Orla McFadden

Orla McFadden possesses extensive experience in the food industry, primarily in technical management roles at Tesco from April 2019 to October 2022. At Tesco, Orla held positions such as Technical Manager for Grocery Free From and Primary Poultry, along with participation in a Technical Science Graduate Programme. Key responsibilities included managing the technical critical path for new products, overseeing quality control, and addressing customer feedback across various categories including beverages, snacks, and bakery items. Prior to Tesco, Orla gained valuable experience as a Technical Assistant at Kerry Foods, focusing on specifications and internal auditing. An early career began as a Sales Advisor at schuh, complemented by a First Class Honours degree in Food Quality, Safety, and Nutrition from Queen's University Belfast.