Namrata Dewani

Quality Assurance professional with hands-on experience in food manufacturing, SQF and HACCP program implementation, and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in conducting internal and external audits, maintaining traceability documentation, overseeing sanitation programs, and ensuring food safety standards in fast-paced production environments. Committed to upholding the highest quality and safety standards.

Quality Assurance Co-op - Arla Foods - Vaughan, ON

(2025-05 - 2025-08)

• Implemented and maintained SQF and HACCP programs, including validation and verification of food safety procedures
• Conducted GMP audits and verified sanitation and hygiene compliance across production areas
• Served as a key participant in internal and external audits, including SQF audits, ensuring audit readiness at all times
• Reviewed, verified, and maintained food safety and quality records for regulatory compliance and industry standards
• Verified metal detection systems and maintained traceability documentation
• Performed microbiological and chemical testing on food and environmental samples
• Executed temperature and transport validation to ensure cold chain integrity
• Led supercooler validation for a new product, ensuring temperature stability and quality compliance
• Contributed to Nutrition Facts Table (NFT) verification and labelling accuracy

Research Assistant – Food Safety & Innovation - Food and Beverage Innovation Centre, Niagara College - ON

(2023-12 - 2024-04)

• Ensured compliance with food safety regulations and industry standards throughout all product development stages
• Supported scale-up and process optimization, enhancing production efficiency and food safety alignment
• Conducted and analyzed sensory evaluations, delivering actionable insights for product quality improvement
• Developed Nutrition Facts Tables (NFT) using formulation data and ingredient specifications
• Led product formulation and optimization, driving improvements in quality and functionality

Sensory Lab Assistant - Niagara College - Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON

(2024-09 - 2024-12)

• Performed sensory evaluation of wine and beer products including flavour, aroma, and mouthfeel profiles
• Collected sensory data to provide insights on product quality and consumer perception
• Ensured all sensory testing activities adhered to food safety and compliance standards

Chef / Kitchen Lead - Southbrook Vineyards - Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON

(2025-09 - 2026-03)

• Managed full kitchen operations including prep, plating, and inventory in a fast-paced production environment
• Maintained high food safety and quality standards in all kitchen activities
• Developed seasonal dishes and wine-paired menus aligned with product flavour profiles

Oven Chef - Earl's Kitchen & Bar - Vaughan and Mississauga, ON

(2023-02 - 2025-04)

• Maintained high-quality food production under HACCP regulatory standards
• Created and refined recipes for new product launches, ensuring consistency and safety compliance

Lead Scientist – Food Preservation Technology - Pandit Deendayal Energy University - Gujarat, India

(2021-09 - 2022-01)

• Leveraged IR and photo radiation technologies to improve shelf life and quality of fruits, vegetables, and grains
• Designed, executed, and analyzed food preservation trials, optimizing parameters and documenting findings

Advanced Diploma - Culinary Innovation and Food Technology - Niagara College (2023-09 - 2026-04)

Sous Chef Diploma - Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts School of Ontario (2022-09 - 2023-05)

B.Sc. - Physics - Pandit Deendayal Energy University (PDEU) (2017-06 - 2021-05)