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Nicolas Jorgensen

Dallas

Summary

Culinary expert with hands-on experience in recipe development, kitchen leadership, and food safety. Currently driving innovation and quality in R&D and FSQA for the confectionery industry. A versatile professional with a proven edge in executive support, travel management, and operations. Focused, fast, and committed to excellence.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Research & Development Cook | Food Safety and Quality Assurance Technician

Pecan Deluxe Candy Co.
Dallas
07.2024 - Current
  • Create and refine innovative confectionery products, from concept to large-scale production.
  • Lead sensory evaluations, recipe trials, and process improvements to meet quality and market standards.
  • Enforce strict compliance with HACCP, GMP, and internal FSQA protocols to maintain product integrity.
  • Analyze testing data, troubleshoot production challenges, and drive continuous product optimization.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams on ingredient sourcing, shelf-life testing, and launch execution.
  • Champion cleanliness, safety, and regulatory standards across all R&D and production activities.

Executive Assistant

Accenture Phils.
Mandaluyong
05.2021 - 05.2024
  • Managed executive calendars, coordinated travel arrangements, and ensured smooth operations for virtual and in-person meetings.
  • Handled time and expense management, streamlining administrative processes to improve efficiency.
  • Coordinated with internal and external stakeholders to optimize workflows and project timelines.

Customer Service Representative

Probe CX
Quezon City
10.2020 - 03.2021
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, resolving issues and inquiries across multiple channels to ensure satisfaction.
  • Assisted with troubleshooting, service activations, and billing, consistently maintaining a high service standard.

Commis

Sofitel Philippine Plaza
Pasay City
02.2019 - 03.2020
  • Prepared food for various sections, focusing on mise en place and ensuring timely execution of orders.
  • Managed inventory of perishable goods, maintaining high efficiency in kitchen operations.

Senior Chef de Partie

Ramada Manila by Wyndham
Manila
07.2018 - 01.2019
  • Led and trained junior kitchen staff, ensuring smooth kitchen operations and adherence to HACCP standards.
  • Assisted with food deliveries, inventory management, and ordering, ensuring high-quality food output.

Chef

District 18 Burgers
Quezon City
11.2014 - 09.2017
  • Oversaw restaurant operations, including vendor management, inventory control, and staff training.
  • Managed permits and compliance, ensuring all activities aligned with the restaurant’s operational goals.

Chef de Partie

Vikings Luxury Buffet
Quezon City
01.2013 - 06.2014
  • Managed food preparation and presentation for the Western Section, ensuring consistency and high standards.
  • Supervised staff schedules and maintained strict hygiene and safety protocols.

Commissary OIC

Cowboy Grill
Manila
05.2011 - 12.2012
  • Directed daily kitchen operations for four restaurants, overseeing food preparation, staff training, and quality control.
  • Ensured adherence to food safety standards and consistency in dish quality across locations.

Education

Media Information Literacy -

University of the Philippines Open University
08.2023

Diploma in Commercial Cooking and Culinary Arts -

First Gourmet Academy
06.2011

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

FEU-East Asia College
06.2007

Skills

  • Culinary Skills
  • Food Service
  • Menu Planning
  • Food Safety
  • Hygiene
  • HACCP
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Kitchen Operations
  • Management
  • Food Preparation
  • Food Presentation
  • Quality Control
  • Ingredient Selection
  • Cooking Techniques
  • Customer Service Excellence
  • Guest Experience
  • Catering
  • Executive Assistant Skills
  • Administrative Skills
  • Microsoft 365
  • Excel
  • Word
  • PowerPoint
  • Outlook
  • Time Management
  • Expense Management
  • Budgeting
  • Tracking
  • Cost Optimization
  • Calendar Management
  • Schedule Management
  • Appointments
  • Meetings
  • Travel Coordination
  • Hotel Reservations
  • Restaurant Reservations
  • Flight Reservations
  • Booking Coordination
  • Client Relations
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving

Seminars Activities Certifications

  • Safesteps Certification Training Program 1, Ecolab Philippines, 07/21/10
  • HACCP Awareness, Sofitel Philippines Plaza, 11/19/19
  • Basic Management Training Program, Specialty Beans Inc., 12/19/12
  • Team Success Workshop, Cowboy Grill, 07/29/12 - 08/12/12
  • Local Store Marketing Program Workshop, Coca Cola Bottlers Philippines, 07/05/11 - 07/07/11
  • National Competency Level 2, TESDA (Technical Education and Skills Authority), 1314-COK-0068 Series 2018
  • ServSafe Food Handlers, 06/10/2025

Timeline

Research & Development Cook | Food Safety and Quality Assurance Technician

Pecan Deluxe Candy Co.
07.2024 - Current

Executive Assistant

Accenture Phils.
05.2021 - 05.2024

Customer Service Representative

Probe CX
10.2020 - 03.2021

Commis

Sofitel Philippine Plaza
02.2019 - 03.2020

Senior Chef de Partie

Ramada Manila by Wyndham
07.2018 - 01.2019

Chef

District 18 Burgers
11.2014 - 09.2017

Chef de Partie

Vikings Luxury Buffet
01.2013 - 06.2014

Commissary OIC

Cowboy Grill
05.2011 - 12.2012

Media Information Literacy -

University of the Philippines Open University

Diploma in Commercial Cooking and Culinary Arts -

First Gourmet Academy

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

FEU-East Asia College
Nicolas Jorgensen