I bring over 20 years in the culinary industry spanning education, program development, and restaurant consulting. I have built and led teams, developed curricula and recipes, and created quality and safety systems for diverse food service operations. I am passionate about mentoring others and collaborating with organizations to optimize culinary programs while continuing to learn and grow professionally.…

Christina Arriola

I bring over 20 years in the culinary industry spanning education, program development, and restaurant consulting. I have built and led teams, developed curricula and recipes, and created quality and safety systems for diverse food service operations. I am passionate about mentoring others and collaborating with organizations to optimize culinary programs while continuing to learn and grow professionally.…

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I bring over 20 years in the culinary industry spanning education, program development, and restaurant consulting. I have built and led teams, developed curricula and recipes, and created quality and safety systems for diverse food service operations.

I am passionate about mentoring others and collaborating with organizations to optimize culinary programs while continuing to learn and grow professionally.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Owner / Chef Consultant / Nutritional Coach at The Motivated Chef USA / USVI / MX
July 1, 2016 - Present
Private consultant for small business; recipe development; food safety & compliance; culinary coaching; curriculum development; event planning.
Executive Chef & Ambassador at World Central Kitchen
January 1, 2020 - December 1, 2023
Lead and developed several food programs worldwide; food ordering; community partner outreach; distribution logistics; oversaw the preparation of over 15k meals daily.
Chef & Culinary Instructor at GIFFT Hill School
August 1, 2017 - June 1, 2020
Make 210 healthy snacks daily; develop and teach curriculum for Pre-K–12; private chef for all GHS events; train students for Farm to Table; collaborate with community outreach events.
Executive Chef Instructor at LA Kitchen
December 1, 2015 - July 1, 2016
Evaluated student progress; developed lesson plans and curriculum; managed food budget; trained students for entry-level culinary jobs; led internships, field trips and contributions.
Instructor of Culinary Arts at Southwest High
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015
Taught six classes of culinary arts; developed lesson plans; managed food budget; taught health classes; developed after-school programs including competitions and community outreach.

Education

Associate of Occupational Studies Degree in Culinary Arts at California Culinary Academy
January 1, 2002 - March 14, 2003

Qualifications

California Teaching Credential
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015
First Aid, CPR
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2023
ServSafe
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2022
Nutrition
January 1, 2002 - March 15, 2026
Food Management Professional (FMP Certified)
January 1, 2006 - March 15, 2026
ServSafe Proctor
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2022

Industry Experience

Education, Travel & Hospitality, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Healthcare

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