Emily Kessler
About Emily Kessler
Emily Kessler is a Manager at The Wendy's Company, where she has worked since 2021. She has a background in food science and technology, with previous roles at Givaudan, Yum! Brands, and the Social Security Administration.
Current Role at The Wendy's Company
Emily Kessler has been serving as a Manager at The Wendy's Company since 2021. In this role, she oversees various operational aspects and contributes to the company's strategic initiatives. Her experience within the organization spans multiple positions, allowing her to leverage her expertise in culinary innovation and food technology.
Previous Experience at The Wendy's Company
Prior to her current position, Emily Kessler worked at The Wendy's Company in several capacities. She served as a Senior Specialist in Culinary Innovation from 2019 to 2021, focusing on developing new menu items. Additionally, she was a Food Technologist from 2013 to 2019, where she applied her knowledge of food science to enhance product quality and safety.
Experience at Givaudan
Emily Kessler worked as an Applications Technician at Givaudan from 2012 to 2013 in Cincinnati, OH. In this role, she contributed to the development and application of flavor solutions, utilizing her background in food science to support product innovation.
Education in Food Science and Technology
Emily Kessler earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science and Technology from The Ohio State University. Her studies, completed from 2008 to 2012, provided her with a solid foundation in food science principles, which she has applied throughout her career in various food industry roles.
Internships and Early Career
Emily Kessler gained early career experience through several internships. She worked as a KFC QA Product Standards Intern at Yum! Brands in 2011 and as an R&D Labeling Intern at AdvancePierre Foods in 2012. Additionally, she was a Summer Hire at the Social Security Administration from 2008 to 2010, which provided her with diverse work experience.