Mary-Meda Odunsi

Food Science and Nutrition professional with a B.Sc. in Food Science, OND in Nutrition and Dietetics, and M.Sc. in Public Health, with experience in nutrition education, food and meal planning, client engagement, and health-focused communication. Experienced in educating individuals on healthy eating, balanced diets, food choices, meal planning, and sustainable lifestyle practices. Strong client-facing and interpersonal skills developed through teaching and food entrepreneurship, with practical experience understanding clients' needs, preferences, and requirements and providing appropriate food solutions.

Passionate about nutrition, wellness, health promotion, and helping individuals make practical and sustainable improvements to their eating habits and overall wellbeing.

Home Economics / Food & Nutrition Teacher at Plumbreed International School (2023-01 – 2026-12)

• Delivered structured lessons in Food & Nutrition and Home Economics, covering balanced diets, nutrients, meal planning, healthy eating, food preparation, hygiene, and healthy lifestyle practices.
• Educated learners on making informed food choices and developing sustainable healthy eating habits.
• Explained nutrition concepts in simple, practical, and engaging ways to individuals with different levels of understanding.
• Develop lesson plans and practical learning activities focused on nutrition, food choices, meal planning, and healthy living.
• Monitored learners' progress and provide individualized guidance and feedback based on their needs.
• Encouraged practical application of nutrition knowledge through menu planning, food preparation, and healthy food selection activities.
• Maintained effective communication with students, parents, colleagues, and school management.
• Demonstrated strong organization, documentation, interpersonal, and follow-up skills.

Founder / Food & Nutrition Entrepreneur at Medal Kitchen (2017-01 – Present)

• Managing direct relationships with clients, identifying their food preferences, requirements, budgets, and specific needs.
• Plans and coordinate food and meal options based on client requirements while considering food quality, preparation methods, portioning, and preferences.
• Communicates directly with clients throughout the order process to clarify requirements, provide appropriate recommendations, and ensure satisfaction.
• Provides practical guidance on food choices, preparation, and healthy eating where appropriate.
• Coordinates food sourcing, preparation, quality control, packaging, and delivery while maintaining food safety and hygiene standards.
• Following up with clients after delivery to obtain feedback and improve service quality.
• Managing multiple client requests and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and service quality.
• Building positive client relationships through effective communication, responsiveness, reliability, and personalized service.

Home Economics / Food & Nutrition Teacher at Covenant Child Academy (2019-01 – 2023-12)

• Taught Food & Nutrition and Home Economics, including balanced diets, nutrients, meal planning, food preparation, food safety, hygiene, and healthy lifestyle practices.
• Educated learners on appropriate food choices and the importance of balanced and varied diets.
• Designed practical nutrition and food-related activities to improve understanding and application of healthy eating principles.
• Assessed individual learning progress and provided appropriate support and feedback.
• Developed strong communication and interpersonal skills through continuous interaction with students, parents, and colleagues.

Home Economics / Food & Nutrition Teacher at Cedar Grows International School (2017-01 – 2019-12)

• Delivered Food & Nutrition and Home Economics lessons covering nutrition, food groups, meal planning, food preparation, hygiene, and healthy living.
• Used practical and learner-centred approaches to communicate nutrition concepts effectively.
• Prepared instructional materials and practical activities relating to food and nutrition.
• Assessed learners' understanding and provided individualized academic support.
• Promoted healthy eating habits and informed food choices through nutrition education.

Quality Assurance / Stock Keeping Intern at Nkatex Yoghurt Manufacturing Company (2014-04 – 2014-10)

• Supported quality assurance activities during yoghurt production in accordance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Participated in routine quality checks of raw materials, in-process products, and finished yoghurt products.
• Assisted with monitoring Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Hygiene Practices (GHP).
• Maintained quality and production records and supported proper documentation.
• Assisted with inventory monitoring and appropriate storage of food and packaging materials.
• Developed practical knowledge of food safety, hygiene, food quality, and contamination control.

Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Public Health – University of Lagos

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Food Science – University of Ilorin (2015-12)

Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in Nutrition & Dietetics – Federal Polytechnic, Bida