Mandy Lowe
Freeport
Summary
Dynamic educator and culinary expert with a proven track record at St. Paul's Methodist College and Gourmet Kitchens. Excel in innovative lesson planning and menu development, enhancing student engagement and customer satisfaction. Skilled in relationship building and food safety, consistently achieving high standards and fostering growth. Adaptable and detail-oriented, driving success across diverse environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
St. Paul's Methodist College
08.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student participation and critical thinking skills.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and provided constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate interdisciplinary approaches in teaching strategies.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Pastry Chef
Gourmet Kitchen Company
03.2012 - 02.2019
- Developed and executed innovative pastry recipes, enhancing menu offerings and customer satisfaction.
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to safety and hygiene standards during production processes.
- Streamlined baking processes, improving efficiency and reducing waste in high-volume environments.
- Mentored junior pastry chefs, fostering skills development and improving team performance.
- Collaborated with culinary team to design seasonal dessert menus aligned with market trends.
- Researched new techniques and ingredients, integrating modern practices into traditional pastry methods.
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
- Developed cross-functional relationships with other departments, ensuring smooth operations and timely completion of tasks during special events or peak business hours.
- Produced allergy-friendly gluten-, dairy- and egg-free variations of classic recipes.
- Consistently met tight deadlines for special orders, ensuring client satisfaction and repeat business.
- Maintained strict adherence to health and safety standards, ensuring clean and safe working environment.
Chef
Our Lucaya
05.2009 - 01.2012
- Developed innovative menu items to enhance guest experience and drive customer satisfaction.
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety standards and operational efficiency.
- Streamlined food preparation processes, reducing waste and optimizing ingredient usage.
- Trained junior chefs on culinary techniques and kitchen protocols to enhance team performance.
Office Administrative Assistant
D.E.L. Purchasing & Freight Services Ltd.
01.2010 - 12.2011
- Managed daily office operations, ensuring efficient workflow and support for team activities.
- Coordinated scheduling and appointment management, optimizing calendar access for executives.
- Developed and maintained filing systems, enhancing document retrieval efficiency and organization.
- Assisted in preparing reports and presentations, ensuring accuracy and alignment with organizational standards.
- Trained new administrative staff on office procedures and software applications to ensure seamless onboarding.
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings by promptly addressing inquiries via phone, email, or in-person visits.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with diligent task prioritization, delegation, and followup.
Line Chef
Ferry House Restaurant
08.2007 - 06.2009
- Supervised kitchen operations, ensuring timely and efficient meal preparation.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to optimize service flow during peak hours.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.
- Ensured consistent high-quality dishes by adhering to standardized recipes and strict quality control measures.
- Demonstrated versatility by efficiently working across various stations within the kitchen as needed.
- Expedited customer orders with prompt and accurate plate assembly, ensuring top-notch presentation standards.
- Developed new recipes, enhancing menu offerings and customer satisfaction.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and improving cost efficiency.
Education
No Degree - Hospitality And Tourism Management
Florida Atlantic University
USA03-2020
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
College of The Bahamas
Freeport, Bahamas05-2007
High School Diploma -
GB Catholic High School
Freeport06-2004
Skills
- Classroom management
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Growth mindset
- Curriculum implementation
- Innovative lesson planning
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Food safety and sanitation
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food quality
- Kitchen management
- Food presentation
- Meal preparation
- Attention to detail
- Effective communications
- Recipes and menu planning
- Allergen awareness
Timeline
Teacher
St. Paul's Methodist College
08.2021 - Current
Pastry Chef
Gourmet Kitchen Company
03.2012 - 02.2019
Office Administrative Assistant
D.E.L. Purchasing & Freight Services Ltd.
01.2010 - 12.2011
Chef
Our Lucaya
05.2009 - 01.2012
Line Chef
Ferry House Restaurant
08.2007 - 06.2009
No Degree - Hospitality And Tourism Management
Florida Atlantic University
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
College of The Bahamas
High School Diploma -
GB Catholic High School