Daniel Buckner
Bowie,MD
Summary
Dynamic Culinary Arts Instructor with a robust background in the United States Navy, adept at fostering culinary skills and enforcing food safety regulations. Excelled in enhancing student capabilities through innovative teaching techniques and kitchen management, promoting teamwork and problem-solving. Achieved significant improvements in student culinary proficiency and sustainable practices.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Culinary Arts Instructor
United States Navy, Unit
08.2013 - 07.2017
- Established standards for instructors in training and classroom management.
- Taught basic cooking skills during both one-on-one and group classes.
- Supervised students in kitchen lab setting to maintain safety and efficiency targets.
- Encouraged sustainable practices in the culinary arts through lessons on sourcing local ingredients, reducing food waste, and implementing energy-efficient cooking methods.
- Organized guest lectures from industry professionals, exposing students to various career paths within the culinary field.
- Promoted a safe and hygienic kitchen environment by enforcing strict sanitation guidelines and proper food handling practices.
- Encouraged students to enhance recipes with personal style.
- Taught culinary theory and practice in Type environment, focusing on food production, food safety and restaurant operations.
- Identified program successes and failures based on student assessments and course reviews.
Ms 4
United States Navy, Boatswain's Mate
08.1992 - 07.1996
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Education
Bachelor Of Business - Marketing
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA06.1999
Skills
- Communication abilities
- Food Safety Regulations
- Sanitation Practices
- Food presentation
- Kitchen Management
- Demonstration skills
- Teaching techniques
- Culinary Terminology
- Sanitation Guidelines
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Culinary Arts Instructor
United States Navy, Unit
08.2013 - 07.2017
Ms 4
United States Navy, Boatswain's Mate
08.1992 - 07.1996
Bachelor Of Business - Marketing
Temple University