Welcome
Launch your career in the food sector! Learn more about graduate careers, meet professionals working in the food sector and gain skills to improve your CV and interview technique.
Programme
| 10:30 – 11:00 |
Arrival and Registration |
| 11:00 – 11:10 | Introduction and welcome Dr Jon Wilkin, Abertay University Robin Leaper, Education and Careers Manager, Institute of Food Science and Technology |
| 11:10 – 11:30 | Opportunities in the food sector David Thomson, CEO, Food and Drink Federation Scotland |
| 11:30 – 12:00 | Interactive exercise Task focussing on interview technique and skills |
| 12:00 – 12:20 | Early career perspective Olajumoke Louis Omifare, Technical Manager, Tiffin Sandwiches Scotland |
| 12:20 – 12:40 | Standing out from the crowd - a recruitment perspective Strathmore Foods |
| 12:40 – 14:30 | Food Sector Mentor Networking Lunch Speed networking tables with mentors from a range of roles in the food sector |
| 14:30 – 14:45 | Virtual Factory Tour |
| 14:45 – 15:00 | Introduction to IFST - including competitions, awards, events and closing remarks Robin Leaper |
Hosted by:
Abertay University is a public university in the city of Dundee. They offer a range of food science and technology courses.
Sponsored by:
Tiffin Scotland/PJ’s Sandwiches have been proudly serving Scotland since 1996. They achieved BRC Food Safety accreditation in 2003 and continue to produce high-quality food from their purpose built factory in Glasgow.
They supply a wide range of customers including schools, colleges, universities, the NHS, retail outlets, councils, and sporting venues. Their products include sandwiches, pasta salads, salad bowls, hospitality platters, and packed lunch bags. They are proud to source ingredients from Scottish suppliers, supporting local businesses and ensuring the best quality. They also focus on community benefits and sustainability, with ongoing work to reduce waste and promote healthy living.
In 2025, PJ’s Sandwiches became Tiffin Scotland, joining the Tiffin Sandwiches Group to bring fresh ideas and even more opportunities for growth across the nation.