Marah Hudson
Tallahassee
Summary
Adept at cooking skills and fostering supportive environments, I've excelled in roles from Cook Specialist at Creativibe Catering to Principal at VOW NOW ACADEMY. My career is marked by a commitment to quality, innovative menu development, and enhancing educational outcomes, achieving significant improvements in kitchen efficiency and student performance. Talented Cook with excellent experience in prep kitchen environments. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with all kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking with up-to-date food handling permit and certificate.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Specialist
Creativibe Catering
11.2022 - Current
- Provided exceptional support during peak hours to maintain fast-paced service without compromising dish quality or presentation.
- Managed food costs effectively while maintaining high-quality ingredients sourced from local vendors when possible.
- Efficiently executed large catering orders, ensuring accurate preparation within tight time constraints for seamless event service.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new recipes as menu items rotated seasonally or based on availability.
- Increased repeat business by consistently executing delicious meals that exceeded guest expectations.
- Focused on continuous improvement through ongoing study of current culinary trends and techniques, sharing knowledge with fellow team members to elevate overall kitchen performance.
- Streamlined meal preparation by organizing workstations for optimal efficiency and productivity.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by preparing high-quality, flavorful dishes in a timely manner.
- Implemented cost-saving measures through careful monitoring of portion sizes and ingredient usage.
- Assisted in training new hires on proper cooking techniques, equipment usage, and kitchen protocols.
- Developed new menu items, incorporating diverse flavors and cultural influences for an innovative dining experience.
Principal
VOW NOW ACADEMY
08.2021 - 06.2024
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
- Administered personnel policies and procedures and approved professional staff additions.
- Increased teacher effectiveness through comprehensive coaching, professional development opportunities, and mentorship programs.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Addressed discipline issues promptly while maintaining fairness; sustaining positive relationships among faculty members.
Teacher
Nims Middle School
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Teacher
Fairview Middle School
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
Education
Master of Science - Master of Education in Educational Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ08.2020
Master of Science - Criminology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL07.2016
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05.2011
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05.2011
Skills
- Knife Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Ingredient Knowledge
- Frying techniques
- Sanitation Procedures
- Food presentation
- Food Storage
- Menu development
- Food safety practices
- Plating techniques
Timeline
Cook Specialist
Creativibe Catering
11.2022 - Current
Principal
VOW NOW ACADEMY
08.2021 - 06.2024
Teacher
Nims Middle School
08.2020 - 05.2021
Teacher
Fairview Middle School
08.2018 - 05.2020
Master of Science - Master of Education in Educational Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Master of Science - Criminology
Florida State University
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
Florida State University
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Florida State University