Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Education Specialist A/B
Department Of Corrections
06.2010 - Current
Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group projects into lesson plans.
Developed curriculum materials that aligned with state standards, ensuring comprehensive coverage of required content.
Collaborated with other teachers to share best practices and implement effective teaching strategies across the school.
Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills by integrating problem-solving tasks and real-world applications into lessons.
Executive Chef / Owner
FIVE BAYS BISTRO
06.2002 - Current
Purchased a failing restaurant and created a thriving fine dining/catering operation
Redesigned new kitchen, selected and purchased appliances, added bar, hired new staff
Initiated new accounting system and changed purveyors
Created a menu consisting of fusion cuisine (French, Italian, American Asian)
Developed successful off-site catering operation (with bookings that range from small in-home dinner parties to special functions for 400 guests)
Education
Bachelor of Arts - American Studies
University of Boston
Boston, MA
12.2012
Associates in Culinary Arts - Restaurant And Culinary Management
Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY
06.1993
Skills
Budgeting Understanding
Lesson Planning
Behavior Management
[State] Teaching Certification
Student Motivation and Engagement
Safety Protocols
Activities
Boston Pops for the Arts Foundation on Hyannis Green, Active participant in local charity events, donating food and prep time
Menu Planning
Pantry Control
Butchering
Creative Plating
Safe Food Handling Procedures
Costing Menus
Purchasing / Rotating Stock
Time Management
Staffing / Problem Resolution
Taste and See" - Our Lady of Victory Church Fundraiser, Oyster Harbors Country Club
United Way Fundraisers at Wianno Club Country Club