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Food Safety

Los Angeles, CA

$200.0/min 5.0 33 $3.33/min

Food industry consultant working with startups and turnarounds. Full product commercialization assistance, general food tech operations, scale-up, supply chain, cold chain, production processes, food safety, FDA and USDA labeling. Should you setup your own manufacturing or use a co-packer? I can help you answer key questions. Expertise in manufacturing under FDA/USDA/Organic guidelines multi-building complexes as large as 300K sqft. Product expertise covers Read-to-Eat, Ready-to-Cook, beverage items from juice to tea, home replacement meals, salsa, salad, fresh cut fruit, poultry, beef, pork, pasta, grains, dressing, dip, soup, and sauce. Formerly the Director of Operations and Supply Chain for the startup of FreshDish.com, offering home delivered pre-prepped meal kits. Manufacturing Operations/R&D/Continuous Improvement (certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt) for the startup of Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Markets, a regional small format grocery chain, vertically integrated with wholly owned manufacturing. Operations Manager for The Stuffed Bagel, a retail and wholesale bakery located in southern California. Keywords: Ready to Eat Meals, Ready to Cook, Food Manufacturing, Food Manufacturers, USDA, FDA, Organic, Vertical Integration, Food Safety, Food Regulations, HACCP, GMPs, Fresh Cut Fruit, Beverages, Juice, Tea, Coffee, Cold Chain, Continuous Improvement, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Startups, Commercialization, Turnaround Change Agent.

Sonia M Kazarova

Los Angeles

$100.0/min N/A 0 $1.67/min

2008- Present Founder & CEO Gluten Free Goddess Global CEO Gluten Free Goddess Bakery USA 2001-2003 Glaceau Vitamin Water Vitamin Water and Smart Water Marketing and Sales 2003-2006 Coca-Cola Corporation Coke Zero Diet Coke with Lemon Olympic Torch Relay Director Brand Activation 1996-2000 Anheuser Busch Budweiser Budweiser Brand Model & Program Lead

ERICA SHEWARD

France

$100.0/min N/A 0 $1.67/min

Strategic advisor | Former GFSI Director | Speaker & writer. Expert in food safety, leadership, and stakeholder engagement. Consultant for businesses, non profits & global initiatives. Passionate about impact-driven solutions.

Laura Arias

Bogota, Colombia

$120.0/min N/A 0 $2/min

I’m a passionate flavor chemist dedicated to crafting unforgettable taste experiences. With a deep expertise in developing and optimizing savory and snack products, I thrive on helping brands and entrepreneurs bring their flavor visions to life. Having worked in the food and beverage industry, I specialize in enhancing flavor profiles, refining formulations, and aligning products with emerging market trends. I can help you with: ✅ Flavor selection and technologies for savory products and snacks. ✅ Optimization of formulations to improve sensory profile and differentiation. ✅ Insights on flavor trends and how to apply them to your product. ✅ Guidance for professionals looking to enter the flavor industry. If you're looking for expert advice to elevate your product’s taste and market appeal, book a call with me—let’s create something extraordinary!

Wael Iskander

cairo

$60.0/min N/A 0 $1/min

Education: • Strategy Execution Diploma, Harvard Business School • Leading with Finance Diploma, Harvard Business School • Masters Postgraduate Certificate in Safety, Risk & Reliability Engineering, Heriot Watt University, UK (Accredited by IOSH), Grad IOSH (in progress for CMIOSH) • Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering, University of Greenwich, London, 2008 Minor: Business Administration, Management • ISO 45001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & ISO 22001 Awareness & Internal Audit courses Work Experience: • Head of Compliance, Quality & Safety Leeds Group, Sky Investments Egypt Jan 2022 - Present • Director of Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts Egypt Oct 2018 – Jan 2022 • Managing Director Guarddi April 2017 – October 2018 • Regional Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental Manager (MENA) Majid Al Futtaim Dec 2013 – April 2017 • Health, Safety, and Environmental Manager PepsiCo June 2011 – Dec 2013 • WS Field Engineer CTS Schlumberger July 2010 – June 2011 • Quality Control & Safety Engineer SGS (Société Générale de Surveillance) June 2009 – April 2010 • Project/Product Engineer CLARCOR Inc., Cincinnati, OH, USA September 2008 - April 2009 Skills: • Strategic planning and execution • Compliance and regulatory expertise • Risk management and safety leadership • Business development and project management • ISO accreditation and quality assurance • Team leadership and mentorship • Data analysis and reporting • Strong communication and negotiation skills • Proficient in Autodesk Inventor, CAD/CAM, AutoCAD, MAT Lab, C++, Microsoft Office Suite Language Skills: Fluent in English and Arabic. Summary of Qualifications: An accomplished executive with a proven track record of driving operational excellence and fostering a culture of safety and quality across diverse industries. Expertise in strategic planning, regulatory compliance, and risk management. A results-oriented leader with strong communication skills and a commitment to delivering tangible results.

