Denise M. Zanchelli, MBA, CHE
Senior Culinary Associate at David Meyers Associates- Claim this Profile
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Ron Ben-Israel
It's a pleasure and a special honor to recommend Ms. Denise Zancelli as an extraodinary professional and person. I have known Denise since 2005, when she was the Externship Manager at the Culinary Institute of America at Hyde Park. At this capacity, and through her career advancements at this storied institution, Ms. Zanchelli was a tireless proponent of the relationship between the students and companies like ours. We are forever grateful of her professional guidance and nurturing relationship. I know that Denise would be a great asset wherever she chooses to continue her career.
Marc Osier
Denise is truly first class! Such an absolute pleasure to work with. She has always been professional, responsive, and friendly. I would highly recommend working with Denise on your career search. She really understands Chefs.
Ron Ben-Israel
It's a pleasure and a special honor to recommend Ms. Denise Zancelli as an extraodinary professional and person. I have known Denise since 2005, when she was the Externship Manager at the Culinary Institute of America at Hyde Park. At this capacity, and through her career advancements at this storied institution, Ms. Zanchelli was a tireless proponent of the relationship between the students and companies like ours. We are forever grateful of her professional guidance and nurturing relationship. I know that Denise would be a great asset wherever she chooses to continue her career.
Marc Osier
Denise is truly first class! Such an absolute pleasure to work with. She has always been professional, responsive, and friendly. I would highly recommend working with Denise on your career search. She really understands Chefs.
Ron Ben-Israel
It's a pleasure and a special honor to recommend Ms. Denise Zancelli as an extraodinary professional and person. I have known Denise since 2005, when she was the Externship Manager at the Culinary Institute of America at Hyde Park. At this capacity, and through her career advancements at this storied institution, Ms. Zanchelli was a tireless proponent of the relationship between the students and companies like ours. We are forever grateful of her professional guidance and nurturing relationship. I know that Denise would be a great asset wherever she chooses to continue her career.
Marc Osier
Denise is truly first class! Such an absolute pleasure to work with. She has always been professional, responsive, and friendly. I would highly recommend working with Denise on your career search. She really understands Chefs.
Ron Ben-Israel
It's a pleasure and a special honor to recommend Ms. Denise Zancelli as an extraodinary professional and person. I have known Denise since 2005, when she was the Externship Manager at the Culinary Institute of America at Hyde Park. At this capacity, and through her career advancements at this storied institution, Ms. Zanchelli was a tireless proponent of the relationship between the students and companies like ours. We are forever grateful of her professional guidance and nurturing relationship. I know that Denise would be a great asset wherever she chooses to continue her career.
Marc Osier
Denise is truly first class! Such an absolute pleasure to work with. She has always been professional, responsive, and friendly. I would highly recommend working with Denise on your career search. She really understands Chefs.
Credentials
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Certified Hospitality Educator (CHE)
AHLEI - American Hotel & Lodging Educational InstituteJan, 2000- Nov, 2024
Experience
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David Meyers Associates
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Culinary Associate
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2020 - Present
Executive Search Firm for culinary placement specific to placing top Executive Chef and Executive Pastry Chef professionals into the private club & resort communities. Our clients suggest we are the “Go To Professionals When Your Culinary Program Truly Manners!” Executive Search Firm for culinary placement specific to placing top Executive Chef and Executive Pastry Chef professionals into the private club & resort communities. Our clients suggest we are the “Go To Professionals When Your Culinary Program Truly Manners!”
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The Culinary Institute of America
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Director of Operations, Sr. Officer, Advancement & Alumni Relations Departments
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2012 - 2020
Working as Director of Operations, in partnership with Vice President and Sr. Officers, responsible for strategy, planning and implementation of advancement and business development, alumni relations and deploying processes to meet annual and multi-year fundraising and donor/alumni engagement goals. Direct oversite of operations, gift processing, events, alumni relations, donor relations, stewardship, and budget management.
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Manager, Career Services & Academic Advising
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2000 - 2012
Responsible for overseeing a center which managed 1,000 student visits monthly for individual career-coaching meetings, group advising and seminars. Built recruitment plans with corporations wishing to position themselves as “employers of choice” for culinary and bakery emerging professionals and established leaders. Collaborated with industry partners to gain insight while completing site visitations and individual consulting to set businesses and industry trends. Helped to establish and approve externship curriculum for over 2,000 employers, including working with leading F&B companies such as Celebrity Cruise Line, Thomas Keller Restaurant Group, Walt Disney World, Marriott International, Patina Restaurant Group and more. Supervised staff of 3 advisors with caseloads of 700+ students.
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Externship Coordinator, Career Services & Academic Advising
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1997 - 2000
Presented orientation sessions for new students and returning interns every 3 weeks. Supported 3-5 Career Fairs per year with 80-135 employers visiting per fair. Managed the Externship grading process for 75-100 manuals, every 3 weeks.
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Coordinator, Career Services & Academic Advising
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1995 - 1997
Connected exceptional job opportunities to a target population of qualified candidates. Provided daily one-on-one coaching for students and alumni on career planning strategies for entry level candidates and seasoned mid-career applicants.
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Marist College
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Adjunct Instructor
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2004 - 2012
Taught Career Planning and Decision and Employment Practicum, campus-centered and online classes. Instructed two classes, each semester. Selected to present at an International Conference “Personalize the Online Experience Utilizing Emerging Technologies”. Taught Career Planning and Decision and Employment Practicum, campus-centered and online classes. Instructed two classes, each semester. Selected to present at an International Conference “Personalize the Online Experience Utilizing Emerging Technologies”.
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Education
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The Culinary Institute of America
Continuing Education Classes -
Iona College
MBA, Human Resources & International Business -
Marist College
BS, Business, Human Resources
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