botany
The taxonomy or classification of plant life, phylogeny and evolution, anatomy and morphology, and physiology.
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Botanicals specialists bring a deep knowledge in the science of plants and botanicals to the production of alcoholic beverages based on herbs. These professionals combine knowledge of flavour chemistry, biological sciences and technology process. They may operate botanical milling machines ensuring that the crushing process retains as much flavour and aroma as possible.
Competences and skills
18 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 3 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesvariety of botanicals
Principles of botanicals with a primary focus in herbaceous and annual plants in raw form.
Cross-sector
1 competencelaboratory-based sciences
Laboratory based sciences such as biology, chemistry, physics, integrated science or advanced laboratory science.
Essential skills and competences 9 competences
Occupation specific
2 competencescreate beverage recipes with botanicals
Creates recipes for beverages using the findings obtained from research in using botanicals, combinations, and potential usage for manufacturing commercial products.
tend botanical milling machines
Operate botanical milling machines using techniques that preserve their flavour and aroma.
Sector-specific
3 competencesanalyse samples of food and beverages
Examine if food or beverages are safe for human consumption. Verify the right levels of key ingredients and the correctness of the label declarations and the levels of nutrients present. Ensure samples of food and beverages comply to specific standards or procedures.
apply GMP
Apply regulations regarding manufacture of food and food safety compliance. Employ food safety procedures based on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
- Scope note
- There are countries that adopt their own national regulations such as the British standard and/or international ones as well: International Features Standards (IFS). In these cases, producers should comply with international standards also.
apply requirements concerning manufacturing of food and beverages
Apply and follow national, international, and internal requirements quoted in standards, regulations and other specifications related with manufacturing of food and beverages.
Cross-sector
4 competencesapply HACCP
Apply regulations regarding manufacture of food and food safety compliance. Employ food safety procedures based on Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP).
- Scope note
- There are countries that adopt their own national regulations such as the British standard and/or international ones as well: International Features Standards (IFS). In these cases, producers should comply with international standards also.
collect samples for analysis
Collect samples of materials or products for laboratory analysis.
- Scope note
- Follow the procedures required for the collection of materials and products for laboratory analysis.
examine production samples
Examine production samples visually or manually to verify properties such as clarity, cleanliness, consistency, humidity and texture.
perform sensory evaluation of food products
Evaluate the quality of a given type of food or beverage based on its appearance, smell, taste, aroma, and others. Suggest possible improvements and comparisons with other products.
Optional knowledge 3 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competenceseffects of pesticides in food raw materials
Different types of pesticides used for food raw materials to control proper use of those substances preserving main characteristics of products.
ingredient threats
Ingredients and potential risks which could damage humans, the flora and the fauna. Functions in ingredient formulas.
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Cross-sector
1 competencepercolation
The process of the slow movement of water in a porous medium. The movement of liquids filtering through porous materials or substance containing small holes in it.
Optional skills and competences 3 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
3 competencesanalyse work-related written reports
Read and comprehend job-related reports, analyse the content of reports and apply findings to daily work operations.
conduct extensive international travel
Conducting extensive travelling around the world to performing business related tasks.
write routine reports
Compose regular reports by writing clear observations on the monitored processes in a respective field.