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Felicia Juarez

Washington,D.C.

Summary

Accomplished Culinary Specialist with a proven track record in the United States Coast Guard, adept at project planning and inventory management. Excelled in high-pressure environments, successfully executing over 180 events and managing a monthly budget of $17,000. Member of the American Culinary Federation, hold a Certified Executive Chef certification and a current proctor for exams.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Enlisted Aide/Culinary Specialist

United States Coast Guard
06.2020 - Current
  • Developed menus and meal plans which met personnel needs, utilizing available supplies and within budget restrictions.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
  • Procured fresh rations for each event, sole government purchase card holder
  • Maintained records and awareness of unique dietary restrictions or allergies of personnel, accommodating needs in meal preparation.
  • Prepared and served food to a minimum of 70 personnel per event
  • Planned and executed over 180 events that include a variety of service that include but are not limited to: buffet, passed, coursed, State of the Coast Guard, holiday parties
  • Set up and broke down kitchen for service.

Duty Cook/ Culinary Specialist

United States Coast Guard
05.2018 - 06.2020
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
  • Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
  • Managed a monthly budget of $17,000
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.

Culinary Arts Instructor

Pasadena Independent School District
08.2012 - 07.2017
  • Lead Instructor for a 150 student program, involved sales, competition, and on and off site catering
  • Developed and implemented creative lesson plans to reach diverse student audience.
  • Supervised students in kitchen lab setting to maintain safety and efficiency targets.
  • Taught culinary theory and practice in classroom environment, focusing on food production, food safety and restaurant operations.
  • Fostered positive learning environment by developing curriculum and instructional support that targeted and engaged students.
  • Trained winning teams to participate in culinary competitions, developing student skills and confidence.
  • Directed college-level instruction along with full service restaurant and catering management and operation.
  • Monitored food production for quality, safety, and adherence to establishment standards.
  • Coached junior chefs on cooking techniques and performance strategies.
  • Engaged students in academic and practical conversations that elicited critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication.
  • Kept updated with developments in subject area curriculum, technical, and career trends and teaching resources and methods.
  • Collaborated with colleagues and improved teaching practices through professional learning communities and student retention meetings.
  • Connected instruction to real-world experiences and to students' post-secondary goals.
  • Maintained laboratory with equipment, tools and supplies to meet course needs.
  • Identified program successes and failures based on student assessments and course reviews.
  • Encouraged students to enhance recipes with personal style.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nutritional Sciences

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
05.2012

Skills

  • Project Planning
  • Inventory Management
  • Scheduling
  • Customer Service
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Supply Restocking
  • Verbal Communication
  • Housekeeping abilities

Certification

Certified Executive Chef MARCH 2023

American Culinary Federation Exam Evaluator MARCH 2024

ServSafe Manager

Timeline

Enlisted Aide/Culinary Specialist

United States Coast Guard
06.2020 - Current

Duty Cook/ Culinary Specialist

United States Coast Guard
05.2018 - 06.2020

Culinary Arts Instructor

Pasadena Independent School District
08.2012 - 07.2017

Bachelor of Science - Nutritional Sciences

Texas Tech University

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