Shadrack J Blaise

Greensboro, NC

$100.0/min N/A 0 $1.67/min

I'm Chef Blaise. As the oldest of three sons, both my parents worked a lot and one of the ways to spend time with him was to cook. Sometime after high school, I decided to take this seriously, I went to Culinary School and cooked at several places. I began to work and travel shortly after. I've been to Alaska, Washington, California, Hawaii just to name a few. After doing this for 17 years, I've picked up quite a bit from all of the people I have cooked alongside and I'm happy to share it with you.

Linda Minkow

Atlanta, GA

$100.0/min N/A 0 $1.67/min

Certified Food Scientist. Kosher Certification Expert. Food Microbiologist. Problem Solver.

Dushyant Singh

New Delhi, India

$60.0/min N/A 0 $1/min

With nearly 3 years of experience in the tech industry, I specialize in marketing, business analysis and advanced SQL. I’m committed to providing comprehensive solutions that enhance operational efficiency and quality. I hold an MBA in International Business from NIFTEM (National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management). Outside of work, I'm a national football player, painter, and sketch artist. I bring a unique blend of analytical thinking and creativity to everything I do. Let's connect if you're seeking guidance on IT strategies or need inspiration from my journey in sports and art!

Maheem Shakeel

Karachi ,Pakistan

$60.0/min N/A 0 $1/min

I am a dedicated Food Technologist with 2 years of experience as an R&D Executive in the food industry. My expertise lies in product development, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance. I specialize in creating innovative food products, optimizing formulations, and ensuring adherence to food safety standards. Whether you’re a startup looking to develop a new product, improve existing formulations, or navigate food regulations, I can provide practical solutions and expert guidance tailored to your needs. Let’s work together to bring your food innovation to life!

Esam ALBADWI

Sana'a, Yemen

$60.0/min N/A 0 $1/min

An Executive Manager with 17 years of experience. Interested in serving clients elaborately and get happy and satisfied clients.

T K

97206

$300.0/min N/A 0 $5/min

Risk & Implementation Consultant | Strategic Project Risk Manager Driving operational resilience, enforcing compliance, and mitigating financial exposure TKE75 is a Strategic Project Risk Manager with expertise in electrical automation, IOQ processes, and AI-driven operations. Post-COVID-19, TKE75 expanded into advanced risk management, integrating QA/QC protocols and AI-powered oversight to reduce financial risk, enforce vendor accountability, and optimize efficiency. Trained through OSHA , FSMA, FEMA, WHO, 360 Training, NAVEX Global, and IFSQN, with experience implementing ISO and SEMI standards. Prevents chargebacks, cost overruns, and compliance failures using IOQ validation, real-time tracking, and audit controls. A trusted advisor to executive leadership, aligning risk strategies with business goals while driving loss prevention, regulatory compliance, and resilient project execution across regions.

Johny Rocket

Lahore,Pakistan

$60.0/min N/A 0 $1/min

1 year of experience as a Content creator, 2 years of experience in Proof Reading and digital marketing. Worked as a remote job in one of the top MNC of USA. Worked in Microsoft Powerpoint, Word and Excel for content creation and for some business projects.

Maria Lovella Emit Cardoza

Cebu Philippines

$100.0/min N/A 0 $1.67/min

Hi, as a good adviser, one should be a good listener first... Message me, let's talk! I'm here for you!

Naeem Halim

Gujarat, India

$100.0/min N/A 0 $1.67/min

Founder of Taqmeer Foods LLP, Founder of Clean Cheat LLP, Multiple entrepreneur, Food guru, weirdly good at life and relationship advice.

