<p>Job Description</p> <p>Join Our Team at Wawa!</p> <p>Position: Product Development Associate - Food & Beverage</p> <p>Location: Corporate Headquarters</p> <p>Department: Marketing - Product Development Team</p> <p>Reports to: Product Innovation Specialist</p> <p>Bring Your Passion for Food to Life at Wawa</p> <p>Are you passionate about food, innovation, and creating incredible customer experiences? Wawa is looking for a Product Development Associate - Food & Beverage to support our innovation journey from concept to creation! If you love food, thrive in a collaborative environment, and have an eye for detail and quality, this is your chance to be part of something truly flavorful.</p> <p>What You'll Do</p> <p>As a Product Development Associate, you'll play a hands-on role in helping bring crave-worthy Wawa products to life. You'll support the Product Development team and cross-functional partners in ensuring our food and beverage offerings meet the highest standards of quality, consistency, and innovation.</p> <p>Product Quality & Monitoring</p> <ul> <li> <p>Assist in quality checks and documentation for food and beverage ingredients in our on-site test kitchen.</p> </li><li> <p>Track and document quality concerns and support resolution with cross-functional teams.</p> </li></ul> <p>Specification & Ingredient Documentation</p> <ul> <li> <p>Collaborate with Product Development and Quality Assurance to build, verify, and maintain detailed product specifications.</p> </li><li> <p>Support the entry and management of data in internal systems and documentation platforms.</p> </li></ul> <p>Sensory Events & Product Showings</p> <ul> <li> <p>Prepare and support internal sensory studies, tastings, and product review events.</p> </li><li> <p>Assist in first production checks, product portioning, and sample coordination.</p> </li></ul> <p>Collaboration & Cross-Functional Support</p> <ul> <li> <p>Partner with vendors, operations, and internal teams to ensure product accuracy and consistency.</p> </li><li> <p>Be ready to jump in where needed-flexibility, curiosity, and a team-first mindset are key.</p> </li></ul> <p>What You Bring</p> <ul> <li> <p>Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Nutritional Science, Culinary Science, or related field (preferred)</p> </li><li> <p>1-2 years of experience in a foodservice, culinary, or quality assurance environment (preferred)</p> </li><li> <p>Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel</p> </li><li> <p>Experience with ESHA Genesis or similar recipe/nutrition systems (a plus)</p> </li><li> <p>Strong attention to detail and organizational skills</p> </li><li> <p>Curiosity, collaboration, and a passion for food innovation</p> </li><li> <p>Excellent communication and time management</p> </li></ul> <p>Why Join Wawa?</p> <ul> <li> <p>Be a part of a beloved, purpose-driven brand with a deep commitment to quality and innovation</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborate with passionate professionals in a fast-paced, creative environment</p> </li><li> <p>Contribute to products enjoyed by millions of customers</p> </li><li> <p>Access great benefits, career development opportunities, and a culture that values continuous improvement</p> </li></ul> <p>Apply today and help shape the future of food at Wawa!</p> <p>Wawa will provide reasonable accommodation to complete an application upon request, consistent with applicable law. If you require an accommodation, please contact our Associate Service Center at asc@wawa.com or 1-800-444-9292.</p> <p>Wawa, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Wawa maintains a work environment in which Associates are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated. In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and Associates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.</p>