Michael Stubblefield
Decatur,Illinois
Summary
Passionate culinary educator with a strong track record in student mentorship and performance evaluation. Known for organizing engaging culinary competitions that promote teamwork and creativity.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Culinary Instructor
Heartland Technical Academy
Decatur , IL
08.2021 - Current
- Developed lesson plans for culinary techniques and kitchen safety.
- Instructed students in food preparation and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated proper use of kitchen equipment and tools.
- Facilitated hands-on cooking sessions to enhance student learning.
- Evaluated student performance through practical assessments and feedback.
- Organized culinary competitions to enhance teamwork and creativity among students.
- Updated curriculum materials to align with industry standards.
- Mentored students in culinary careers, guiding their development and professional aspirations.
- Evaluated student progress through written tests and practical demonstrations of skill level.
- Supervised student activities both inside and outside the classroom while adhering to school regulations.
- Provided guidance on the preparation of food items such as sauces, stocks, soups, salads, vegetables, meat, poultry, fish and desserts.
- Monitored budget allocations for supplies needed for instructional purposes.
- Developed class materials such as handouts, visual aids and recipes for use in teaching classes.
- Ensured that all kitchen safety policies were followed by staff and students during lessons.
- Collaborated with other instructors in planning events such as cook-offs or competitions for students.
- Assessed student performance in areas such as knife skills and recipe accuracy.
- Advised students about career opportunities available within the culinary arts field.
- Established a safe learning environment that encouraged student expression and creativity.
- Taught basic nutrition principles to equip students with the knowledge necessary for healthy eating habits.
- Demonstrated various cooking techniques to students using modern equipment and tools.
- Encouraged creative thinking among students when preparing meals or dishes so they could develop their own unique styles.
- Organized field trips to local businesses related to the culinary arts such as restaurants or catering companies.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress throughout the course.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of trends in the culinary industry to ensure course content was relevant to current practices.
Food Service Manager
Richland Community College
Decatur, Illinois
08.2017 - 10.2021
- Managed daily food service operations at an educational institution.
- Oversaw menu planning to ensure variety and nutritional balance.
- Implemented quality control measures for food preparation standards to maintain high quality and safety.
- Trained and supervised food service staff in safety protocols to enhance compliance and reduce risks.
- Developed training programs to enhance staff performance and efficiency.
- Conducted hiring and training of team members to improve skills and teamwork.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations in food handling practices.
- Coordinated inventory management for kitchen supplies and equipment to ensure availability and minimize waste.
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Richland Community College
Decatur, IL06-2016
Skills
- Culinary techniques
- Cooking techniques
- Menu planning
- Food production oversight
- Quality control
- Kitchen management
- Inventory management
- Kitchen safety
- Sanitation practices
- Allergy awareness
- Knife skills
- Food presentation
- Cost-effective sourcing
- Creative problem solving
- Team building
- Effective communication
Timeline
Culinary Instructor
Heartland Technical Academy
08.2021 - Current
Food Service Manager
Richland Community College
08.2017 - 10.2021
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Richland Community College