Hello,

The B.Tech graduates in food Technology  can work as

1. Food technologists,
2. Food production managers,
3. Food safetyo
4. Sensory evaluators,
5. Technical brewers,
6. Quality control managers, etc

The average salary is expected to be around INR 2 lakh to 3.5 lakh per annum.

The areas of employment may include food industries, restaurants, distilleries, bakeries, etc.

The graduates can also choose to go for higher education after completion of B.tech food Tech. Some of the courses that they can opt for are M.tech Food Technology, M.tech Dairy Technology, MBA, etc.

Salary Structure of a Food Technologist in Food Industry in India:

As a fresher, a Food Technologist can earn an average of INR 2 to 3 lakh per annum

Within 5 years, you can reach INR 500,000 – 640,000 per annum. With an experience of 10 years on your CV, you can expect annual package of INR 900,000 – 1,180,000.

The salary structure for professionals within the Manufacturing function could be 20% (approximately) less than those in the R&D or QC/QA function. If you enjoy lot of frequent traveling, then go for the roles of Food Inspector.

Academic roles will pay as per the University pay scales. Then there will be more extra incentives as well for Sales & Marketing professionals. For nutritionist and dieticians, median annual wage is INR 210,000 for fresher; and Nutrition Managers can earn INR 750,000 per annum (average). As a nutritionist or diet counselor, you can also do freelancing.

If you end up in the Sales & Marketing (including Brand Management) role, the salary levels will be 20 – 25% higher than the R&D and QC/QA professionals.

Scope of Food Technologists in Industrial Sector:

-In a Small Scale Enterprise, a Food Technologist can become Technical Head.

-In a Medium Scale Enterprise, a Food Technologist can become Divisional head i.e. Production Head, QA Head or R&D head.

-In a Large Scale Enterprise, a Food Technologist can become Manager from Executive level of joining.

Degree courses in advanced food technology, legal aspects, management etc, will give opportunity to grow even up to CEO level.

Hope it helps

Good luck!