Food Service QA Associate at Jimmy the Greek (2023-04 – Present)
- Prepared and served various foods, strictly adhering to Canadian Food Safety regulations.
- Showed strong dedication to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and maintained a tidy and hygienic work area with appropriate PPE use.
- Conducted internal inspections to check and control ideal storage temperatures for food and equipment.
- Oversaw inventory through strict FIFO (First-In, First-Out) stock rotation and meticulous record-keeping.
- Trained new hires on food preparation techniques, emphasizing quality and food safety standards.
- Resolved customer issues effectively, identifying root causes and implementing practical solution.
Science Teacher at Shree Lubra Basic School (2020-08 – 2022-06)
- Prepared engaging lectures to help students explore foundational and advanced topics.
- Assigned classwork and homework to enhance student understanding and study habits.
- Maintained open communication with student caregivers through parent-teacher conferences and student evaluations.
- Worked closely with fellow teachers and faculty teams to meet student needs.
Pilot Plant Experience at Conestoga College (2022-09 – 2023-04)
- Managed Sample Preparation, including hydration and stomaching of food matrices, for subsequent analysis.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Quantitative Microbiological Analysis by accurately performing Serial Dilutions and subsequent Plating for Bacteria Enumeration and Colony Counts.
- Conducted enumeration experiments using specific selective media, including E. coli plates, Coliform plates, Aerobic Total Count (TC) methods, and anaerobic culture techniques for indicator organisms.
- Applied Microscopy and Staining techniques, including the Gram Stain procedure, for initial morphological characterization and presumptive identification of bacterial isolates.
- Technique protocols, including sterile media preparation, serial transfers, and working under laminar flow/biosafety cabinets, ensuring zero cross-contamination.
- Developed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs) for core processes.
- Prepared a comprehensive HACCP plan for Ready-To-Eat (RTE) baked cookies, demonstrating in-depth knowledge of hazard analysis, CCPs, and verification procedures.
Laboratory Experience at Acharya Bangalore B School (2016-08 – 2019-06)
Bachelor of Applied Science (Biotechnology, Biochemistry and Genetics)
- Enzyme Kinetics, Metabolism, Protein Structure, Biochemical Pathways
- Extraction of DNA and study genome sequencing
- PCR, DNA Sequencing, Cloning, Gene Editing, Recombinant DNA Technology
- Pipetting, Gel Electrophoresis, Chromatography, Spectrophotometry
- Adherence to SOPs, efficient record keeping, working aseptically and correct use of micropipettes.
- Testing of samples using various techniques like ELISA, radial immunodiffusion, and microarrays.
- Small Scale production and fermentation of grape wine.
