MYRIAM SHIELDS

310-***-****

adx7te@r.postjobfree.com

CULINARY DIRECTOR

OPTIMALLY NUTRITIOUS MEALS WITH A CREATIVE FLAIR

Third generation chef who grew up immersed in the tradition of gourmet food preparation. Talented, health conscious, European educated chef with exemplary qualifications as an Executive Chef, Private Household Chef, and Nutrition Consultant. Multilingual and multicultural background with superior communication and organizational skills. Work well with people of diverse backgrounds and disciplines. Adaptable and highly resourceful. Able to make critical decisions with sound judgment. Maintains a calm demeanor under pressure. Presents a positive and professional image at all times. Available for travel. Valid passport, valid driver license, fully COVID-19 vaccinated. Areas of key strength include:

Expert knowledge of international cuisine with a strong background in nutrition, food handling safety, and accommodating special dietary needs

Well versed in a variety of contemporary and innovative food preparation techniques

Personal passion for the preparation of innovative, nutritious and attractively prepared foods

Preparation of delicious therapeutic foods for medical conditions such as for weight control, inflammation, diabetes, high blood pressure and arthritis

Kitchen staff management, inventory control, pantry organization and cleanliness

Efficient food system management when preparing daily and weekly food plan

High-end party and event planning experience

Maintain confidentiality and privacy of employer at all times Special Culinary Abilities:

Research/Study of Food/Nutrition Guilt Free Snacks Gourmet French Cuisine

Gluten, Sugar & Dairy Free Cuisine Fresh Baked Goods Gourmet Spanish Cuisine

Wholesome Grain-based Cuisine Culinary Lean Cuisine Mediterranean Cuisine

Wheat & Yeast-free Cuisine Food Intolerance Menus Italian Cuisine

Dietary Nutrition Natural Healing Foods American Cuisine

Healthy Menu Planning Low Calorie Guidance Asian Cuisine

Food Combining Spa Cuisine Vegetarian Cuisine

Seasonal Ingredient Recipes Portion Control Low Carb/High Protein Menus Special Event Catering:

Manage a variety of cuisines for private parties, anniversary and birthday celebrations, special luncheons, retirement parties, charity events, and celebrations of life. Linguistics:

Fluent in English, French, Spanish, Italian and Creole (Martinique). Myriam Shields 310-***-**** • adx7te@r.postjobfree.com 2 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Miss Lea Kreamer, Paris, France 2021 – 2022

Chef / Household Assistant / Companion

• Assisted with activities of daily living, including shopping for and preparation of nutritional meals, wardrobe selection and makeup application.

• Contracted and supervised trades people for garden and home repairs.

• Accompanied Miss Kreamer on walks; oversaw exercise and stretching routines.

• Provided companionship and advice when traveling and wardrobe shopping. Melissa Stomp, Balboa Island, CA Since 2000

Freelance Chef / Special Event Caterer - Occasional

• Planned and prepared healthy meals for this family of adults and teenagers.

• Catered all special events, parties, and holiday meals for up to 100 guests.

• Contracted, directed, and supervised all auxiliary personnel, e.g., cooks, servers, kitchen crew.

• Provided impeccable service at all times.

Jannet & Malcolm Cobrink, Orange County, CA 2015 – 2019 Chef / Caterer / Personal Assistant / Companion

• Full responsibility for ensuring the harmonious operation of this half acre property.

• Interviewed, hired, and trained staff to maintain 5-star hotel standards, including 2 housekeepers, 2 chauffeurs, 2 gardeners.

• Oversaw the work of on-call maintenance and repair personnel, vendors, caregivers, and caterers.

• Planned, sourced, and supervised all meal preparation, event, and party planning.

• Acted as travel companion to homes in New York, Michigan, and Florida. Mrs. Janet Suchin, Los Angeles, CA 2008 – 2014

Culinary Manager / Personal Assistant

• Created a warm and inviting environment by planning and preparing appetizing and visually attractive meals for guests, special events and holiday parties.

• Planned nutritious family style meals, maintained culinary inventory, managed household affairs, coordinated personal and social calendars.

• Scheduled trades people, gardeners, housekeepers, and maintenance attendants. Los Angeles Estate / Palm Springs Retreat

Personal Assistant to Sir Roger H. Billington 1991 –2007 Personal assistant, confidante, and hands-on manager of the 11 bed, 9 bath single family residence in Benedict Canyon and the family’s Palm Springs vintage garden estate.

• Hired, trained, mentored, scheduled and supervised up to 15 household and auxiliary personnel, including chauffeurs, housemen, housekeepers, chefs, sous-chefs, groundskeepers, and part-time, temporary or special event staff.

• Created an environment of high standards, harmony and respect.

• Assumed full responsibility for all aspects of estate management during extended absences of owners.

Myriam Shields 310-***-**** • adx7te@r.postjobfree.com 3 APPRENTICESHIPS and EDUCATION

• Kingstone Clubhouse Inn, Kent, England (Internship) 1980 – 1984

• La Vigne de Bergerac, Bordeaux, France (Apprenticeship) 1976 – 1980

• Graduate, College St. Michel, Neuilly, France (University equivalent) Major: Business Management and Language Arts

• Graduate, Ecole Paul Doumer, Le Canet, France (grades 1-12)

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