Ndukwe Ifeanyi

Lagos, Nigeria

$100.0/min N/A 0 $1.67/min

*Ndukwe Ifeanyi *Finance Advisory Expert* *Years of Experience: 4 *Areas of Expertise: - Financial Planning and Strategy - Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management - Risk Management and Mitigation - Financial Markets and Economic Trends - Wealth Management and Asset Allocation *Achievements:* - Provided expert financial guidance to individuals, businesses, and organizations, resulting in significant growth and profitability - Developed and implemented effective financial strategies, improving financial performance and reducing risk - Built a strong network of professional relationships with financial institutions, investors, a *Skills:* - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills - Strong communication and interpersonal skills - Proficient in financial modeling, data analysis, and market research - Ability to stay up-to-date with industry trends and develop

Michael Mcgee

$100.0/min N/A 0 $1.67/min

Creator of LowSpeedFilms. Let me Teach you about a variety of things. A jack of all trades and a master of none is always better than a master of one. -

Christina Filippaiou

Athens, Attica, Greece

$60.0/min N/A 0 $1/min

Hi! Food science graduate certified in gut health, food psychology, preservatives, and nutrition. I offer evidence-based guidance for informed food choices and well-being. With sales assistant experience and a personal journey with ADHD and depression, I provide empathetic, practical advice. Let’s connect! In my free time learning all the languages possible!! Fluent in: Greek, English, French, Korean Learning: German, Russian

Rajkumar Nandakumar

England

$100.0/min N/A 0 $1.67/min

Dedicated food scientist with over a decade of expertise in research and industrial applications, specializing in nut butters, bars, vegan plant-based products, and restaurant solutions. Based in the UK, I am passionate about assisting startup companies and industries in overcoming their challenges to seamlessly enter the competitive food market. If you're facing hurdles in food manufacturing, regardless of your location, feel free to reach out—I'm here to help you find innovative solutions and pave the way for your success. Let's turn your ideas into delectable realities! I am also happy to extend my expertise to companies in India.

Boma Rogers

Nigeria

$60.0/min N/A 0 $1/min

Founder BHoB registered since 2019 Nebosh certified Genetecist and Biotechnologist Several certificates in digital branding and public speaking

kanchan B

Mysore Karnataka India

$60.0/min N/A 0 $1/min

As a NGO worker I am a expert in conducting programs for people of all ages especially in the subjects education psychology and women's health and nutrition.

Stacy Husman

Sioux Falls, SD, USA

$100.0/min N/A 0 $1.67/min

I have experience in policy, procedures and implementation. I know regulatory requirements and how to implement programs.

Black Panter

$100.0/min N/A 0 $1.67/min

ACCURACY  Recognize the importance of accuracy  Perform with a high degree of accuracy  Perform with consistent accuracy  Achieve results with accuracy and precision  Maintain high statistical accuracy  Expect perfection  Strive for perfection  Excel in achieving perfection Achieve optimal levels of personal performance and accomplishment  Provide strong evidence of specific accomplishments COMMUNICATIVE SKILLS  Excel in effective and positive communications  Communicate openly, forcefully and effectively  Communicate clearly and concisely  Communicate with credibility and confidence  Communicate high expectations  Improve the effectiveness of communications and interactions with others

Mweemba Sichilima

$60.0/min N/A 0 $1/min

Food Technology Specialist at Kalene Hills Fruit Company, Zambian Agricultural/Food Value Chain Specialist, Green Energy and Economics Enthusiast

Mosab Jabari

$100.0/min N/A 0 $1.67/min

Experienced Quality Professional With Exposure to Food Production Industry. Skilled In Quality Assurance and Research and Development of Food Products. Moreover, I have a deep and applicable knowledge of Nutrition and Dieting.

Mouad Ajerd

RABAT

$60.0/min N/A 0 $1/min

The art and science of asking questions is the source of all knowledge.The aim of education is the knowledge, not of facts, but of values. And this CROP PROTECTION ENGINEER profile you're scrolling into is one of the best ( If not the best ) in the Market, not of Agriculture, but the whole Combined Universe of MARKETING - FARMING - ENGINEERING.

Sharlene Williams

London

$60.0/min N/A 0 $1/min

Food Business nominated for two business awards Food Business voted Top 100 London Street Food Vendors Food business invited to all major UK events including SW4, Global Gathering, Carnival & many many more Significant experience in importing products from China for retail on and offline Significant experience in utilizing Facebook for customer discovery, MVP testing and promotion Featured in numerous Magazines, TV shows & other press Business been through Tech accelerator in San Francisco

Pierre-Marc Cardinal

Montreal

$120.0/min N/A 0 $2/min

Founder of Toques Marketing restaurant and food services consulting firm. In business since 2010, I've been helping small, medium and big size business in the restaurant industrie. My specialities are based on restaurant marketing tactic , sales approaches, operation optimisation, POS system optimisation, data analysis and business processes. Consulting and problem solving in french, english and spanish.

