About Chef Zakro
Academics/Education
University of Phoenix - M.B.A.
Northern Arizona University - B.S. Hotel Restaurant Management
Scottsdale Community College - A.A.S. Culinary Arts
Community College of the Air Force - A.A.S. Hotel, Restaurant and Fitness Management
Central Arizona College - A.A.S. Nutrition and Dietetic Technology
Central Arizona College - Certificate Community Nutrition Worker
Central Arizona College - Certificate Nutrition and Health Promotion
Culinary/Nutrition Skills
Methodical Food Safety Practices
Inventive and Innovative Menu and Recipe Development
Genuine and Passionate Supervision
Diverse in specific cuisines (Seasonal, Medically Restrictive, Vegan, Vegetarian, Celiac Disease and others)
Technique, Method and Ratio Based Training
Research and Evidence Based Nutrition and Nutrition Analysis
Advanced Knowledge of School Food Service
Detailed Inventory Control
Progressive Knowledge of New Technology
Management Skills
Uncompromising Guest Service
Confident and Dedicated to the Team
Analytical, Profitable and Creative Cost Control and Budget Management
Inventive Marketing Strategies
Detailed Record Keeping, Systematic Interviewing
Supportive Client Relationship Building
Training/Educating Skills
Dedicated and Creative Training Programs
Student-centered Training and Development
Astute to new training practices
Technology Skills
Proficient in Microsoft OS, Apple OS and Chrome OS
Personal Website Development
Certifications/Licenses
NRA Servsafe Manager
NRA Servsafe Instructor and Proctor
NRA Servsafe Allergens
Certified Food Manager (CFM) through IFSEA
Nutrition and Dietetic Technician, Registered (NDTR)