Diedre L. Davis
Arcola,TX
Summary
Dynamic Food Technician with expertise in quality control and regulatory compliance at Acosta Sales & Marketing. Proven track record in enhancing product quality through effective sensory evaluation and process optimization. Strong team leader skilled in training and mentoring staff, ensuring adherence to food safety protocols while driving operational efficiency.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Technician
Acosta Sales & Marketing
Houston, TX
01.2016 - 01.2026
- Conducted quality inspections on food products to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to develop product testing strategies and consumer feedback processes.
- Maintained detailed records of product formulations and ingredient sourcing for regulatory compliance.
- Assisted in training new staff on food safety protocols and laboratory procedures.
- Evaluated product samples for consistency, flavor, and texture according to company standards.
- Participated in cross-functional teams to improve food processing techniques and operational efficiency.
- Supported research efforts by documenting experimental procedures and results accurately in reports.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss research findings or other topics related to food technology.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of food safety plans.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations.
- Carried out routine inspections of facilities and equipment used in the production process.
- Reviewed regulatory requirements related to labeling and packaging of food products.
Bakery Manager
Randall's Grocery
Houston, TX
02.2009 - 03.2017
- Managed daily bakery operations and staff schedules for optimal workflow.
- Ensured product quality by overseeing baking processes and ingredient selection.
- Trained new employees on equipment use and safety protocols in bakery area.
- Developed engaging displays to enhance customer experience and drive sales.
- Implemented inventory management procedures to maintain stock levels effectively.
- Collaborated with vendors to source high-quality ingredients for bakery items.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
- Minimized cross-contamination and infection risks by consistently following safe food handling procedures.
- Monitored staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to ensure quality standards were met.
- Managed budgeting activities such as forecasting costs, setting prices and controlling expenses.
- Displayed freshly baked items, cupcakes, cookies and cinnamon rolls on counters and tables to entice passersby to visit and make purchases at bakery.
Bakery Manager
Gerland's Food Fair
Sugar Land, Texas
03.1998 - 04.2009
- Managed daily bakery operations and staff schedules for optimal workflow.
- Ensured product quality by overseeing baking processes and ingredient selection.
- Developed engaging displays to enhance customer experience and drive sales.
- Collaborated with vendors to source high-quality ingredients for bakery items.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
- Assisted in creating seasonal promotions to attract customers and increase sales.
- Decorated cakes and pastries, baked breads, tarts, and pies, and created specialty desserts.
- Scheduled employees to keep bakery shifts well-staffed for peak times and holidays.
- Trained, supervised and evaluated bakery staff on proper baking techniques and safety procedures.
- Minimized cross-contamination and infection risks by consistently following safe food handling procedures.
- Monitored staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to ensure quality standards were met.
- Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling employee shifts, preparing payrolls and managing customer complaints.
- Maintained inventory of supplies, ingredients and equipment used in the production process.
- Planned menus according to seasonality of products, customer demand and profit margins.
- Managed budgeting activities such as forecasting costs, setting prices and controlling expenses.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations and health codes in the kitchen area.
- Developed new recipes that appealed to customers' taste preferences while meeting nutritional guidelines.
- Trained new bakery employees to use POS system to document orders, process payments and check progress for customers.
- Created cost-effective strategies to reduce waste while increasing productivity levels.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Oo
Dallas Community College
DallasSkills
- Quality control
- Regulatory compliance
- Food safety protocols
- Product formulation
- Sensory evaluation
- Inventory management
- Process optimization
- Vendor collaboration
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Recipe development
- Problem solving
- Staff training
- Sanitation protocols
- Attention to detail
- Packaging optimization
- Quality control management
- Training and mentoring
- Food safety expertise
- Maintaining cleanliness
- Food waste reduction
- Food handler's license
- Sanitation practices
Timeline
Food Technician
Acosta Sales & Marketing
01.2016 - 01.2026
Bakery Manager
Randall's Grocery
02.2009 - 03.2017
Bakery Manager
Gerland's Food Fair
03.1998 - 04.2009
Some College (No Degree) - Oo
Dallas Community College