Simon Valenzuela

Assisted and conducted product development trials and formulations for comminuted meat products on-site Assisted in costing, purchasing, and supplier engagement for MSMEs Provided on-site cGMP training for MSMEs

Junior Food Technologist - Food Technology Center

(2026-02)

• Assisted and conducted product development trials and formulations for comminuted meat products on-site
• Assisted in costing, purchasing, and supplier engagement for MSMEs
• Provided on-site cGMP training for MSMEs
• Conducted small scale sensory evaluation experiments for comminuted meat products
• Produced operation manuals for small business start-ups

Cold Kitchen Intern, Habit Food Group South Triangle - Habit Food Group

(2025-05 - 2025-08)

• Prepared salads, wraps and drinks from preparation to assembly
• Maintained cleanliness through regular housekeeping and compliance to sanitation protocols
• Ensured proper storage and labelling of ingredients

Academic Tutor - Freelance - Online and F2F

(2022-05)

• Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions through physical and online platforms
• Developed lesson plans based on students' curriculums
• Assisted Students with assignment exam preparation and study techniques using relevant presentations, sample exams and handouts

Co-Founder, President - UP Roundnet Organization for Advancement and Recreation (UP ROAR)

(2023-09)

• Initiated social media strategy and production and design of publicity materials for facebook and instagram which increased engagement ~ 200%
• Assisted in conducting in University interclass competitions for students through tournament management and officiation
• Hosted a roundnet tournament for 16 participants under the beginner category which grossed P10,000 from registration, and merchandise sales
• Hosts regular roundnet open play for public and university students

Member - UP GRIP

(2024-07 - 2025-03)

• Officiated for interclass tournaments for Sports Climbing (Top Rope) PE takers in UP Diliman
• Assisted in belaying and teaching basics and safety protocols for Sports Climbing PE (UPD) takers
• Provided belaying services for pop-up events hosted by Power-UP T.Sora

Member - UP Tabletop

(2023-02)

• Provided coaching services for board game related events for children and during board game conventions
• Provided game coaching services for All Aboard Expo 2025 and 2026
• Conducted membership training for 30+ applicants
• Hosted open to all gamedays for the local boardgame community

Member - UP Mining, Metallurgical, and Materials Engineering Association Inc. (UP 49ers)

(2021-05)

• Co-Headed the National Mining Metallurgical and Materials Engineering Summit (2023) for over 300 participants
• Oversaw the preparation of programs, and technical aspects of the online event through conceptualization, script writing, scouting speakers, OBS management, and day-of event coordination
• Headed the technicals committee of the National Mining Metallurgical and Materials Engineering Summit (2022), through the provision of OBS management and scriptwriting
• Provided introduction to freshies, shiftees, and transferees (FSTs) in the UP Department of Mining, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering through the conduct of a month long Freshie Initiative which aimed to spark camaraderie and fellowship among incoming FSTs

Bachelor of Science - Food Technology - University of the Philippines Diliman (2028-07)

High School Diploma - University of the Philippines Integrated School