Maryam Yousefshahi
Manchester
Summary
As a dedicated and knowledgeable professional in food and nutrition, the primary objective is to assist people in adopting healthier lifestyles by promoting balanced nutrition, creating new products, and supporting healthy dietary practices. Extensive experience in the food and health sectors includes advising on vitamins at Holland & Barrett, volunteering in a doctor's office to educate patients on healthy lifestyles, and assisting elderly individuals to improve their health. Two food science internships provided a strong foundation in food formulation, safety, and quality control. Passionate about enhancing public health through nutrition, eager to apply diverse expertise to contribute effectively to the food and nutrition fields.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Store Assistant
Holland And Barrett
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Demonstrated products to encourage purchases by showcasing their features and benefits and providing information about essential vitamins needed by the body.
- Discovered new business opportunities by devising plans to assist customers in boosting their immune systems through targeted vitamin and supplement recommendations, resulting in increased sales.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of Holland & Barrett products, particularly vitamins and supplements, through regular training sessions and online classes, ensuring the latest information was available to communicate product benefits effectively.
Nutrition Assistant
Pharmacy Of Iran
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Improved client nutrition by developing personalised meal plans and providing tailored dietary recommendations.
- Assisted and advised elderly individuals on their diets, focusing on essential nutrients and vitamins necessary for their health.
- Presented information on essential vitamins needed to strengthen the immune system, highlighting their attributes and advantages.
Nutrition Volunteer
Private Doctor's Office
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Maintained health and safety by maintaining the highest food safety and sanitation standards.
- Provided support to individuals with special dietary needs to meet unique nutritional requirements.
- Assessed nutritional status and monitored food intake to identify areas of concern.
Food Scientist Internship
Behnoushiran
06.2016 - 07.2016
- Improved product quality by creating innovative food formulations and refining processing methods.
- Extended product shelf life through comprehensive stability testing and enhanced packaging solutions.
- Conducted detailed nutritional analyses to ensure accurate labelling information for food products.
- Performed chemical and microbiological tests on non-alcoholic energy drinks, using a refractometer to measure sugar levels and assess acidity, moisture, and ash content.
Food Scientist Internship
Minoo Industrial Group
04.2016 - 06.2016
- Conducted chemical and microbial tests on chocolate, cookies, and other products in collaboration with food industry specialists, employing techniques such as polarimeter-based sugar determination, viscosity assessment, texture evaluation, and pH measurement.
- Performed sensory evaluations to ensure consistent product quality across various manufacturing sites.
- Controlled food safety and hygiene in the manufacturing environment.
Education
Master of Science - Human Nutrition
Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester, United Kingdom09.2024
Master of Science - Food Biotechnology
Islamic Azad University
Iran06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Food Sciences And Technology
Islamic Azad University
Tehran, Iran06.2016
Skills
- Hard Skills: Menu Planning, Nutrition Analysis, Nutrition Education, New Product Developer, Hygiene and Safety Standards, Lifestyle Coach
- Soft Skills: Organisational Skills,Written Communication,Analytical Skills,Problem-solving abilities,Active Listening, Teamwork
Certification
- Food Allergy and Intolerance Training , Issued: May 2024
- Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety for Catering, Issued: May 2024
- Food labelling regulation, Issued: June 2024
- HACCP for Manufacturing Level 2, Issued: June 2024
Timeline
Store Assistant
Holland And Barrett
12.2023 - 04.2024
Nutrition Assistant
Pharmacy Of Iran
09.2022 - 03.2023
Nutrition Volunteer
Private Doctor's Office
02.2022 - 08.2022
Food Scientist Internship
Behnoushiran
06.2016 - 07.2016
Food Scientist Internship
Minoo Industrial Group
04.2016 - 06.2016
Master of Science - Human Nutrition
Manchester Metropolitan University
Master of Science - Food Biotechnology
Islamic Azad University
Bachelor of Science - Food Sciences And Technology
Islamic Azad University
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