Erika Cook
Corinth,TX
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven ability to enhance team collaboration and drive leadership initiatives at Denton ISD. Achievements include significant improvements in kitchen efficiency and sanitation standards through effective food production management and staff supervision. Exceptional verbal communication and problem-solving skills contribute to fostering educational growth as a Math Teacher, while maintaining high-quality standards in culinary and academic environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Denton ISD
Denton, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures and quality standards.
- Trained employees on cooking techniques, safety standards and performance strategies.
- Monitored sanitation practices to ensure that all employees adhere to health department regulations.
- Supervised food production processes ensuring high quality standards were met throughout each stage of preparation.
- Revitalized the cafeteria at LaGrone Academy, resulting in increased student engagement and a daily sales average of $900.
Math Teacher
Lake Dallas ISD
Lake Dallas, TX
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Provided individualized instruction to students with learning difficulties.
- Prepared, administered and graded assignments and examinations.
- Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students.
- Initiated and facilitated classroom discussions to expand students' understanding of mathematical concepts.
Math Teacher
Responsive Education Solutions
Coppell, TX
06.2018 - 05.2022
- Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students.
- Administered tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and knowledge of course materials.
- Taught various kinds of math at standard, remedial and advanced levels.
- Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Argosy University
Orange, CA06-2007
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Albuquerque, NM06-2000
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Albuquerque Technical Vocational Institute
Albuquerque, NM05-1997
Skills
- Food production management
- Staff supervision
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Menu development
- Policy and procedure enforcement
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Nutritional knowledge
- Catering coordination
- Verbal and written communication
- Problem-solving
- Sanitation standards
- Multitasking and organization
Certification
- Licensed Teacher in Math and Hospitality
- Taught Always food safe to my students as well as hold the certificate.
Accomplishments
- Golden Apple award in secondary Mathematics
Affiliations
- Traveling
- Member of a motorcycle club
Specialized Skills
My love of Culinary has followed me throughout my life regardless of the job title. I always volunteer for any event involving food. I am very organized and exceptional at multitasking. I have ran countless concession stands, nonprofit dinners and fundraising events. My teaching experience enhances my ability to work with and direct others. I have very high standards and expectations of my students. I have all the required talents and abilities to not only do the job, but to excel and elevate the dining hall experience.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Denton ISD
07.2023 - Current
Math Teacher
Lake Dallas ISD
08.2022 - 05.2023
Math Teacher
Responsive Education Solutions
06.2018 - 05.2022
- Licensed Teacher in Math and Hospitality
- Taught Always food safe to my students as well as hold the certificate.
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Argosy University
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Albuquerque Technical Vocational Institute
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