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AYŞECAN TÜFEKÇİOĞLU
FOOD STYLIST, RECIPE DEVELOPER
Istanbul
Summary
Dynamic food stylist and recipe developer with over 20 years of experience. Skilled in teamwork and prop styling, successfully delivering cohesive visual narratives for various media. Committed to elevating food aesthetics through meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
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2
Languages
15
15
Certifications
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Stylist, Recipe Developer and Consultant
Free Lance
06.2005 - Current
- Developed visually appealing food presentations for photography and video shoots of advertising campaigns and editorial features.
- Collaborated with photographers to create cohesive visual narratives that highlight key dishes.
- Provided constructive feedback on set designs to enhance the overall aesthetic of food photographs.
- Researched and sourced props, garnishes, and materials to enhance aesthetic appeal of food displays.
- Achieved desired visual effects by either using specialized tools such as blow torches, tweezers, brushes or improvising when it is necessary during styling sessions.
- Trained junior stylists on techniques for achieving optimal plating and presentation standards.
- Elevated brand image through meticulous attention to detail while styling dishes for packaging design purposes.
- Successfully met tight deadlines for multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrating exceptional time management skills.
- Organized food demos for food and home appliances companies at the trade shows and events in Turkey, France and Germany
- Developed custom recipes for clients
Corporate Chef
Electrolux Professional Turkey
01.2009 - 12.2009
- Led comprehensive training programs enhancing product knowledge and technical skills of employees.
- Led comprehensive training programs that enhanced product knowledge and technical skills, resulting in increased staff confidence.
- Organized cooking shows and demonstrations for corporate events and fairs, showcasing culinary talent and promoting brand engagement.
Chef De Partie
Divan Hotel Istanbul
2000 - 2004
- Prepared and presented high-quality dishes in accordance with hotel standards.
- Ensured consistent dish quality by closely adhering to recipe guidelines and presentation standards.
- Implemented quality control measures, ensuring consistency in food presentation and taste.
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Supported head chef in menu creation, incorporating seasonal ingredients for innovative dishes.
- Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
- Assisted in staff training, developing strong teamwork and consistency in dish preparation.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
- Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
- Complied with portion and serving sizes as per restaurant standards.
- Expanded culinary knowledge through continuous research on new techniques, flavors, and trends within the industry as a means of staying current with evolving consumer tastes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Boğaziçi University
Istanbul, Turkey1999
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Anadolu Üniversitesi
Eskişehir, Turkey2027
Skills
Culinary arts
Prop styling
Creative vision
Artistic sensibility
Recipe development
Innovative thinking
Continual learning
Teamwork
Client relations
Problem-solving
Adaptability and flexibility
Flexible schedule
Analytical thinking
Accomplishments
Represented Turkey in many international food shows in Turkey, France, Italy, UK and the U.S.A
Worked for several cookbook projects which were published in France.
Worked for an Irish Food Magazine for 2 years as a Food Stylist with an Irish Food Photographer.
Worked as a Food Stylist in several advertisement photo shootings in Egypt
Software
Apple's Office Programs
Photoshop
Certification
ONLINE FOOD STYLING COURSE, LISA GOLDEN SCHROEDER, USA
Interests
Travelling
Applied arts
Timeline
Corporate Chef
Electrolux Professional Turkey
01.2009 - 12.2009
Food Stylist, Recipe Developer and Consultant
Free Lance
06.2005 - Current
Chef De Partie
Divan Hotel Istanbul
2000 - 2004
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Anadolu Üniversitesi
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Boğaziçi University
CONFERENCES
- Attendee: The Food Styling and Photography Conference, Boston 2009
- Attendee: The Food Styling and Photography Conference, Boston 2011
- Attendee: The FoodPhoto Festival, Denmark 2015
- Attendee: The FoodPhoto Festival, Denmark 2017