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Kamva N

@kamva_nguqu2

Cons Sci Food and Nutrition

South Africa
English, Xhosa, Zulu
About me
Food & Nutrition Cons Scientist passionate about sustainable food innovation, R&D, product development, and consumer-focused food innovation. I blend a foundation in food science, nutrition, and sensory evaluation with hands-on practical experience in formulation support, lab practices, and food safety systems. I have worked across NPD, sensory testing, and packaging compliance. My interests intersect science, creativity, and consumer experience, particularly in nutritious, sustainable, and culturally conscious food innovation.... Read more

Skills

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Product Consultation
I will make a meal plan and do recipe development

Portfolio

Work experience

Cashier

Kingspark Stadium • Part-time

Feb 2023 - Sep 20252 yrs 7 mos

-Handling cash and card transactions -Served alcoholic beverages -Ensured top tier customer service

Tutor

Durban University of Technology • Part-time

Feb 2025 - Jul 20255 mos

• Tutored Nutrition and Food and Food Science students, assisting with theory, tutorials and exam preparation. • Provided academic support, feedback, and mentorship in both academic and university life. • Supported lecturers in marking assessments and guiding students

New Product Development

Spar Encore • Full-time

Nov 2024 - Feb 20253 mos

• Assisted in sensory evaluation, labelling and packaging compliance. • Supported product refinement through consumer feedback and quality testing. • Collaborated with QA teams on supplier documentation and updating of safety certificates. • Developed a concept of traditional convenience meals (Home meal replacements) • worked functionally across teams ( marketing, supply chain ect)