Chris Buechler

Birmingham, AL

$400.0/min N/A 0 $6.67/min

Helping food distribution/processing companies get more efficient; which usually double/triples the top and bottom lines. I have developed a custom software & hardware suite over the past 20 years which runs in every part of a food business (Sales, Web Order Entry, Production Control, Purchasing, CRM, Human Resources, Warehouse Management, AR, AP, General Ledger, etc). The solution can be implemented in less than 90 days. It works in companies with a million dollars in sales and it works in companies with hundreds of millions in sales. Web site: http://www.eicsoftware.com Email: chris@eicsoftware.com Food Automation Specialties: - Meat Processing (Pork / Beef / Specialty Meats) - Poultry (cutting operations and tenders/nuggets/etc) - Gourmet Food - Flavors / Ingredients - Production accounting - Vegan/Organic - Produce - Wine / Beer Distribution - Catering Companies, - Specialty Food - Grocery Distribution - Baked Good Production & Distribution - Cash & Carry Operations - Warehouse Automation - Coffee / Tea Production & Distribution - and many other food niches.

Joanna Ruckenstein

Montreal, Canada

$100.0/min N/A 0 $1.67/min

Pro chef for 22 years, Muay Thai & Dance Addict, Meeting people around the world through speaking their language, learning the national dish, love paying it forward. Founder of Joannaruckenstein.com, and 20 Dreams For 2015, a doc. about chasing dreams no matter what!

Ted Deptula

Lewes, DE

$100.0/min N/A 0 $1.67/min

Culinary Director for a Hospitality Group specializing in experiential dining. Worked in the industry for over 20 years, Executive Chef for 10+ years. Expertise in operational efficiencies, recipe design, restaurant management software, point of sale systems, and new kitchen design and construction.

sean kling

Telford Pa

$200.0/min N/A 0 $3.33/min

The mission of SPK Training & Compliance is to educate workers of America on Federal Standards, primarily through classroom or workplace training and certification. We strive for a better understanding of safety and to provide a healthy and safe work environment for all employees. Our pledge is to establish lasting relationships with our customers by exceeding their expectations and gaining their trust through exceptional performance by every member of our team. We are committed to providing the highest level of professionalism, service response, and quality training. We value the importance of our relationships and will continue to remain fair and true in our dealings with all employees, clients, vendors, and partners. Our clients count on our dependability, our drive, and our integrity. SPK Training and Compliance is ranked among the number one training and consulting firms in the United States. We are located in Pennsylvania and we offer an array of safety trainings as well as safety equipment sales, risk assessment, Safety and Health written programs, helpful audits and much more! We offer OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 hour classes at our location or yours. Learn American Heart Association CPR with us! Our staff consists of consultants who are highly trained in the world of Pharmaceuticals, Food and Medical fields. We are OSHA Authorized General Industry Outreach Instructors and offer individual safety training as well as for business's.

IYERIFAMA EDWIN OWUJIE

Ajah, Lagos

$100.0/min N/A 0 $1.67/min

OWUJIE IYERIFAMA EDWIN Nigerian entrepreneur. Public Health/ Volunteer for Hope for us charity organization, Giveback Nigeria, Formal Safety Officer at Ministry of Health, Abakaliki. Real Estate consultant at PWAN

Richard Kress

$200.0/min N/A 2 $3.33/min

An expert international business professional, tested and skilled in the fast paced international business arena. A veteran of new market entry and start-ups, international production and operations, and international selling and business. Extensive international food and ingredients international market development knowledge in Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and South America. I know and have worked with many major Companies including: SPC Korea, (Paris Croissant, Paris Baguette, Dunkin Korea) the CJ Group (Tous Les Jours), COSTCO Korea, Shilla Bakery, Shanny Corp, Samlip, E-Mart Ito Yokado (7-11 Japan), Wal-Mart Japan, and many others. World-wide I have worked with: the Jubilant Group in India (Domino's India), 7-11, Dunkin Dubai, Dunkin Qatar, Croissant de France (China), Dunkin Philippines, Dunkin Indonesia, Kerry Ingredients Thailand, Kerry Ingredients Australia, CSM (Holland), Puratos (Belgium) and Dawn Foods Europe. Most recently, I was the Manager for International Operations Asia at Dunkin Brands (Dunkin Donuts). TECHNICAL EXPERTISE International Sales & Management ▪ International Food and Ingredient Products and Markets ▪ Bakery ▪ ▪ Capital Equipment Sales ▪ Strategic Planning ▪ International Franchise Development ▪ Key Account Management ▪ Industrial Manufacturing ▪ Quality Assurance ▪ Sales Team Mentoring and Management ▪ Multicultural Literacy ▪ Product Localization ▪ Emerging Markets ▪ Product Research and Development INTERNATIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE Australia, Chile, China, Columbia, England, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Russia, Singapore, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand and the UAE

Alvin Kaga

DAR ES SALAAM-TANZANIA

$150.0/min N/A 0 $2.5/min

I help people with all health issues and doubts that they have been struggling to manage and provide counseling, advise, clarity to open mindset of health management, etc CALL ME If you want to learn: How to lose weight How to monitor your diet How to control and manage diabetes ( all types ) Which exercises to do to be fit Manage stress and anxiety I have been providing all these services to my patients and many more at all times and my results will be clarified here at clarity. SO,.....DO NOT HESITATE.

