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Food & Beverage Expert at Obsidian. Location Information: USA. This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more.. Role Description. Mercor is collaborating with a leading AI lab to engage . Food & Beverage experts . as independent contractors. You’ll turn real shopper briefs into clear, confident picks—pantry staples and specialty ingredients, cheese/charcuterie, coffee/tea, chocolate, and wine/beer/spirits—for a range of tastes, diets, and budgets. Your job is to make . great buys . obvious and explain . why . . This is short-term, project-based work with full flexibility to set your own hours.. We’re seeking buyer-facing curators—think the best associate at a specialty grocer, bottle shop, cheese counter, or café.. Key Responsibilities. Translate shopper needs (taste, diet/allergens, occasion, budget) into . well-justified recommendations . with links, prices, pros/cons, and “who this is for.” . Compare across price tiers and retailers; flag . value picks . and . premium standouts . and note availability/shipability. . Consider . dietary and authenticity cues . (e.g., vegan/halal/kosher, gluten-free/allergens, PDO/PGI/DOP, regional styles) and suggest smart substitutions. . Create buyer’s guides (weekday wine under $20, beginner espresso setup, cheeses for a picnic, gifts for home cooks). . Review and refine AI-suggested picks; correct gaps and add missing context. . Source from reputable retailers; avoid counterfeit/grey-market. . Qualifications. Hands-on, buyer-facing background: specialty grocery, cheese/charcuterie counter, wine/spirits retail, coffee/tea, category merchandising, or credible editorial/reviewer experience. . Serious enthusiasts with track records are also welcome . (e.g., wine / chocolate / cheese expert). . Ability to follow technical instructions with stellar written communication skills. . Practical judgment on diet/allergens, storage/shipping of perishables, and basic label literacy. . Nice to have: . sommelier . / . cicerone . / . barista . certifications; menu or pairing experience. . More About the Opportunity. Remote and asynchronous — work on your own schedule. . Flexible weekly commitment; project flow may vary. . Short-term and project-based, with potential for ongoing work. . You control your methods and schedule; Mercor support team available for inquiries. . Compensation & Contract Terms. $40–$80/hour (USD), depending on demonstrated expertise, education, and depth of work. . Payments for services rendered issued weekly via Stripe Connect. . Independent contractor classification; set your own hours. . Scope and rates may vary by project. . Application Process. Submit your resume to get started. . Complete a short 20-minute AI interview. . Optional: one-question form to highlight your expertise (especially useful for serious enthusiasts without direct professional experience). . Mercor will follow up with next steps based on project availability.