Organization Preparation Production Presentation Hospitality
KAREN EVERAGE
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Hospitality & Restaurant Professional
Certified Food Safety Consultant
Progressive and an experienced leader in training, managing people and organizational operations. Specialize in restaurant operations, small business startups and resource operations management. Refining the art of food safety training; hospitality management, supervision, marketing and entrepreneurship. Particularly adept in core value driven curriculum and training development with an ability to cultivate partnerships through service, collaboration and teamwork. AREAS of EXPERTISE
• Food Safety
Management
• Facilitate Decision
Making
• Inspire Employees
• Lead People
• Supports Company
Values
• Resource
Procurement &
Inventory
• Management &
Supervision
(Front/ Back of
House
• Customer Service/
Guest Relations
• Kitchen Design/ Layout
• Marketing
• Entrepreneurship
• Budgeting/ Cost Reduction
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
The Art Institute of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA - Universities Sandy Springs, GA ADJUNCT FACULTY 2019 - Present
Teach graduate and undergraduate students in the areas of Culinary Arts, Hospitality and Restaurant Management; Entrepreneurship, Culinary Foundations, Food Safety and Marketing.
Develop and manage class syllabus. Ensures syllabus meets department and college accreditation standards.
Plan and create lectures, in-class discussions, videos and assignments.
Assess grades for students based on participation, performance, examinations and certification for all Associates’ and Bachelors’ programs.
Collaborate with colleagues, stakeholders and Owners on course curriculum.
Advise and mentor students on how to be successful in their perspective programs.
Stay updated on innovations and changes within the organization.
Chair, of The Institute of Atlanta Institutional Curriculum Committee. LA Fitness Decatur, GA/Tol, OH
CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER & FITNESS INSTRUCTOR 2016 - Present
Promote and implement the practice of exercise science and wellness to club members.
Organize and lead group all of the SilverSneakers senior exercise fitness sessions that include aerobic exercises, strength & balance, stretching, muscle conditioning, endurance and toning.
Organization Preparation Production Presentation Hospitality
Teach specialized conditioning methods to elderly participants utilizing the Silver Sneakers fitness program techniques.
Observe and ensure safety against injuries when performing all exercises within the facility.
Demonstrate correct techniques for minimizing injuries and to improve overall fitness performance.
Provide modifications and/or alternative exercises for different fitness and skill levels. Toledo Restaurant Training Center Toledo, OH
DIRECTOR and FACULTY 2005 - 2017
Developed and designed accredited State of Ohio approved Culinary Arts program for post- secondary ACF certification.
Responsible for achieving full accreditation of school’s courses offerings under my leadership.
Lead project manager in the developed and Implementation of student full-service training café for comprehensive occupational skills training program.
Assisted in assessing changing curricular needs and offer plans for improvement.
Developed learning outcomes and outcomes for all accredited programs.
Collaborated with faculty and staff team members to develop and deliver activities on issues related to student academic success and evaluated students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives.
Planned, prepared, and implemented instructional activities that contributed to a climate where students were actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences. ServSafe Food Safety Independent Contractor/Consultant Ohio/Georgia CERTIFIED FOOD SAFETY INSTRUCTOR & PROCTOR 2010 - Present
Teach Certified ServSafe®
Food Safety Manager Training courses.
Provide a high-quality food safety education to students on important topics in the foodservice industry such as, helping prevent a foodborne illness, protecting customer health, improving employee performance and preserving business reputation.
Teach ServSafe Food Safety Manager training courses Level I & II.
Responsible for the secure administration of the print and online ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification Exam. Maintain confidentiality and integrity of exam content.
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Masters’ of Science Degree, Organizational Leadership Lourdes University, Sylvania, OH
Bachelor of Science Degree, Applied Business & Marketing University of Toledo, Toledo OH
RESTAURANT CERTIFICATIONS
National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Organization Preparation Production Presentation Hospitality Certified Instructor and Proctor ServSafe Food Safety & Sanitation Certified Instructor and Proctor ServSafe Responsible Alcohol Service Certified Nutrition Instructor Manage first
Certified Food and Beverage Instructor Manage first FITNESS CERTIFICATIONS
Personal Trainer Certificate
Certified Silver Sneakers Instructor
Certified Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance Instructor Awards & Distinctions
https://toledocitypaper.com/feature/these-women-mean-business Business Affiliations
Chair, The Institute of Atlanta Institutional Curriculum Committee. Ohio Restaurant Association – Board Member
American Culinary Federation (ACF)
Chefs of America