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Adi Rotshtein
Rehovot
Summary
Innovative Food Technologist offering 10 years of positive industry experience. Well-versed in quality monitoring and food product formulation to drive company sales and customer satisfaction. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focused.
Skilled Baker with exceptional knowledge of baking times, methods, temperatures and flavors.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior R&D Food Technologist & Pastry Chef
Bonjour, Osem, Nestle
12.2016 - Current
- Developing extensions and improvements to food products and product lines.
- Formulate recipes to deliver optimal flavor systems, complying with cost, product design and sensory and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative food products that meet consumer needs and market trends.
- Mentoring junior technologists, providing guidance on best practices in food science research and development.
- Manage successful scale-up from laboratory benchtop to full-scale production lines.
- Optimized supply chain management by identifying alternative ingredient suppliers, reducing costs without sacrificing quality.
- Resolved customer complaints by identifying root causes of product issues and implementing corrective actions promptly.
R&D Food Technologist
Nestle Ice Cream, Israel
06.2014 - 11.2016
- Developed innovative ice cream products through extensive research on ingredients, processing techniques, and consumer preferences.
- Troubleshot issues during the production process to maintain consistent product quality while minimizing downtime.
- Designed pilot plant trials of new formulations prior to full-scale production runs, ensuring smooth transitions between R&D stages.
- Improved product quality, nutritional value, color and texture.
- Facilitated cost reduction through product improvements.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
Pastry Chef
Maragoza Bakery
01.2010 - 06.2013
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen workspace, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Trained new employees on bakery methods and procedures.
- Developed and implemented new products for cakes, pastries and desserts.
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
Ground Handling Agent
Laufer Aviation GHI
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Earned recognition from management for consistently demonstrating outstanding teamwork, professionalism, and commitment to customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated ground crew activities to complete objectives on schedule.
- Ensured customer satisfaction through prompt and courteous service during check-in and boarding procedures.
- Handled challenging situations calmly, resolving conflicts between passengers or addressing concerns promptly.
Pastry Chef
Mina Tomai & Boutique Central
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Developed & manufactured Desserts and Pastry.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
- Operated ovens and bakery equipment to prepare products according to recipes.
- Trained new employees on bakery methods and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Food Technology
Hebrew University
Rehovot, Israel06.2013
Certified Pastry Chef - Baking And Pastry Arts
Tadmor Culinary School
Herzliya, Israel01.2005
High School Diploma -
Blich High School
Ramat Gan, Israel06.1999
Skills
- Innovation and Creativity
- Troubleshooting
- Production Support
- Food cost optimization
- Project management abilities
- Recipe formulation techniques
- Continuous Improvement Mindset
- Product development expertise
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Food Chemistry Understanding
Software
Languages
Hebrew
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Senior R&D Food Technologist & Pastry Chef
Bonjour, Osem, Nestle
12.2016 - Current
R&D Food Technologist
Nestle Ice Cream, Israel
06.2014 - 11.2016
Pastry Chef
Maragoza Bakery
01.2010 - 06.2013
Ground Handling Agent
Laufer Aviation GHI
01.2008 - 01.2010
Pastry Chef
Mina Tomai & Boutique Central
01.2005 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Food Technology
Hebrew University
Certified Pastry Chef - Baking And Pastry Arts
Tadmor Culinary School
High School Diploma -
Blich High School
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