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Michael M.

Expert Restaurant & Hospitality Consultant | Culinary & Operations

New York, New York
$60 per hour
14 jobs
$2K+ total earnings

With 10+ years of experience, I am a seasoned restaurant and hospitality consultant who excels at blending culinary creativity with operational expertise to drive business success. My unique background spans across food and beverage operations, recipe development, business management, and culinary innovation, making me a versatile asset to any hospitality project. Professional Highlights: • COO & Culinary Innovator: Led multiple brands, including a successful pie and cookie shop, and a multi-location emerging franchise. I’ve developed award-winning dessert recipes, streamlined operations, and fostered positive work cultures that drive both profitability and team satisfaction. • Food & Beverage Operations: Proven track record in optimizing kitchen workflows, implementing cost control measures, and enhancing menu offerings to align with market trends and customer preferences. I specialize in transforming culinary concepts into profitable business ventures. • Recipe Development & Culinary Creativity: Expertise in crafting innovative and market-winning recipes, ensuring each dish not only meets but exceeds quality standards. My background in Michelin-starred kitchens has honed my skills in precision and flavor balance. • Strategic Business Management: Adept at creating and executing strategic plans that drive growth and efficiency. I’ve successfully launched new culinary concepts, developed comprehensive employee training programs, and improved operational efficiency across all levels. • Kitchen Design & Equipment Selection: Experienced in designing functional and efficient kitchens tailored to business needs, including selecting the right equipment to optimize performance and cost-effectiveness. • Training & Development: Skilled in developing employee training programs that enhance skills, boost morale, and ensure consistent quality across the board. My approach is focused on continuous improvement and professional growth. Why Work With Me? I bring a unique combination of culinary artistry and business acumen to the table. Whether you’re looking to develop new recipes, optimize your kitchen operations, or launch a new culinary concept, I have the skills and experience to help you achieve your goals. My approach is collaborative, and I’m committed to delivering results that exceed expectations. I’m passionate about helping hospitality businesses thrive by improving their culinary offerings and operational efficiency. Let’s work together to create something exceptional. Specialties Include: • Food & Beverage Operations • Recipe Development & Menu Design • Strategic Business Management • Kitchen Design & Equipment Selection • Employee Training & Development • Operational Efficiency & Cost Control • Culinary Creativity & Innovation I look forward to partnering with you to elevate your hospitality business!

Sheetal B.

Expert Food Scientist and Recipe Developer

New York City, New York
$120 per hour
36 jobs
$30K+ total earnings

As an innovative Food Scientist with over a decade of experience, I specialize in developing health-oriented and sustainable food and beverage products. My expertise includes creating functional foods and drinks that cater to specific health needs while promoting environmental sustainability. My career began with a passion for utilizing natural ingredients to enhance health and wellness. Highlights include the world’s first avocado seed beverage, which offers significant health benefits and addresses food waste. My portfolio also includes nutritious snacks like protein bars, energy bites, and granolas, all designed to provide optimal nutrition. I approach each project with rigorous scientific methodology, from research and ingredient sourcing to meticulous testing. My work adheres to high standards of quality and champions ethical sourcing and production. My goal is to deliver exceptional food and beverage experiences that promote a healthier, more sustainable world, inspiring positive change in the industry and among consumers.

Luis N.

Cooking & Baking Expert | Food Safety Consultant

Bronx County, New York
$25 per hour
13 jobs
$7K+ total earnings

An enthusiastic and self-driven culinary graduate with proven organizational skills and the desire to learn more and take on new challenges. A time management expert with a keen eye for details and an ability to thrive in a collaborative environment.

Erika N.

Manager-Level Graphic Designer / UX Designer

New York, New York
$120 per hour
19 jobs
$100K+ total earnings

I am a multidisciplinary designer with expertise in graphic design, user experience, content development and design-based strategy. For over 10 years I have helped businesses, organizations and global brands define and communicate their unique voice through elegant, thoughtful design solutions. My favorite projects are intellectually challenging, visually creative and are treated as a partnership between client and designer. People love to work with me because of my rigorous process and attention to detail. At Johnson & Johnson I worked as Graphic Design Manager for the Cross-Sector Innovation Design group—a team of design researchers, strategists and industrial designers brought together to improve patient experience through human-centered design. We collaborated with business partners across all three J&J sectors to create holisitic and intuitive user experiences with lasting, measureable impact. As a Senior Designer at New York branding agency Siegel+Gale, I was a key team member in the large-scale rebranding of international software company SAP and American health insurance company Aetna. I also worked on ad campaigns for Google and Sony PlayStation while freelancing at Wieden+Kennedy Tokyo, and designed exhibition catalogues for the Whitney Museum of American Art and the Guggenheim Museum at Heavy Meta Design in New York. I look forward to working with you! Portfolio link upon request.

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