Job Description
Sensory Panellist
Application Deadline: 5 August 2026
Department: New Product Development
Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time
Location: Andover
Andover
Great People Work Here
Are you searching for a career with bags of variety, in an environment that celebrates differences and empowers collaboration, which values people and will encourage you to make an impact? Do you want the freedom to explore, and the opportunities to find new ways and to innovate? If so, TwiningsOvo delivers.
We’re looking for people who don’t just come here to get the job done, but who have a real passion for the brand and a desire to do the best job they can. In return, we offer an inspiring package of employee benefits - to show just how much we value you. This role will offer you the scope for growth and the tools to aim high.
Our sensory panellists are an integral part in safeguarding our brand and designing exciting new products that exceed the expectations of our customers.
You will taste, describe, and provide data on different beverage products, using a clearly defined vocabulary, applying consistency to results provided and collaborating with other panellists.
*This is a part time, permanent role:
Working hours: Tuesday - Thursday, 09:30 - 13:30 (12 hrs per week)
Key Responsibilities
- Taste and evaluate a range of beverage products (relating to taste, appearance, texture, and smell) using a clearly defined vocabulary both individually and within a team
- Collaborate and communicate clearly with other panellists and panel leader, identifying and describing sensory characteristics
- Participate in product and sensory attribute training and assessments
- Willingness to taste and try new flavours and inventive products
- Willingness to implement feedback and follow instructions
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Strong vocabulary & basic numeracy skills
- Thrives working as part of a team, enjoys engaging and motivating others.
- Ability to work independently and be fully focused during product assessments.
- Excellent communication skills, articulate and able to describe taste experiences and sensations in good detail.
- Willingness to learn and cement learnings to build own mastery.
- Adheres to standard operating practices
- Good attention to detail especially when it comes to sensory attributes
- Willingness to use IT systems (full training can be provided)
- Ability to stay motivated and focused during repetitive tasks
Benefits
- Yearly bonus based on personal contribution and financial performance
- Flexible working options
- 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays and the option to buy and sell holidays (Pro Rata)
- Onsite Gym and Wellbeing Centre
- Perkbox – employee discount scheme with discounts online, in high street stores, cinema, holidays, restaurants and many more
- Pension scheme with your contributions matched for up to 10% of your salary
- Cycle to work scheme
- SimplyHealth Cash plan
- Onsite Staff shop and online staff discounts
- Bupa Private Medical Insurance
- Competitive Car Allowance
- Electric Car Scheme
- Access to LinkedIn Learning
- Access to ABF Networking, connect, collaborate, and grow across the ABF Group.
