Lorelei Mcinerny Email & Phone Number

Minneapolis, Mn, Us

St Paul, Minnesota, United States

Create monthly class calendars that reflect culinary trends, seasonality and customer requests. Coordinate with other chefs to create menus and recipes that fit the guidelines mentioned previously. Twice a year create private event menus and recipes based on feedback from event sales managers.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

Develop and write classes that aim to help the home cook gain confidence and skills in the kitchen. Create an inviting and fun, learning experience for all skill levels.

Provide a diverse range of services to my clients, including, but not limited to: developing weekly meal plans, purchasing the freshest and most nutritious ingredients, researching current nutritional information and collaborating with clients on meal options to satisfy their nutritional and taste requirements. I also specialize in collaborating with parents to create meals that will assist with weight loss in children and enjoy broadening children’s understanding of appropriate foods with… Show more Provide a diverse range of services to my clients, including, but not limited to: developing weekly meal plans, purchasing the freshest and most nutritious ingredients, researching current nutritional information and collaborating with clients on meal options to satisfy their nutritional and taste requirements. I also specialize in collaborating with parents to create meals that will assist with weight loss in children and enjoy broadening children’s understanding of appropriate foods with one-on-one educational opportunities in the kitchen. Show less

Seattle, Ballard

Design demo menu based on food trends and seasonality with emphasis on highlighting new products and increasing sales. Act as brand ambassador by creating a welcoming and informative experience for customers by answering their questions, offering food preparation advice and encouraging them to try and purchase new products. Develop innovative recipes using only three Trader Joe’s items.

Facilitate group cooking through demonstrations and one-on-one instruction in team building corporate events and parties. Create a positive and fun environment for learning. Coordinate with main office on event specifications, review recipes for grocery lists and equipment needs, lead and direct the team to ensure a successful class.

Create, test and write recipes with the busy home cook in mind. Style the food to look accurate and appealing in photoswww.cheflorelei.wordpress.comAwards: won the sweet potato recipe battle on gourmetfury.com and shesimmers.com websiteswww.gourmetfury.com/2010/03/sweet-potato-winner/

Assist clients in creating the event they desire.

Helped customers find the culinary instrument that would get them into the kitchen and start cooking.

I alternated as Instructor and Assistant Instructor with other professional chefs at the Viking Culinary Center. I taught a range of culinary styles including Italian, French, American, Asian and Mediterranean to classes ranging from 4 to 16 people. Teaching and assisting classes allowed me to organize and lead as well as offer hands-on help, advice and tips to both beginning and advanced students as they completed the preparation of full meals. Through preparation, step-by-step demonstration… Show more I alternated as Instructor and Assistant Instructor with other professional chefs at the Viking Culinary Center. I taught a range of culinary styles including Italian, French, American, Asian and Mediterranean to classes ranging from 4 to 16 people. Teaching and assisting classes allowed me to organize and lead as well as offer hands-on help, advice and tips to both beginning and advanced students as they completed the preparation of full meals. Through preparation, step-by-step demonstration and examples of techniques I made cooking fun and approachable to those new to cooking. Frequently Complimented on my thoroughness, patience and clarity when teaching. Also led cooking demonstrations to groups of up to 45. Show less

Specialized in the development of tasty and nutritious meals targeted toward the goal of assisting parents achieve the weight loss needs and goals of their children. Focused my knowledge of nutrition with my desire to expand the palette of young eaters in the creation of new recipe

Prepared evening meals that satisfied the clients preferences and dietary requirements. Catered dinner parties in their home for friends and family of the client.

Gained valuable experience in fast-paced, high-volume kitchens where my passion for precision and perfection were rewarded with respect and responsibility. Locations include Dakota (St. Paul, Minnesota), La Casa Sena (Santa Fe, New Mexico), Stars (San Francisco, California), Florio (San Francisco, CA) and the American Pavilion (Cannes, France).

Bachelor Of Science, Nutrition

I was 2 years into an Art History degree when I took a nutrition class to fulfill a science requirement. I was hooked! After 1 month.

Assosciates Degree, Culinary Arts

Activities and Societies: Soccer club Dean's List