Nathan C.

Experience

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  After School Matters Culinary @ Gallery 37

  Oct 2019 - Aug 2021

  Apprentice Chef

  •Working with a large team in a fast-paced, intense, kitchen environment to learn, develop, and showcase new recipes •Acquire thorough training of kitchen safety and hygiene, knife skills, food preparation, dishwashing, and storage organization•Run and operate weekly showcases of cuisines of various backgrounds

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  University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

  Oct 2021 - Dec 2022

  •Operate in a large, fast-paced team to develop an e-textbook and instructional videos for FSHN 101 students•Actively engage in team meetings by discussing teaching material and providing feedback•Design educational content regarding upcoming changes in the food industry, including the transition to plant-based eating, changes to existing foods, and cautionary measures taken against climate change•Produce video content for students that provide detailed explanations regarding fundamental food science concepts such as macronutrients, emulsification, and fermentation; involved in research, scripting, editing, and filming of videos. Show less

  • Teaching Assistant

    Jan 2022 - Dec 2022

  • Undergraduate Research Assistant

    Oct 2021 - May 2022
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  Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants

  May 2022 - Jul 2022

  Barista

  •Learned to work in a wide, creative team of individuals from various backgrounds to create a diverse selection of menu items, including food and beverage•Understand the use of multitasking through giving customers an exceptional experience•Advised customers on the various menu items through providing vivid and detailed descriptions

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  Integrated Bioprocessing Research Laboratory

  Jun 2023 - now

  Student Intern

  •Aid in the process of research and product development at a pilot plant scale with a team of like-minded interns and supervisors•Work hands on with ingredient processing at a fundamental level, including fermentation, sample collection, wet and dry milling, starch and germ separation, moisture analysis, and centrifugation. •Acquire a comprehension of work on a large-scale facility, including communication with teammates from different departments or buildings within the location.