Danielle Rotella Email & Phone Number

Rehoboth, Ma, Us

Cranston Area Career And Technical Center

- Plan and deliver creative lessons utilizing ProStart curriculum coupled with current industry trends.- Work closely with co-teacher to provide continuity for students - Plan, organize, and facilitate events with "Falcons on the Fly" food truck

Woonsocket, Rhode Island, United States

- Plan and deliver creative lessons utilizing ProStart curriculum coupled with current industry trends.- Assisted in successful recertification with American Culinary Federation.- Organize extracurricular activities such as cooking competitions and catering events, providing real-world experience and community involvement opportunities for students.- Coordinate with special education staff to ensure accommodations were met for all students within the culinary arts program.- Serve as a mentor for students pursuing careers in the culinary field, offering guidance on potential pathways and helping them develop their professional portfolios.- Partner with local businesses to create internship placements for students interested in gaining hands-on work experience within the culinary industry.- Manage inventory of supplies and equipment for the culinary arts program, maintaining budgetary constraints without sacrificing quality education.- Earned a score of "highly proficient" on formal observation.

Providence, Rhode Island, United States

- Won first place award for "Best Dessert 2022" for the Rhode Island Vegan Chef Challenge.- Conducted research and development for seasonal menus staying current with industry trends.- Incorporated modern culinary techniques such as molecular gastronomy into traditional pastry recipes to create unique dessert offerings that set the establishment apart from competitors.- Solely produced daily and specialty desserts for the restaurant menu.- Tracked and ordered inventory for the entire restaurant including front of house, back of house, and the bar.- Cultivated relationships with suppliers to secure premium-quality ingredients at competitive prices.- Trained and managed all new kitchen staff members.

Woonsocket, Rhode Island, United States

- Instructs culinary students virtually and in-person.- Creates and carries out specialized lesson plans.- Mentors students to aid in achieving academic and personal goals.

Blackstone, Massachusetts, United States

- Facilitated day-to-day lessons through in-person and virtual learning platforms.- Maintained classroom and behavior management.- Participated in professional development and trainings regarding current teaching initiatives.

Providence, Rhode Island Area

- Planned and facilitated specialty menu items around various dietary restrictions.- Assisted in execution of banquet food and desserts for executive board meetings and events.- Demonstrated continuous effort to improve operations, streamline work processes, andwork cooperatively to achieve quality customer service.

Woonsocket, Rhode Island, United States

- Substitute teaching as needed throughout the district.- Instructed culinary students in cooking and baking demonstrations.- Provided support from start to finish for students first learning or practicing learned skills.- Oversaw and enforced proper food safety and sanitation procedures.

Warwick, Rhode Island

- Produced all varieties of cookie dough product.- Trained and managed new employees to maintain the existing quality of product.- Tracked and ordered inventory on a weekly basis.- Packaged and labeled baked goods with accurate descriptions and ingredients.- Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.- Conducted demonstrations at local stores where products were sold such as Whole Foods and Dave's Fresh Marketplace.

Rehoboth, Massachusetts

- Prepared a wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies and tarts by following traditional and modern recipes.- Solely completed wedding and specialty orders from start to finish.- Specialized in cake decor from gum paste, fondant, royal icing and deco paste.- Assisted guests in front of house relations.

Cranston, Rhode Island

- Managed pastry station during service hours and facilitated plated desserts.- Conducted sales forecast research, and developed seasonal menu items based on findings.- Managed inventory levels and placed orders for ingredients, maintaining sufficient stock levels while minimizing waste.

Master'S Degree, Culinary Teaching, 3.94 Gpa

Bachelor'S Degree, Baking And Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef, 4.0 Gpa

Associate Of Science - As, Baking And Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef, 4.0 Gpa