Chenelle Mary Pereira
South Goa
Summary
Aspiring Food Technologist with a solid food science, technology, and nutrition foundation. Eager to apply my academic knowledge and technical skills to contribute to innovative food product development, quality assurance, and safety standards in a forward-thinking organization. Also, to build expertise in the various aspects of food manufacturing, production, storage, supply chain, and quality control.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
Coelho Industries (Festa)
Goa
11.2023 - 12.2023
- As part of the M.Sc degree, completed an internship program with Coelho Industries, to gain hands-on experience in understanding the process of the different types of meat and snack products being manufactured at the factory.
- Responsibilities and duties assigned included conducting research on industry trends, market demand, and competitor products, as well as assisting in monitoring and maintaining the quality standards for raw materials and finished products.
- Participated in quality control procedures, gaining insights into the rigorous standards required.
- Gained knowledge on food safety, quality control, principles of HACCP, packaging and labeling
- Contributed to a new product development initiative - Vegan Cocktail Sausages, and assisted in testing and evaluating new ingredients, formulations and processes.
Intern
Vimta Labs Ltd.
Hyderabad
01.2022 - 04.2022
- As part of the B.SC degree program, completed an internship program with Vimta Labs Ltd., doing a project on "Nutritional Analysis of Alcoholic and Non-Alcoholic Beverages" which included the testing of quality parameters.
- Gained knowledge on Laboratory Techniques and Procedures, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Quality Management System (QMS), compliance, regulatory procedures, auditing, food safety regulations such as HACCP, FDA, and USDA guidelines.
- Developed understanding on operating and maintaining laboratory instruments and equipment, lab safety and handling hazardous materials
- Assisted with data analysis, laboratory information management, and reporting
Education
Master of Science - Food Technology
Carmel College
Nuvem, GA06-2024
Bachelor of Science - Food Technology And Management
Loyola Academy (Degree & PG College)
Hyderabad, TG06-2022
Class XII (BiPC) -
Loyola Academy Jr. College
Hyderabad, TG04-2019
Class X -
Ivy League Academy
Hyderabad, TG06-2017
Skills
Scientific and Technical Skills
- Nutritional Assessment and Planning
- Beverage Formulation and Quality Control
- Microbial Analysis and Preservation Methods
- Food Product Development
- Quality Control and Assurance
- Laboratory Analysis and Techniques
- Food Safety Regulations (HACCP, GMP)
- Sensory Evaluation and Flavour Analysis
Analytical Skills
- Laboratory Techniques
- Data Analysis and Interpretation
- Statistical Analysis (using tools like Excel, SPSS)
- Quality Control and Safety Standards (HACCP, GMP)
Project Management
- Research Methodology
- Project Planning and Execution
- Time Management
- Resource Allocation
Soft Skills
- Technical Writing and Reporting
- Strong Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Presentation Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Project Management
Computer Skills
- Data Analysis Software (Excel, SPSS)
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Suite
- HubSpot
Industry Knowledge
- Food Safety Regulations and Laws
- Market Trends and Consumer Preferences
- Sustainable Practices in Food Production
Projects and research
- Master's Thesis: "Development of Aloe Vera-based Edible Coating for the Preservation of Chicken Meat using Citrus peel Extracts"
- Bachelor's Project: "Nutritional Analysis of Alcoholic and Non-Alcoholic Beverages"
Accomplishments
- Attended the "Goa Food Processing Conference, 2023" by Goa State Development Council
- Attended Webinar on “Eat Right Webinar Series: The New Era of Eat Right Culture, 2021” – Loyola College, Chennai
- Participated in “Food Tech Expo”, at Loyola Academy, Hyderabad in 2021
- Attended Webinar on “Impact of COVID-19 on Food Industry - Our Actions are Our Future, 2020” – Loyola Academy, Hyderabad
- Attended International Conference on “Current Research and Approaches in Food Technology, 2020” – Osmania University, Hyderabad
- Won 1st place for “Food Additives” during Food-Nutri-Tech Expo, 2019
Certifications and Online Courses
- ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management System (Online Course)
- Get to Know Your Food: Claims, Labels & Ingredients (Online Course)
- NPTEL Course on Developing Soft Skills and Personality
- FoSTaC Training on Basic Manufacturing & COVID (Conducted by Centre for Food & Water Technology)
Timeline
Intern
Coelho Industries (Festa)
11.2023 - 12.2023
Intern
Vimta Labs Ltd.
01.2022 - 04.2022
Master of Science - Food Technology
Carmel College
Bachelor of Science - Food Technology And Management
Loyola Academy (Degree & PG College)
Class XII (BiPC) -
Loyola Academy Jr. College
Class X -
Ivy League Academy
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