Erin Russell

Day Manager and Server

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Haarlem, North Holland, Netherlands

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Timeline
About me
Research & Product Development at Melt-to-Make
Education
- University of New Hampshire
  2011 - 2015
  Bachelor of Arts - BA Dual Major: Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems and EcoGastronomy
  - Minor: Nutrition- EcoGastronomy Study Abroad in Dijon, France '14: A study abroad program concentrating on the relationships between food, wine, and tourism in the Burgundy region from both a theoretical and practical dimension.- Award winning presentation at Undergraduate Research Conference, focused on a rooftop garden food truck.
- Cornell University
  2022 - 2022
  Food Product Development Certificate Food Product Development Completed
- Red Bank Catholic High School
  2007 - 2011
- University of Massachusetts Amherst
  2020 - 2021
  Master of Science - MS Food Science Magna Cum Laude (3.9)
  - Alissa Nolden’s Sensory Science Team- Publication written about Plant-Based Cheeses: A Systematic Review of Sensory Evaluation Studies and Strategies to Increase Consumer Acceptance
- Burgundy School of Business - BSB
  2014 - 2014
  EcoGastronomy, Viticulture and Wine Management
  A study abroad program concentrating on the relationships between food, wine, and tourism in the Burgundy region from both a theoretical and practical dimension.
Experience
- Black Trumpet
  May 2014 - Sept 2015
  Day Manager and Server
  Executed daily menu presentation of local ingredients crafted into globally inspired dishes and shared distinguished knowledge of how they were showcased.Provided wine presentations and recommendations to a discerning clientele.
- Island Creek Oysters
  Feb 2016 - Apr 2018
  National Sales Representative
  -Managed 238 accounts and played a critical role by directly supporting an 86% sales increase in 2016, followed by another increase of 47% in 2017. -Conducted weekly oyster quality control to personally ensure high standards, education, and provide tasting notes to easily collaborate with chefs across the country and find a perfect pairing of our products with chefs’ menus.
- Trillium Brewing Company
  May 2018 - May 2019
  Retail Associate/Bartender
- Trader Joe's
  May 2019 - Jun 2021
  Crew Member
- Tree House Brewing Company
  May 2021 - May 2022
  Retail Associate
- Smithfield Foods
  May 2022 - Jul 2022
  Food Safety and Quality Assurance Technician
- Melt-to-Make
  Jul 2022 - Jan 2024
  Food Scientist & Product Development
Licenses & Certifications
- ETIPS On Premise
  Authorized eTIPS Reseller
  May 2019
  View certificate
- Management Training Seminar (MTS)
  NH State Liquor Commission
  Jan 2014
- ServSafe Food Handler
  National Restaurant Association
  Jan 2014
- Preventive Controls Qualified Individual
  Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA)
  May 2020
  View certificate
- CPR/AED/First Aid
  American Red Cross
  Jan 2011
- Certified Beer Server
  Cicerone® Certification Program
  Oct 2021
  View certificate
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Erin Russell
  Dean's List- All Semesters University of Massachusetts Amherst Feb 2021 magna cum laude (3.98)
- Awarded to Erin Russell
  Award of Excellence Undergraduate Research Conference Apr 2015 One of sixteen EcoGastronomy dual major students chosen to be awarded for their senior thesis paper and presentation at Undergraduate Research Conference at the University of New Hampshire.