Trupti Kale Tarkar
Food stylist
Mumbai
Summary
Enthusiastic and detail-oriented Food Stylist with over two decades of experience in the food industry. Adept at creating visually stunning and appetizing food presentations for print media, packaging, films, commercials, cookbooks, and digital platforms. Known for a deep understanding of food science, creativity, and the ability to execute shoots seamlessly. Passionate about delivering exceptional results while mentoring teams and collaborating with clients to bring their vision to life.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Food Stylist
Trupti Food Styling
01.2008 - Current
- Company Overview: http://www.truptifoodstyling.com
- Freelancing as a Food Stylist and Chef Consultant for over a decade, specializing in print media, packaging, films, commercials, digital videos, restaurants, food shows, editorials, cookbooks, stop motion, high-speed videos, and TVCs
- Expertise in planning, organizing, sourcing, cooking, and presenting food to create visually tantalizing results
- Managed teams of assistant food stylists for various assignments
- Collaborated with photographers, creative heads, and clients to achieve desired outcomes
- Trained assistants in grocery shopping, maintaining organized workspaces, and executing food styling techniques
- Deployed innovative techniques to present aesthetically pleasing food without focusing on consumption
- Http://www.truptifoodstyling.com
Food Stylist & Chef Research
Khana Khazana - Chef Sanjeev Kapoor
01.2006 - 11.2008
- Worked as a Chef Research with Celebrity Chef Sanjeev Kapoor, developing, testing, and writing recipes
- Styled food for cookbooks and accompanied Chef Kapoor on live shows in India and abroad
- Researched and implemented food styling techniques for photography and video shoots
- Provided props and prepared food items for photo shoots in a timely manner
- Communicated culinary trends to editorial teams and contributed to recipe development for new book launches
Chef De Partie
The Taj Mahal Palace & Towers
02.2004 - 12.2006
- Part of the pre-opening team for Wasabi by Morimoto
- Planned daily menus, ensuring high standards of food preparation and presentation
- Supervised kitchen staff, maintained sanitation and safety standards, and mentored team members
- Collaborated with the Executive Chef to create banquet menus for large events, including weddings
- Prevented cross-contamination and ensured adherence to health codes
Education
High School Diploma -
Dr. D.Y. Patil College of Hotel Management
01.2000 - 01.2003
Skills
- Food Styling
- Recipe Development
- Team Management
- Client Servicing
- Culinary Trends Research
- Prop Sourcing
- Kitchen Operations
- Sanitation and Safety Standards
Additional Information
Authored recipe books for Tarla Dalal and Chef Sanjeev Kapoor., Contributed to editorials for Femina Magazine., Passionate about mentoring aspiring food stylists and sharing knowledge of food science and styling techniques.
Timeline
Food Stylist
Trupti Food Styling
01.2008 - Current
Food Stylist & Chef Research
Khana Khazana - Chef Sanjeev Kapoor
01.2006 - 11.2008
Chef De Partie
The Taj Mahal Palace & Towers
02.2004 - 12.2006
High School Diploma -
Dr. D.Y. Patil College of Hotel Management
01.2000 - 01.2003
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