Onna Perella

Experience

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  Center for Food Marketing, Saint Joseph's University

  Jan 2005 - Jan 2008

  Intern

  Supported administrative activities for department that coordinates education programs and research projects for global food industry clients. Updated a food industry database and promoted government programs for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and Food Export U.S.A.-Northeast. Assisted preparations for the Giant Food Stores, LLC “Selling for Excellence” Program. Supported faculty on a federal grant on obesity that documented industry-generated programs implemented by top food retailers designed to promote healthy eating habits. Assisted Test Kitchen and Focus Group Facility coordinator prepare for client use. Show less

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  Tandem Associates

  May 2008 - May 2011

  Marketing Account Executive

  Managed creative projects, including: art direction, photography, logo development, copywriting, email marketing, direct mail campaigns, website development, social media campaigns, new product ideation and introduction to the marketplace, package development and redesign, and special events marketing. Conducted new business presentations for prospective clients. Client work included: Alouette Cheese, Hatfield Quality Meats, Gore, M&Q Plastics, and Cold-Eeze.

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  Schulson Collective

  Dec 2009 - Nov 2010

  Line Cook at Sampan

  Responsible for preparation of all ingredients, sauces and vinaigrettes for eleven dishes on the Garde Manger station. Set up and break down of station. Assisted on hot appetizer and pastry plating during service.

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  The French Culinary Institute

  Apr 2011 - Jun 2011

  Advanced Studies Program Development Intern

  Assisted the Department of Advanced Studies to prepare course materials for upcoming classes. Helped to research and develop a course in Food Styling.

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  Emeril's Homebase

  May 2011 - Jun 2011

  Kitchen Intern for Emeril's Table

  Assisted Culinary Producer and kitchen team to prepare ingredients and recipes for the 6 weeks of film production for Emeril’s Table.

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  Corton

  Jun 2011 - Jul 2011

  Stagiaire

  Assisted line cooks with mise en place preparation and assisted Chef Paul Liebrandt with garnish and salad preparation at his two-Michelin-starred restaurant.

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  Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia

  Jul 2011 - Oct 2011

  Responsible for grocery shopping, mise en place preparation, and food styling for 6 weeks of film production for The Martha Stewart Show. Responsible for handling and maintaining props, cookware, kitchen equipment and kitchen facilities for 6 weeks of film production for the television show Mad Hungry with Lucinda Scala Quinn.

  • Kitchen Assistant for "The Martha Stewart Show"

    Sept 2011 - Oct 2011

  • Kitchen Assistant for "Mad Hungry with LSQ"

    Jul 2011 - Aug 2011
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  Emeril's Homebase

  Oct 2011 - Nov 2016

  Independent Culinary Assistant

  Assist Chef Emeril Lagasse and his culinary team with shopping and preparation of ingredients and recipes for video shoots, television shows, commercials, appearances on QVC and other media events. Responsible for maintaining all props and cooking tools used on-air.

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  Quest Loves Food

  Dec 2011 - May 2012

  Assistant Chef

  Assist Questlove's (of The Roots) culinary team in high-volume production of gourmet foods for catered events held by clients including Food & Wine Magazine, Rolling Stone Magazine, NYC’s Chelsea Market, and Philadelphia's Night Market.

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  Private Chef

  May 2012 - Aug 2014

  Private Chef

  Prepare meals for a Philadelphia-based family in accordance strict dietary guidelines, including a juicing program and raw and vegetarian meal preparations.

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  Barbuzzo

  Apr 2013 - Sept 2013

  Pastry Cook

  Responsible for executing desserts for Barbuzzo, Jamonera, and Lolita. Crafted handmade truffles & chocolates, including custom orders, for Marcie Turney Chocolates.

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  Full & Happy

  Feb 2014 - now

  Owner & Chef

  Designed and built a cooking studio dedicated to providing professional culinary education and private dining to Philadelphia's home cooks and food lovers. Curated and executed over 150 customized culinary experiences over a three year period with an emphasis on creating approachable and teachable menus that draw on global influences and techniques.

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  QVC

  Sept 2014 - Feb 2016

  Culinary Artist

  Prepare recipes and style food and props to successfully demonstrate product features during live television sales of cookware and food products. Client work includes: Le Creuset, KitchenAid, Emeril Lagasse, Ninja, Pillsbury, and Cooks Essentials. Responsibilities include developing processes to encourage a cohesive culinary team and effective communication.

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  Grateful Plate

  Mar 2016 - May 2017

  Assistant Chef

  Assist with weekly preparation of 300+ health-focused meals which were delivered to clientele throughout the Philadelphia region.

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  Drexel University Center for Hospitality and Sport Management

  May 2016 - Dec 2016

  Independent Contractor: Dornsife Center for Neighborhood Partnerships

  The Dornsife Center for Neighborhood Partnerships offers cooking programming to local community members, including cooking demonstrations and community dinners. I assisted with documenting this work and assessing its impact on the community.

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  Post Brothers

  Jul 2017 - Nov 2018

  Private Chef

  Developed a corporate wellness program at the request of the President and CEO. Oversaw daily production of healthy, locally sourced, and seasonal breakfasts & lunches for 50+ executive and corporate staff. Initiated and maintained supplier relationships. Planned and executed equipment purchases. Managed food allergies and dietary restrictions for all staff.