MEET THE TEAM

Rachael Weait
Rachael Weait
Director of People
Region: Global
Time Zone: GMT
Languages: English
Qualifications: BSc in Psychology, CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in Human Resources Management
LinkedIn: Rachael Weait
I joined FlavorActiV as a shipping administrator in 2013, and from 2016 to 2022, I had the privilege of leading our customer support team—an experience that taught me a great deal about our incredible products, our global customer base, and what “great service” really means in practice. Working so closely with a diverse and passionate international team motivated me to dive deeper into the people side of the business, reigniting a curiosity in people that had previously been sparked in Reading University where I attained a BSc in Psychology. Building on that previous knowledge with my hands on experience in FlavorActiV, I completed a CIPD Level 5 qualification in Human Resources Management. That learning journey now fuels my work as FlavorActiV’s Director of People, where I get to do what I love most: support, champion, and grow our amazing team. My goal is to make sure every FlavorActiV team member feels heard, supported, and empowered to bring their best—because when we thrive, so do our customers. We're a wonderfully multicultural, endlessly curious bunch, and I’m constantly surprised and inspired by the way we learn from one another (even if every casual drink somehow turns into a sensory profiling session!). When I’m not working, I love to bake and experiment with recipes (my tomato soup cake has found its way into office bake sales!) and I enjoy reading a good book – preferably whilst sipping a fresh cup of matcha.
GET TO KNOW Rachael Weait

What's the most interesting or rewarding challenge you've worked on?

The FlavorActiV team structure is incredibly unique and international. We have internationally based Global Sensory Managers offering local support around the world, who co-ordinate globally with each other and our UK operations teams to provide a consistent and high level customer experience. Our team's commitment to excellence and international co-ordination enables us to hold monthly internal training sessions, where we share industry knowledge and exchange skills and stories to keep us constantly learning and developing both as people, and professionals. This has built a rewarding environment fostering peer-to-peer growth that I have not seen outside of FlavorActiV - and we manage to do all that across 10 time zones!

What's a common myth or misconception about sensory science you'd love to bust?

That drinking beer at 11am is "the easiest job"! Developing your ability to detect off-notes and defects can be challenging and when the off-note is something like Butyric - quite unpleasant!

What excites you the most about your role at FlavorActiV?

Working with our team - we have an incredible array of passionate experts working with FlavorActiV and everyday I am inspired by those around me.

What's a food you could eat everyday and never get bored of?

Anything home baked - I love to try people's creations and I believe you can taste the love and time that's gone it - it makes it even more delicious.

QUICK FIRE

SWEET OR SAVOURY?

Sweet

WHAT'S YOUR GO TO DRINK?

Matcha by day, and margarita by night!

EARLY BIRD OR NIGHT OWL?

Night Owl

FAVOURITE SEASON?

The next one - I enjoy the variety.

FAVOURITE BOOK OR MOVIE?

It's a wonderful life

In action

NEWSLETTER SIGN UP

Receive the latest news, offers and sensory updates by signing up to our newsletter

This site is registered on wpml.org as a development site. Switch to a production site key to remove this banner.