John Fugate

Experience

• 

  University of Georgia Campus Catering

  Mar 2012 - May 2015

  Student Employee

  •Responsible for on time delivery and set up of events and banquets around the UGA campus•Strong attention to detail to ensure events are aesthetically pleasing and have the highest quality food

• 

  Galley Gourmet

  May 2012 - Aug 2012

  Cook and Delivery

  •Prepare a variety of entrees ranging from deli sandwiches to upscale dinners and desserts•Utilize commercial kitchen equipment•Deliver catered meals and set up banquets and events

• 

  USDA

  May 2013 - Jul 2013

  Intern/Volunteer

  •Set up for sensory lab testing and training panels•Organization of lab equipment and lab supplies

• 

  Alaska General Seafoods

  Jun 2014 - Jul 2014

  Quality Control Lead

  Monitored the plant operations by insuring that the processing areas were free from cross contamination, hygiene rules were followed, and can code information was properly entered into the computer.Verified can seals by measuring seams and visual inspection

• 

  The Coca-Cola Company

  May 2015 - now

  • Developed SOPs for sensory evaluation techniques used globally.• Assistance with specialized sensory panels for sweetener research and global DOD training by sample preparation and test preparation.• Assisted in creating a global sensory reference library to better evaluate new products around the world. • Assisted in creating a video series describing various sensory testing techniques shared globally for training of new sensory testing facilities.• Training of new hire employee in lab operation and testing procedures. • Sample Preparation and Execution of various sensory tests • Maintain three clean and organized sensory labs. Show less

  • Product Development Manager

    Apr 2023 - now

  • Scientist III

    Apr 2018 - May 2023

  • Scientist II

    Jun 2016 - Apr 2018

  • Sensory Lab Technician

    May 2015 - Jun 2016