Chef Dene Lynn

Experience

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  St. Martin's Episcopal School

  Mar 2004 - Jan 2007

  Assistant Teacher

  CULTIVATED THE GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF 25 FIRST GRADE STUDENTS BY ASSISTING LEAD TEACHER IN ADMINISTERING PRIMARY AGE CURRICULUM; PRESENTED SUBJECT MATTER TO STUDENTS WITH TEAM APPROACH ALIGNED WITH LEAD TEACHER.

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  Young Chef's Academy

  Nov 2007 - Jan 2012

  Chef Instructor

  Instruct and maintain a safe and sanitary environment for students while learning hands on curriculum based on nutrition and healthy cookingPlan and prepare curriculum and recipes for classroom instruction Teach life skills classes with mentally impaired studentsHost birthday parties and specialty functions such as field tripsServe as ambassador for the company in the local community to promote healthy eating and cooking

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  William J Clinton Foundation/ Alliance for a Healthier Generation

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2010

  Intern

  RESEARCHED DATA AND METRICS FOR VARIOUS PROJECTS BASED ON CHILDHOOD OBESITY; MANAGED MULTIPLE PROJECTS, CORRESPONDED AND CULTIVATED RELATIONSHIPS WITH STAFF, AFFILIATES, AND YOUTH MEMBERS; COMMUNICATED & MARKETED THE MISSION AND CORE VALUES OF THE ALLIANCE TO THE PUBLIC, PARTNERS, AND PEERS; ACTIVATION OF MISSION IN THE COMMUNITY ON A GRASSROOTS LEVEL

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  Suzuki Learning Center

  Jan 2009 - Jan 2009

  Bright from the Start Nutrition Training

  Recognizing Infectious Disease in the Early Childhood SettingHealth and Hygiene in the Early Childhood SettingFood AllergiesNutrition I: The USDA Food Program and Meal PlanningNutrition II: Nutrition and Food Service in the Childcare Setting

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  The Suzuki School

  Mar 2009 - Jan 2011

  Chef

  Responsible for the daily operations of the kitchen, and provides professional leadership and cooperation with kitchen personnel. Ensures that all recipes, food preparations, and presentations meet specifications and commitment to quality. Maintains a safe, orderly and sanitized kitchen. Maintain budget and procure foodsMenu planningUse proper food-handling techniques.Teach students about healthy foodsPrepare nutritious and delicious meals for breakfast, lunch and snackFood procurement and preparationawareness of children's likes and prejudicescreative skill to present nutritious or new foods in an attractive WAYskill in making best use of available ingredients; plan methodically; Exibir menos

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  Atlanta Community Food Bank

  Jun 2009 - Jun 2010

  Hunger 101 Volunteer

  speak on the topic of food security and hunger with youth in the greater atlanta areaconduct group activitie Prepare support curriculum for educational tools to be taught at workshopsGirl Scouth Patch Project research and support

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  THE HAPPY FOOD DANCE

  Jun 2011 - now

  Founder & Chef

  Everyone deserves to eat a meal that makes them want to dance, sometimes it's the foxtrot and sometimes it's the slow groove. The Happy Food Dance is a unique opportunity to have incredible bites prepared by Culinarian Chef Dené and future culinary leaders in the industry. The Happy Food Dance Chef is passionate about Nutritious and Delicious service by promoting healthy eating and cooking techniques through culinary education.We are excited to work with programs involved in Public Health, Food Policy, Food Insecure Communities and Local Food Sourcing. Educating through Food is the force behind the incredible experience of enjoying a Happy Food Dance meal.The Happy Food Dance is elated to serve Culinary Masterpieces to Make Your Events Truly Unique and Memorable.We make your event/function a successful and unforgettable experience every time.The Happy Food Dance aims to provide their clientele custom made world class cuisine delivered with high quality service at very competitive prices that will fit every budget.Our goals are:1. To serve organic whenever possible for healthier food.2. To ensure clients satisfaction always.3. To continuously give quality service each and every time.Our Company has been in this business for 3 years. Our Management team collectively has 10 years experience between themselves. Our Chef has studied locally and abroad. The list of our satisfied clients speaks for itself. We are here to stay, and we aim to be a force in this industry for many years to come!It will be our pleasure to serve in your next event/function. The Happy Food Dance Exibir menos

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  Dekalb County School System

  Jan 2012 - Jun 2023

  Culinary Arts Teacher/ TSS/TSC

  TRAIN SPECIAL NEEDS YOUNG ADULTS IN THE PROFESSIONAL ARTS CAREER PATH. THIS INCLUDES PREPARING STUDENTS TO PARTICIPATE IN LOCAL, REGIONAL AND STATE COMPETITIONS. PROVIDE CLASSROOM DEMONSTRATIONS THAT SUPPORT LEARNING AND PRACTICAL APPLICATION. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE FOOD PROCUREMENT AND PREPARATION; FOOD PRODUCTION AND PLATING; KITCHEN ACCOUNTING; MENU PLANNING; NUTRITION INSTRUCTION AND COLLABORATION WITH TEACHING STAFF

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  Atlanta Botanical Garden

  Jun 2012 - now

  Edible Garden Educational Chef

  Work with the Education Department to create and select seasonal dishes featuring the produce and herbs in the Edible Garden.•Enhance the visitor experience through innovative, creative, entertaining, and inspiring demonstrations lasting 20-30 minutes in the Outdoor Kitchen. •Produce tastings during the demonstrations for visitors.•Manage all aspects of shopping, prepping, and cleaning. •Write and submit recipes, meeting given deadlines.•Oversee trained volunteers and delegate tasks related to cleaning, preparing food, and managing a crowd of visitors.•Conform to safe food handling, storage, service, and cleanliness requirements. Exibir menos

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  GAk12

  Jan 2015 - Jul 2020

  Culinary Arts Teacher
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  Les Dames d'Escoffier - Atlanta

  Jan 2022 - now

  Member/ VP Philanthropy

  LDEI is an invitational organization of women leaders in food, beverage and hospitality whose mission is education, scholarship and philanthropy.

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  Navigate Foundation

  Jun 2023 - now

  Instructional Manager