Jason Smith

Boston, MA

$60.0/min N/A 0 $1/min

Former Head Chef of Adventure Pub, Pastry Chef for Pennypackers Fine Foods, Creator of the Podcast KitchenQuest

Pat Armitage

Ireland

$100.0/min N/A 0 $1.67/min

Studied culinary arts, went on to manage numerous F&B departments as well as active roles as Executive chef. Opened, operated & sold restaurants. Currently owner & operator of a speciality food production company.

Lukman Akintunde

Lagos, Nigeria

$100.0/min N/A 0 $1.67/min

Maintenance, Heath and Safety, Quality Management Professional. Pioneer committee member Behaviour Based Safety @ Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company. Member and advocate of LOcHER Project (Learning Occupational Health by Experiencing Risks). Member project team that installed Nitro-HotFill Line @ Ikeja Plant (Africa biggest Coca-Cola Plant) of Nigerian Bottling Company. Determine potential of training program for future needs of organization with the capability development team.

Bhavana Thapa

United Arab Emirates Dubai

$60.0/min N/A 0 $1/min

Food and beverage specialist, Northern Indian expert, Hotelier, Photography passionate.

Danielle Todesco

Sorocaba, brazil

$100.0/min N/A 0 $1.67/min

Passion for writing, experienced in retail sales and adept at healthy eating. Love to cook in my free time.

Ian Kvam

Williston, VT

$150.0/min N/A 0 $2.5/min

Food and Beverage Director. Restaurant General Manager. Creates operational efficiencies. Strong financial acumen. Team building and team leadership.

Daniele Pugliesi

Brescia

$200.0/min N/A 0 $3.33/min

Expert in CE marking of machinery, assembly of machinery, electrical and electronic equipment, occupational safety, health and safety risks evaluation and mitigation.

Alexander Bromage

Frisco TX

$120.0/min N/A 0 $2/min

Over 15 years experience in the food and pharmaceutical industries working with production, quality management, lean, TPM, problem solving and other areas. I am passionate about helping startups and always over deliver.

Douw-Steyn Lessing

Mossel Bay, South Africa

$60.0/min N/A 0 $1/min

Hands on experience with all processes involved in raising livestock on large scale, slaughtering and marketing of meat products.

Bryan Le

Sequim, Washington

$150.0/min N/A 0 $2.5/min

Food Scientist, Storyteller, Consultant. Author of 150 Food Science Questions Answered. Working with Plant Perks, Stratix Labs, TurtleTree and ZoomEssence. Visit me at www.bryanquocle.com

Ramiro Barroso

Sussex, NJ

$100.0/min N/A 0 $1.67/min

Professionally Trained Food Safety Manager. Certified in GMP, HACCP, PCQI, and GFSI Auditing Schemes.

Modesta Ferreira

UK - Belfast

$500.0/min N/A 0 $8.33/min

Poultry manufacturing-primary and prepared foods expert with extensive experience and knowledge , can help from running production,managing, HR advice, welfare,KPIs, audit advice ect

Jonathan Wantz

Los Angeles, CA

$150.0/min N/A 0 $2.5/min

General Manager at Golden Road Brewing, a 50k sft indoor/outdoor brewpub experience located in Southern California. A 12 year operator with expertise in advanced food service analytics, P&Ls, inventory management and staff training.

Jesus Gless

Culiacan. Sinaloa

$60.0/min N/A 0 $1/min

Chef on board of cruises, sous chef of south asian-tex-mex food. Always interested on changing the bad habits in to the kitchens. On the way to make a sistem taking care of the healtyness in the kitchen.

Michael Mulligan

Atlanta Ga

$200.0/min N/A 0 $3.33/min

MICHAEL MULLIGAN Executive chef oyster bar Atlanta Ga, Step by step tips ingredients & meal advisor, walk you through your favorite dish, Let's talk food.

Samantha Curry

Des Moines, IA

$60.0/min N/A 0 $1/min

CEO and owner of LemonTree Delivery Manager of seafood restaurant for 2 years 10+ years in FOH and BOH experience