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Education
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Jozsias Szarka

Marquette General Hospital / HHS
Marquette,MI
Jozsias Szarka
14
years of professional experience

Accomplished culinary and education professional with expertise in food preparation, kitchen leadership, and product procurement. Developed innovative menus and managed culinary teams while overseeing inventory. Fostered collaborative learning environments in laboratory, lecture, and culinary settings, enhancing student support and independence. Skilled in classroom management, purchasing software, and inventory control.

Work History

Culinary Purchaser/Buyer

11 Months
Marquette General Hospital / HHS | 08.2025 - Current
  • Delivery/receiving management, Product quality control, product movement & rotation, Outgoing shipment management & billing, Bulk storage organization, Product waste management, Management of ~$60,000 dollars in merchandise per week.

Kitchen Supervisor

1 Year 6 Months
Marquette Food Co-op | 02.2024 - 08.2025
  • Supervised kitchen staff to ensure adherence to food safety standards, Created high-quality menus and featured items to enhance customer satisfaction, Maintained quality control while managing food preparation and rotation processes, Support & maintain
  • Supervised daily kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to food safety standards and quality control protocols.
  • Trained and mentored kitchen staff on best practices for food preparation and presentation.

Graduate Assistant / Instructor

2 Years 9 Months
Northern Michigan University | 08.2021 - 05.2024
  • Coordinated lab and lecture content for courses: Human Anatomy & Physiology I & II, Plant Physiology, The Plant Kingdom, Intro to Biology, Life Science for Educators, Intro to Education, Dimensions of American Education, enhancing student understanding and engagement, Developed lecture materials, exams, and study guides to support student learning and assessment, Oversaw management of labs and classroom technology, ensuring seamless operation and effective learning environment
  • Designed and delivered engaging instructional materials for diverse student populations.
  • Facilitated interactive discussions to enhance student understanding and retention of course content.

Line Cook

2 Years 5 Months
Iron Bay Restaurant & Drinkery | 08.2021 - 01.2024
  • Prepared food according to recipes and specifications for consistent quality. Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen to ensure safe and efficient food preparation
  • Executed high-quality food preparation in fast-paced kitchen environment.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations adhering to health regulations.

Line Cook / Shift Lead

3 Years 7 Months
Crystal Mountain Resort | 05.2018 - 12.2021
  • Oversaw kitchen operations during shifts, ensuring efficient service and adherence to quality standards, Developed training materials and mentored new staff to enhance onboarding experience and team integration
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations in compliance with health regulations.

Line Cook

1 Year 9 Months
Casa Calabria | 08.2019 - 05.2021

Line Cook

9 Months
Vango’s Pizza & Cocktail Lounge | 08.2018 - 05.2019

Line Cook / Server / Host

5 Years 3 Months
Coho Cafe | 05.2012 - 08.2017

Dock Hand

3 Months
Crystal Lake Marina | 05.2016 - 08.2016
  • Delivered and maintained marine equipment to ensure operational readiness, Installed and uninstalled docks and hoists, facilitating safe and efficient access to water, Provided customer service and safety training to enhance client satisfaction and promote safety awareness
  • Operated dock equipment and machinery to facilitate boat loading and unloading.
  • Assisted customers with mooring and securing vessels at docks.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of dock areas for safety compliance.

Education

Master of Science - Post-secondary Biology Education

Northern Michigan University | Marquette, MI | 2023

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Northern Michigan University | Marquette, MI | 2021

Associate of Science - Biology

Northern Michigan University | Marquette, MI | 2021

Skills

Recipe creation
ServSafe & Food safety
Adult education
Physical & Online Classroom management
VR teaching
Support animal classroom integration
Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
Demand forecasting
Supplier/Vendor relationship management
Staff & Student Supervision & Management
Purchase order processing
Inventory management

Affiliations

  • VP, Biology Graduate Student Association, NMU (2023)
  • Chair, Graduate Student Association Revival Committee (2022 - 2023)
  • Member, DECA

Timeline

Culinary Purchaser/Buyer

Marquette General Hospital / HHS
08.2025 - CurrentRead More

Kitchen Supervisor

Marquette Food Co-op
02.2024 - 08.2025Read More

Graduate Assistant / Instructor

Northern Michigan University
08.2021 - 05.2024Read More

Line Cook

Iron Bay Restaurant & Drinkery
08.2021 - 01.2024Read More

Line Cook

Casa Calabria
08.2019 - 05.2021Read More

Line Cook

Vango’s Pizza & Cocktail Lounge
08.2018 - 05.2019Read More

Line Cook / Shift Lead

Crystal Mountain Resort
05.2018 - 12.2021Read More

Dock Hand

Crystal Lake Marina
05.2016 - 08.2016Read More

Line Cook / Server / Host

Coho Cafe
05.2012 - 08.2017Read More

Northern Michigan University

Master of Science from Post-secondary Biology Education
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Northern Michigan University

Bachelor of Science from Biology
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Northern Michigan University

Associate of Science from Biology
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Jozsias Szarka