, creative, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.Eager to share ideas, seek feedback, and learn from others. 

Recruitment process:

1.     CV selection based on hard requirements such as EU working rights  

2.     Online Pymetrics assessment

3.     Online Pymetrics video assessment

4.     Online Screening Interview via Microsoft Teams

5.     Hiring manager interview  

Amazing internship opportunity that can kickstart your career!   

Note: The recruitment process can take 4/6 weeks in total  

What we offer you: 

We take interns seriously. You can expect from us to give you 1-on-1 mentorship from one of our experienced colleagues. We will work together on your personal learning goals and are keen to hear all good ideas you have! We will give you the space and support to make mistakes and grow. Become a part of a close intern community as well as a young and ambitious work environment (including online). As a Kraft Heinz intern you’ll be the owner of your own projects and especially of your own career. At Kraft Heinz, we provide the playing field. You change the game. Are you up for the challenge?   

 About Us 

The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands. We spark joy around mealtime with our iconic brands, including Heinz, Kraft, Bull's-Eye, HP, Lea and Perrins, Quero, ABC, Master, Banquete, Plasmon, Orlando, Benedicta, Honig, Pudliszki, Wattie’s among others. No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision: To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 39,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do: join our table and let’s make life delicious! 

Our Culture of Ownership, Meritocracy & Collaboration 

We're not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. We empower our people at every level – from entry-level intern to senior leader – to own their work. We share a responsibility to think like Owners – to be mindful of the collective and sustained success of Kraft Heinz – which we apply to every situation, every day. As part of Kraft Heinz, you're supported to grow and achieve. You’re expected to bring your authentic self to work every day, to lead with humility, and drive outstanding performance at every level – and you’ll be rewarded. You’re given opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you won’t do it alone.  You’re supported by passionate teammates along the way, and our collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress. 

Location(s)

Nijmegen

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.