Ms McAlpine
Teacher
Wilmington,CA
Summary
Motivated culinary Teacher offering over 32 years of experience in food preparation. High standards for taste and quality with expertise maintaining profitable margins. Superior communication and leadership skills.
Energetic Teacher with 3 years of experience preparing appetizing menu items at Home. Multi-talented at cooking wide variety of items using Measuring and Knife skills. Service-oriented and skilled at fulfilling special requests. Hardworking and enthusiastic
Teacher trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success.
Detail-oriented professional with background creating delicious dishes. Dedicated to delivering highest quality customer service. Expert at succeeding in high pressure environments while remaining calm. Safety-minded when carefully following food handling regulations and procedures.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Hospitality and Culinary Arts Teacher
Phineas Banning High School
Wilmington, CA
08.1991 - 06.2023
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
- Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Developed menus, pricing and special food offerings to increase revenue and customer satisfaction.
- Enhanced culinary skills of students by utilizing engaging teaching methods and hands-on learning experiences.
- Increased student proficiency in culinary techniques through demonstration and guided practice.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans focusing on essential culinary concepts, leading to improved student understanding.
- Provided individualized support for students, catering to their unique learning needs and fostering a positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with other culinary arts instructors to share best practices and resources, resulting in more effective teaching strategies.
- Implemented innovative teaching methods such as project-based learning, increasing student engagement in the curriculum.
- Organized and led field trips to local restaurants and food industry events, exposing students to real-world applications of culinary arts skills.
- Established strong relationships with industry professionals, providing networking opportunities and guest speakers for classes.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formative assessments and provided constructive feedback on their work.
- Coordinated with special education staff to ensure accommodations were met for all students within the culinary arts program.
- Participated in professional development workshops focused on current trends in culinary arts education, applying new knowledge to enhance course offerings.
- Promoted a culture of collaboration among students by incorporating group projects that foster teamwork and communication skills within the context of culinary arts activities.
- Evaluated student performance through practical exams demonstrating mastery of culinary skills, leading to a high rate of success in post-secondary education and employment opportunities.
- Served as a mentor for students pursuing careers in the culinary field, offering guidance on potential pathways and helping them develop their professional portfolios.
- Adjusted instruction to facilitate student mastery.
- Used innovative techniques to motivate student interest and enthusiasm for subject.
Education
High School Diploma -
Paramount High School
Boligee, AL 09.1973 - 05.1977
Bachelor of Science - Food Science And Nutrition
Alabama A & M University
Normal, AL 08.1977 - 05.1981
Skills
- Recipes and menu planning
- Institutional and Batch Cooking
- Food Spoilage Prevention
- Food Presentation
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Cleaning and Organization
Affiliations
- American Dietetics Association
- Zeta Phi Beta Sorority
- Los Angeles Civic and Social Club, Inc.
cook, hike and exercising
I cook for my family and sometimes for elderly in the neighborhood
I love to hike at Griffith Park
I am a member of 24-fitness in Harbor City. I exercise three times per week
Timeline
Hospitality and Culinary Arts Teacher
Phineas Banning High School
08.1991 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Food Science And Nutrition
Alabama A & M University
08.1977 - 05.1981
High School Diploma -
Paramount High School
09.1973 - 05.1977