Dynamic Food Product Developer with expertise in innovative product creation at Lead Unique Ventures Limited. Proven ability in ingredient sourcing and food safety regulations, complemented by strong teamwork and problem-solving skills. Successfully empowered low-income women through sustainable food processing initiatives, enhancing community engagement and product quality.
➢ Respond effectively to both internal and customer briefs in the development of
innovative and commercially acceptable products.
➢ Researching new ideas and keeping up with the latest trends within food consumption and manufacturing processes.
➢ Support the creative evolution of product from initial concept to delivered goods in line with the market trends and demands.
➢ Preparation & Cooking of Products for Internal Tasting Sessions.
➢ Preparation & make up of recipes in the kitchen within strict recipe specifications.
➢ Plan and prepare customer samples, including ordering ingredients and arranging transportation.
➢ Follow strict food safety, health and safety and quality control practices within the scope of the above activities.
➢ Cleaning and maintenance of the Kitchen and Storage Areas.
➢ Product Development: Create and improve food products, focusing on flavor, texture, nutritional value, and safety.
➢ Engaged in the training of women in Post harvest Vegetable/ Fruit Dehydration Process to empower Low - Income Women Through Sustainable Food Processing.
➢ Assisted in coordinating the human resources operations to ensure consistency operational activities according to departmental policies and procedures.
➢ Carried out recruitment process for new joiners; ungraded and managers.
➢ Carried out induction of new employees and ensured that the induction check list is completed.
➢ Organized and Conducted promotion test for ungraded staffs in 5 regions (Middle Belt, East, West, North, Lagos).
➢ Administered employee benefits such as medical schemes, managers monthly provisions, pay slips and employee ration packs.
➢ Prepared all statistics report for management planning and decision making.
➢ Maintained and updated records of human resources transactions such as new joiners, promotions, appraisals, annual leaves and termination.
➢ Collated training recommendations and followed up on training arrangements.
➢ Planned and organized monthly employee birthday.
➢ Ensured the update of Nutricima news on CANDOERS magazine
➢ Ensured strict adherence to human resources policies, procedures and practices.
➢ Conduct market research to identify selling possibilities and evaluate customer needs
➢ Actively seek out new sales opportunities through cold calling, networking and social media
➢ Set up meetings with potential clients
➢ Prepare and deliver appropriate presentations on products and services
➢ Create frequent reviews and reports with sales
➢ Participate on behalf of the company in exhibitions or conferences
➢ Negotiate/close deals and handle complaints or objections
➢ Assisted with the day-to-day efficient operation of the HR office
➢ Maintained the HR filing system.
➢ Recruiting and staffing logistics: short listing, organising new joiner aptitude test, and on- boarding of new joiners.
➢ Qualitative and quantitative analysis of product sample.
➢ Chemical and Microbiological analysis of finished product samples such as Food, Water, Sea foods, Alcoholic Drinks & Beverages.
Food safety regulations
Product development expertise
Ingredient sourcing
Packaging design
Food processing techniques
Food science
Good manufacturing practices implementation
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Time management
Team leadership
Multitasking
Excellent communication
Decision-making
Self motivation
Secretary, 2019 – 2020
Rotary Club of Victoria Island East Rotary Foundation Committee
Executive Secretary, 2020 - 2024
Rotary Club of Victoria Island East
Administrative Director – 2024 – till date
Rotary Club of Victoria Island East
Assistant Secretary, June 2020 – July 2021
Rotary D9110, Prostrate Cancer Building Committee
Volunteer, April, 2023
Rotary D9110 and Association of Nigerian Physician in the Americas Medical Mission
Volunteer, May, 2024
Unique Food Festival Maiden Edition
Secretary, November,2024 – April, 2025
Rotary D9110, District Team Training Seminar Committee
Volunteer, May, 2025
Unique Food Festival Second Edition