CHEF DIANE M. STAHLEY C.C.
TOLEDO, OHIO 43615
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SUMMARY
Independent, creative Certified Chef with 12 years experience serving the Toledo community in long
term care/rehabilitation and the University of Toledo. Certified professional Cake decorator and former
business owner of Cakes for all Occasions. Featured twice in the Toledo Blade's Food and Dining
Section. Strong communicative and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and problem solve
with superior results.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ARBORS AT SYLVANIA, Toledo, Ohio 2006 to Present
Dietary Manager
Implemented menus, including special dietary textures and needs with accuracy.
• Maintained all food orders within the assigned monthly budget .
• Upgraded food quality providing tasty and nutritious meals.
• Supervision of 4 Cooks and 8 dietary aides.
• Enhanced the Dining Experience for many of the residents.
THE UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO Toledo, Ohio 1999-2006
University Chef
Created all menus for Personal Dinners, Receptions and the Private Presidential Football Box. Had the
privilege to cook for many of our outstanding Community Leaders such as: Mayor(s) Ford and
Finkbeiner, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptor, Senator Mike Dewine,and Betty Montgomery.
• Purchased all food and maintained linen supplies.
• Worked independently
• Supervision and training of College students as personal assistants.
L'EGGS PRODUCTS/SARA LEE CORPORATION Toledo, Ohio 1979-1996
Sales Manager
Direct sales/delivery to area Grocery/Drug/Mass Merchandise Stores.
• Worked Independently while maintaining 80+ accounts.
• Maintained accurate inventory levels and proper product arrangement for optimum sell through.
• Implemented new sales accounts, seasonal promotions and better visual display placement.
• Processed accurate computer orders and submitted weekly paperwork on a timely basis.
CAKES FOR ALL OCCASIONS, Toledo, Ohio 1985-1999
OWNER/OPERATOR
In home business creating, baking and decorating cakes.
Gourmet Curiosities Instructor (one time class in-store demo/cake decorating)
EDUCATION
Associate Degree in Culinary Arts (magna cum laude)
Monroe County Community College
AWARDS/CERTIFICATIONS
Wilton Method of Cake Decorating
Advanced Wilton Cake Decorating
Safe Driving Award (L'eggs)
Food Sanitation