JAMES MICHLICH 40 Taylor St. Lincoln, Maine 04457 (559) 441-3343 james.michlich@student.neci.

ci.edu SUMMARY I am currently enrolled in the Culinary Arts Program with the New England Culinary Institute with an anticipated graduation date of September 2014. My goal is to obtain an Internship within the culinary industry to enhance my food preparation skills and techniques, and broaden my food industry knowledge and proficiency. EDUCATION: Associate of Occupational Studies, Culinary Arts - New England Culinary Institute - Montpelier, VT October, 2012 - Present Certificate, Pharmacy Tech - Boston Reed College - Napa Valley, CA April 2010 - November 2010 SKILLS: Cooking Theory Food Science and Cooking Theory introduced me to culinary terminology and the fundamental techniques applied in poultry stocks, white and brown meat stocks, vegetable stocks, fish stock, demi-glace, broth, consomm, thickened soups, and pureed soups, mother sauces, emulsified sauces, reduction sauce and starch thickened sauces. Basic theories as they apply to proteins, vegetables, starches and cooking methods. To demonstrate the proper cooking techniques when frying, pan-frying, grilling, roasting, sauting, poaching, steaming and braising and using proper cooking techniques for meat, poultry and seafood using dry and moist heat cooking methods. Baking 1- Mixing methods, shaping and assembly, baking techniques, product identification and handling, sanitation habits, appearance and grooming and punctuality and attendance. Information Technology- Demonstrate technology based programs; Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, video editing, image editing, Email etiquette, and creating an E-portfolio. Brew Club @ NECI A NECI student club to learn about the history and science behind brewing.

EXPERIENCE: Program Coordinator - Central Valley Training Center, Inc. - Fresno, CA August 1994 - August 2012 Coordinates, assigns, and supervises full and part-time direct care staff. Develops training budgets and monitors purchases. Ability to solve problems and use available resources. Work independently with minimum supervision. Maintain composure and good judgment during stressful situations. Maintain effective working relationships with consumers, staff, community service representatives and the public. Provide exceptional customer service. Pharmacy Tech - Externship - Target - Fresno, CA January 2011 - February 2011 Answering phones Taking inventory of over-the-counter medications Providing exceptional customer service to guests Pharmacy Tech - Externship Pharmatron - Fresno, CA November 2010 - January 2011 Reconstitutes medication according to applicable state laws Performs quality assurance tests on instruments and pharmaceuticals in accordance with Federal, State, Company and manufacturer guidelines Maintains computer inventory and records to ensure proper utilization of materials and accounting for all RAM and Rx drugs VOLUNTEER WORK: Trinity United Methodist Church (UMC)- Montpelier, VT October, 2012 - Present Wait staff and worked with kitchen staff Vice President, Trustee's - Wesley UMC - Fresno, CA July 2009 - August 2012 Kitchen staff for weekly meal, Usher and Liturgist Volunteer - Valley Animal Center - Fresno, CA August 2012 - July 2010 Organized developmentally disabled adults to volunteer and walked dogs Veteran United States Air Force *References available upon request