Taryn Garcia
Denver,CO
Summary
Accomplished Product Development Engineer with a proven track record at Grassland Botanicals and Consulting Business by enhancing product testing efficiency and fostering cross-functional team collaboration. Expert in flavor application and customer focus, significantly improved operational processes and product development from concept to creation. Featured in Forbes for innovative contributions to the industry.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Product Development Engineer
Self-employeed
Denver, CO & Los Angeles, CA
09.2022 - Current
- Developed innovative product concepts based on market research and customer feedback analysis.
- Streamlined production timelines with effective resource allocation and planning strategies.
- Enhanced cross-functional collaboration by fostering open communication between engineering, marketing, and manufacturing teams.
- Determined project costs, timelines, and limiting factors.
Lead Product Engineer
Grassland Botanicals (Black Dahlia)
Los Angeles, CA
07.2019 - 09.2022
- Reduced operational costs by implementing more efficient testing methods and equipment usage.
- Formulation Creation utilizing nano technology for cannabinoids with a focus on bitter blocking techniques and flavor analysis
- Facilitated relationships and marketing campaigns for press and sales.
- Featured in multiple publications e.g. Forbes "Meet Pot's Most Prestigious Brands", FLAUNT "Flaunt's Favorite Products" and Reserved Magazine "Candy and the Science of Bliss"
Principal/Executive Chef
Rebel Cookie Co.
Boulder, CO & Los Angeles, CA
10.2017 - 07.2019
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
- Orchestrated catering events for high-profile clients, consistently receiving commendable feedback.
- Created unique recipes for THC infused events at Frank Lloyd Wright Jr's, "Sowden House, Food Forward and Green Street.
Principal/Executive Chef
Vendome Macaron
New York, NY
09.2010 - 10.2017
- Creator of unique recipes for pastry cafe and wine bar concept.
- Managed construction and design of brick and mortar.
- Featured chef and products at Saks Fifth Avenue's flagship location in New York City
- Specialized in B2B retail and events for brands such as Saint Laurent, Givenchy, Karl Lagerfeld, Clinique, Versace, Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co. and Clinique.
- Featured in multiple publications e.g. The New York Times "Best Macaron", Time Out NY "Best Dessert, Martha Stewart Weddings "Editors Favorite Finds"
Culinary Specialist
The Food Network & PBS
New York, NY
01.2006 - 04.2013
- Research and development of recipes
- Food Styling
- Script writing for television shows e.g. "Barefoot Contessa", "Healthy Appetite", "Food Network Star", "Sandra Lee's Semi-Homemade" and "Martha Stewart's Everyday Food".
Education
Diplome De Patisserie - Pastry Arts
Ferrandi
Paris, FR05.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Video Production
The School of Visual Arts
New York, NY06.2001
Skills
- Troubleshooting skills
- Customer Focus
- Project Management
- Product Testing
- Flavor Application, Modulation and Bitter Blocking Technology
- Food Safety and Compliance
- Vendor Raw Material Sourcing
- Concept to Creation
Timeline
Product Development Engineer
Self-employeed
09.2022 - Current
Lead Product Engineer
Grassland Botanicals (Black Dahlia)
07.2019 - 09.2022
Principal/Executive Chef
Rebel Cookie Co.
10.2017 - 07.2019
Principal/Executive Chef
Vendome Macaron
09.2010 - 10.2017
Culinary Specialist
The Food Network & PBS
01.2006 - 04.2013
Diplome De Patisserie - Pastry Arts
Ferrandi
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Video Production
The School of Visual Arts