Tim O''Donnell

 Tim O''Donnell

Tim O''Donnell

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Biography

Metropolitan Community College - Culinary Arts

Executive Chef and Clinical Chef Instructor at Purdue University Northwest

Higher Education
Timothy
O'Donnell
Greater Chicago Area
Experienced Higher Education Instructor with a demonstrated history of teaching classes in Culinary and Pastry Arts, Hospitality, Food & Beverage Management and with significant experience in Curriculum Development, Accreditation, and Leadership. Experienced Executive Chef with significant industry experience in Fine Dining, Country Clubs, Hotels, and Catering.


Experience

  • Purdue University Northwest

    Executive Chef and Clinical Chef Instructor

    • Instruct Lecture and Lab Classes in Basic to Advanced Culinary and Pastry Arts
    • Subject expertise in Culinary Arts, Food & Beverage Management, Tourism & Hospitality
    • Executive Chef & Clinical Instructor for 120-Seat, Student-Run Fine Dining Restaurant
    • Food, Supplies & Equipment Budgeting and Ordering
    • Curriculum Development in alignment with ACF and ACPHA accreditation standards
    • Developed a Culinary and Hospitality Study-Abroad Program
    • Developed Emphasis/Minor Degree Option: Culinary Arts Management
    • Developed Culinary Apprentice Program
    • Supervised Culinary/Hospitality Staff and Graduate Assistants

  • Metropolitan Community College

    Full-Time Faculty Chef Instructor

    • Instruct Lecture and Lab Classes in Basic to Advanced Culinary Arts, Food Safety and Nutrition
    • Adjunct Faculty Coordinator
    • Curriculum Development and Instructor Support
    • Developed Culinary Foundations Courses in Alignment with ACF Accreditation
    • Developed International Cuisine Course
    • Developed American Regional Cuisine Course
    • Developed Culinary Study-Abroad Program
    • Developed Nutritionally-Focused Culinary Lab for Nutrition Course
    • Developed and Produce a Series of Online Videos on Core Culinary Skills
    • Coached ACF Regional and National Award-Winning Culinary Team
    • Instruct Various Lecture and Lab Classes in Basic and Advanced Culinary Arts
    • Curriculum Development and Instructor Support
    • Developed Culinary Foundations Courses in Alignment with ACF Accreditation
    • Developed International Cuisine Course
    • Developed American Regional Cuisine Course
    • Developed Culinary Study-Abroad Program
    • Developed Nutritionally-Focused Culinary Lab for Nutrition Course
    • Developed and Produce a Series of Online Videos on Core Culinary Skills
    • Participate in Institute Functions & Events
    • Excellence in Education Award, 2011
    • Heart of Metro Award for Service to Community, 2013

Education

  • Purdue University Northwest

    Master of Business Administration - MBA

    Business Administration and Management, General

  • Purdue University Northwest

    Executive Chef and Clinical Chef Instructor


    • Instruct Lecture and Lab Classes in Basic to Advanced Culinary and Pastry Arts • Subject expertise in Culinary Arts, Food & Beverage Management, Tourism & Hospitality • Executive Chef & Clinical Instructor for 120-Seat, Student-Run Fine Dining Restaurant • Food, Supplies & Equipment Budgeting and Ordering • Curriculum Development in alignment with ACF and ACPHA accreditation standards • Developed a Culinary and Hospitality Study-Abroad Program • Developed Emphasis/Minor Degree Option: Culinary Arts Management • Developed Culinary Apprentice Program • Supervised Culinary/Hospitality Staff and Graduate Assistants

  • Johnson & Wales University

    Bachelor's degree

    Culinary Arts