Hello! I'm Maria Inês Cerveira Bandarra, a food engineer with hands-on experience in HACCP, IFS, and production hygiene. I’m passionate about turning rigorous safety standards and nutrition insights into real-world improvements that keep people safe and products high quality. Beyond the lab and the line, I enjoy creating engaging content that explains science and food safety. I’ve built UGC and Creator content for social channels and campaigns, and I love collaborating across diverse teams, including international settings through experiences like Erasmus in Poland and work in the Netherlands.

Maria Inês Cerveira Bandarra

Hello! I'm Maria Inês Cerveira Bandarra, a food engineer with hands-on experience in HACCP, IFS, and production hygiene. I’m passionate about turning rigorous safety standards and nutrition insights into real-world improvements that keep people safe and products high quality. Beyond the lab and the line, I enjoy creating engaging content that explains science and food safety. I’ve built UGC and Creator content for social channels and campaigns, and I love collaborating across diverse teams, including international settings through experiences like Erasmus in Poland and work in the Netherlands.

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Hello! I’m Maria Inês Cerveira Bandarra, a food engineer with hands-on experience in HACCP, IFS, and production hygiene. I’m passionate about turning rigorous safety standards and nutrition insights into real-world improvements that keep people safe and products high quality.

Beyond the lab and the line, I enjoy creating engaging content that explains science and food safety. I’ve built UGC and Creator content for social channels and campaigns, and I love collaborating across diverse teams, including international settings through experiences like Erasmus in Poland and work in the Netherlands.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent

Work Experience

Curricular stage at Aliança Vinhos Portugal, SA
September 30, 2020 - September 30, 2020
Coordinated and supported the implementation of HACCP and IFS Food Safety Management Systems across multiple client sites. Menu management and Nutrition. Developed and maintained Risk Inventories and Evaluations and Task Risk Analyses for different production environments. Advised companies on legal compliance, workplace safety, and hygiene standards within the food industry. Delivered staff training on hygiene, allergen control, and good manufacturing practices. Supported incident investigations and proposed preventive and corrective actions to ensure continuous improvement.
Room Manager at VS - Consultoria Alimentar
January 1, 2018 - October 27, 2025
Table service; Cashier responsible.
Pharmacy Assistant at Restaurante Albatroz Lda
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Organize medicines; Take COVID tests
Shopper at Anadia Pharmacy
February 28, 2024 - February 28, 2024
Communicate with supervisors to obtain information needed to perform job duties. Ensure high customer satisfaction by processing orders quickly and making appropriate selections. Maintain warehouse conveyors and machinery, keeping them clean, safe, and resolving collisions when necessary.
Equipment Operator at PicNic
September 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
Operation and troubleshooting of automated material handling equipment. Resolution of material flow issues and troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and computer systems. Basic system maintenance. Efficient management and organization of products and materials.
Area Lead at Witron
September 1, 2024 - October 27, 2025
Supervise and coordinate the operation team in the assigned area. Ensure efficiency and safety of daily operations. Monitor team performance and provide continuous feedback. Train and develop team members to optimize performance. Identify and resolve operational issues proactively. Collaborate with other areas to ensure smooth process flow. Implement and monitor quality and safety procedures. Report metrics and results to senior leadership.
Expert User Generate Content (UGC) and Creator content at Witron
August 22, 2024 - October 27, 2025
Produce engaging, direct-response UGC videos and photos for organic social channels and paid media campaigns. Create aesthetic social media content, including drone footage, walkthroughs, and itinerary videos for hotels or Airbnb Instagram and TikTok pages. Provide result-driven creative strategy consulting. Offer independent or combined services: -Creator sourcing, concept ideation, and scriptwriting. -Post-campaign performance analysis for strategic optimization.
UGC Creator / Content Creator at Maria UGC
August 22, 2024 - October 27, 2025

Education

Master in Food Engineering at Agricultural University in Coimbra
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2023
Degree in Food Technology at Agricultural University in Coimbra
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2019
12th Year - Socioeconomic Sciences at Anadia School Group
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2016
Safety Technician in the Workplace at Cognos
January 11, 2030 - October 27, 2025
Initial Pedagogical Training for Trainers (CAP) at Coimbra
January 11, 2030 - October 27, 2025
Dietetics and Nutrition Training at Training House
January 11, 2030 - October 27, 2025
Nutritionist Course at ISSA II Meetings of Higher Studies in Gastronomy, School of Hospitality and Tourism of Coimbra
January 11, 2030 - October 27, 2025
Hygiene and Food Safety Training at ADAPCDE, Coimbra
January 11, 2030 - October 27, 2025
Bronze Certificate at International House, Coimbra
January 11, 2030 - October 27, 2025
Erasmus+ at University of Life Sciences, Poznan (Poland)
January 11, 2030 - October 27, 2025

Qualifications

Initial Pedagogical Training for Trainers (CAP)
January 11, 2030 - October 27, 2025
Bronze Certificate
January 11, 2030 - October 27, 2025
Hygiene and Food Safety Training
January 11, 2030 - October 27, 2025
Safety Technician in the Workplace
January 11, 2030 - October 27, 2025
Erasmus+
January 11, 2030 - October 27, 2025

Industry Experience

Agriculture & Mining, Life Sciences, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Travel & Hospitality