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New Zealand

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

A post-graduate student internship with Silver Fern Farms as a case study for my thesis research. Investigated the current innovation state of New Zealand’s red meat industry, including innovation processes and systems of the Food Design Institute and Silver Fern Farms. Utilised autoethnography and observational research methods to gain understanding and.

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

A post-graduate student internship project with Olveston Historic Home. Investigated the experience design and gift shop of Olveston Historic Home tourist destination. Designed a tool that enables Olveston Historic Home to capture consumer data. Delivered a professional presentation (using a theatrical framework for better communication) to the staff of.

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

Responsible for designing and preparing a menu solo, for elderly clients that are at a rest home. Constant development of recipes/dishes from residents’ feedback while maintaining their dietary and health requirements. Developed new kitchen systems to increase efficiency and maintained a safe and friendly working environment.

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

Catering plated dinners for functions (banquet service) for over 350 people, including appetisers, mains, and desserts. Food preparation for catered functions and events.

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

An Otago Polytechnic student internship project with OCHO. Researched, developed, and designed of several cacao bean husk prototypes as the result of Design Thinking. An investigation of FMCG/cosmetics/pharmaceutical industries, their current market, with an emphasis on waste reduction, increasing organisation productivity, and brand value led to the.

South Korea

A popular and trendy restaurant in the heart of Itaewon, South Korea. Delivered friendly service/attitude towards customers and staff while maintaining a sanitary/safe working environment. Responsibilities includes maintaining high food quality control and standards, training new floor staff members, and hosting/cashiering roles. Utilising languages other.

South Korea

An internship done at the New Zealand Embassy to South Korea. Developed templates and documents, including updating and providing feedback. Designed a data entry and time recording spreadsheet with macros for staff.

South Korea

An internship done at the New Zealand Embassy to South Korea. Researched bilateral articles between New Zealand and Korea for social media as a form of alternative news. Designed graphics and layout of event flyers and other paper media.

Master Of Design Enterprise (Mde), With Distinction

Activities and Societies: Organisational process research, innovation process, innovation ecosystem mapping, design thinking, experience.

Bachelor Of Culinary Arts - Bca, Culinary Arts And Related Services, With Distinction

Activities and Societies: Food product design, food experience design, kitchen systems design, philosophy Learn specialised culinary.