Pamela Darr
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience from a unique foodservice background. Who has a talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructor
Sinclair Community College
10.2019 - 10.2021
- Instruct current semester kitchen labs and academic courses to approximately 20 students per class on site at an Ohio Correctional Institution
- Ensure American Culinary Federation student competences are met
- Administer homework, quizzes, and tests
- Write syllabi for each class in accordance with Sinclair Community College requirements.
Instructor
Columbus Culinary Institute at Bradford School
07.2016 - 02.2020
- Instruct current kitchen labs and academic courses to approximately 150 students
- 85% passing rate of total student population first time testing of ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
Chef
Nationwide Children's Hospital
10.2015 - 06.2016
- Prepared meals and snacks for 5-10 outpatient clients per day
- Followed all dietary restrictions in accordance to each individuals written plan
- Up to 30 meals and snacks for families on Saturdays
- Led or assisted in bi-weekly hands on 'Food Reintroduction' classes.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Food Service Coordinator
S. Wilson Pollock Center for Industrial Training
08.1988 - 04.2012
- Responsible for the training of 5-10 persons with disabilities in foodservice skills each year
- Responsible for all fiscal requirements for catering, in-house and contractual programs
- Increased catering business and in-house lunch business by 10% each year
- Prepared in-house meals for 100 - 150 trainees and staff
- Managed 2 Federal contracts (Military and I.C.E.) 15,000 boxed lunches annually for the local Military Entrance Processing Station
- 4,800 boxed lunches annually for I.C.E
- Managed 1 State contract.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary
Columbus Culinary Institute At Bradford School
Columbus, Ohio01.2015
Skills
Many years of professional culinary experience
Broad Culinary scope consisting of academic and kitchen lab courses
Strong Communication Skills
Public Speaking
Class Instruction
Understanding of learning styles
Curriculum Development
Ability to motivate students
Certification
No current certifications.
Willing to participate in achieving certifications as needed.
Accomplishments
- Honors Graduate
- Who's Who Among Students in American Universities & Colleges
- Columbus Chapter ACF Student of the Year 2015
Professional Highlights
- Broad instructional scope consisting of academic and kitchen lab courses such as Global Beverages, Safety & Sanitation, Introduction to the Culinary Profession, Purchasing, Purchasing Cost Control, Menu Planning, Skills, Soup & Sauces, Meats & Poultry, Seafood, Garde Manger and Regional & Global Cuisine
- Consistently ranked one of the top performing instructors
Volunteer Experience
- Sanitation Judge, FCCLA Competition, 2016-2019
- Sanitation Judge, Pro Start Competition, 2016-2019
- Flavored Nation, 2018
Timeline
Instructor
Sinclair Community College
10.2019 - 10.2021
Instructor
Columbus Culinary Institute at Bradford School
07.2016 - 02.2020
Chef
Nationwide Children's Hospital
10.2015 - 06.2016
Food Service Coordinator
S. Wilson Pollock Center for Industrial Training
08.1988 - 04.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary
Columbus Culinary Institute At Bradford School
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