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Food Technologist

Average Mid-Career Food Technologist with Process Improvement Skills Salary in South Africa

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R337,489
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 235k
MEDIAN
ZAR 337k
75%
ZAR 496k

The average salary for a Food Technologist is R337,489 in 2025

Base Salary
R235k - R496k
Bonus
R0 - R20k
Total Pay
R109k - R507k
Based on 10 salary profiles (last updated Jul 12 2024)
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Common Health Benefits for a Food Technologist

Medical
22%
None
78%

Gender Breakdown for Food Technologists

Female
50.0%
Male
50.0%
This data is based on 8 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Food Technologists

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How can Food Technologists increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Food Technologist is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Food Technologist that oversees more junior Food Technologists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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