India Diack
Thornlie,Perth
Summary
Motivated and reliable Food Science student with a strong academic record and hands-on experience in hospitality, research, and digital marketing. Known for being a quick learner, excellent communicator, and proactive team player. Passionate about designing foods that improve human health and exploring the cultural significance of traditional foods. Proven leadership in student associations and entrepreneurial ventures.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
NPD
Otago University
02.2025 - Current
- Ensured food safety compliance by maintaining proper documentation and adhering to industry regulations.
- Conducted sensory evaluations to gather valuable feedback for product improvements and modifications.
- Reduced production costs through strategic sourcing of ingredients and materials, increasing profitability.
- Designed innovative, timely and cost-effective improvements, concepts and developments with respect to new or existing products and processes.
- Performed batching and sample compounding from laboratory benchtop, prototyping food products and evaluating raw materials.
- Designed and performed variety of food safety tests and focused on water activity, viscosity, sodium analysis, pH, moisture and total solids analysis.
Social Media Content Creator
324 Central Market
12.2024 - Current
- Enhanced brand awareness by creating engaging and shareable social media content.
- Managed content across multiple platforms for widest audience reach.
- Increased audience engagement through the development of tailored content for each platform.
- Scheduled regular postings using social media management tools, ensuring a steady stream of fresh content for followers'' consumption.
- Analyzed performance metrics to adjust strategies and optimize content for maximum impact.
Research Assistant
Otago University
11.2024 - 02.2025
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
- Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
- Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.
Wait Staff Member
Bistro Gentil
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
Server
Pembroke Patisserie
11.2022 - 02.2024
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
- Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
- Enhanced product quality by conducting routine inspections and implementing corrective actions.
- Kept eye on quality assurance information to review compliance against specifications and company standards.
Waitress, Bartender, Barista and Kitchen Hand
Ziffs, Buster Crabb
07.2020 - 11.2022
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Provided recommendations on menu items and upsold food and drinks to increase sales.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Food Science
University of Otago
Dunedin, NZ12-2025
High School Diploma -
Verdon College
Invercargill, NZ11.2022
Skills
- A passion for new knowledge and an inquiring mind
- Record keeping and attention to detail
- HACCP & FSANZ Compliance
- Safe Food Handling & Lab Protocols
- NPD & Thematic Analysis
- Nutrition Information Panel (NIP) Creation
- The use of technology to achieve successful and robust scientific outcomes Spectrophotometry, Lipid Oxidation, Protein Analysis
- aW Analysis, pH Measurement
- Blind testing and primary research analysis
Digital & Interpersonal Skills
- Team Leadership & Communication
- Market analysis, perception and sensitivity studies
- Canva & Visual Content Creation
- Social Media Management & Marketing
- Customer Service & POS Systems
- Time Management & Multitasking
References and Referees
Timeline
NPD
Otago University
02.2025 - Current
Social Media Content Creator
324 Central Market
12.2024 - Current
Research Assistant
Otago University
11.2024 - 02.2025
Wait Staff Member
Bistro Gentil
11.2023 - 02.2024
Server
Pembroke Patisserie
11.2022 - 02.2024
Waitress, Bartender, Barista and Kitchen Hand
Ziffs, Buster Crabb
07.2020 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Food Science
University of Otago
High School Diploma -
Verdon College