Lydia Ducker
About Lydia Ducker
Lydia Ducker is a Product Technologist with extensive experience in the food industry, including roles in quality management and new product development. She has worked for notable companies such as Krispy Kreme, itsu, and The Jamie Oliver Group.
Current Role at Krispy Kreme
Lydia Ducker has been serving as a Product Technologist at Krispy Kreme since 2020. In this role, she focuses on the development and improvement of product offerings, ensuring they meet quality and safety standards. Her experience in the food industry allows her to contribute effectively to the innovation and enhancement of Krispy Kreme's product line.
Previous Experience in Food Technology
Prior to her current position, Lydia Ducker worked at The Jamie Oliver Group as a Food Technologist from 2017 to 2019. She was responsible for various aspects of food product development and quality assurance. Additionally, she served as an Ingredient Technologist at itsu from 2019 to 2020, where she focused on ingredient quality and compliance.
Background in Quality Management
Lydia Ducker has experience in quality management, having worked as a Quality Manager at The Beechdean Group for three months in 2017. In this role, she ensured that products met established quality standards. She also held the position of Specification Technologist at the same company from 2014 to 2017, where she developed and maintained product specifications.
Education and Qualifications
Lydia Ducker studied at the University of Surrey, where she earned a BSc (Hons) in Food Science and Nutrition from 2009 to 2013. Prior to that, she completed her A-Levels at The Chalfonts Community College from 2007 to 2009 and achieved GCSEs at The Royal Masonic School for Girls from 2002 to 2007. Her educational background supports her expertise in food technology and nutrition.
Experience in Retail and Food Service
Lydia Ducker has a diverse background that includes experience in both retail and food service sectors, as well as manufacturing. This multifaceted experience has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the food industry, enhancing her ability to contribute to product development and quality assurance.