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Maria Carey

Battle Creek,MI

Summary

Accomplished culinary professional with a proven track record at Creative Dining Service, excelling in menu development and virtual cooking classes. Adept at problem-solving and fostering teamwork, I drive operational efficiency and quality control. Skilled in pastries, I leverage market insights to enhance service offerings and achieve growth.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Kitchen Proper

Tony Davis
05.2024 - Current
  • 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.
  • Head of Catering Department, cost control, menu development, orchestrate catering events.
  • Pastry Chef

General Manager/Executive Chef

Creative Dining Service
11.2018 - 05.2024
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and standards.
  • Implemented process improvements, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing delays.
  • Developed training programs for staff, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing.
  • On trend development of menus
  • Virtual cooking classes for clients during covid

Owner

Continental Pastries and Deli
05.2008 - 11.2018
  • Oversaw financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control initiatives
  • Menu development
  • Proficient in all baking skills
  • Managed day-to-day business operations
  • Managed 60 employees

Education

Associate of Arts - Culinary

The Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY
11.1990

Skills

  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Pastries
  • working with students

Certification

ServSafe Certified

ServSafe Allergen Certified

Timeline

Kitchen Proper

Tony Davis
05.2024 - Current

General Manager/Executive Chef

Creative Dining Service
11.2018 - 05.2024

Owner

Continental Pastries and Deli
05.2008 - 11.2018

Associate of Arts - Culinary

The Culinary Institute of America
Maria Carey