- Why do you think you are the best candidate for Northeast Region Vice-President?
- Hello to my colleagues at the american culinary Federation. My name is Chef Ray Mccue and I'm running for the Northeast vice presidency. I have been actively involved in a CF for over the last 15 years here in Rhode island. From being an approved evaluator for certifications to coaching candidates for the student shift of the year and junior hot food team competitions, which has led to several regional championships on the local level. I have served several board positions. I'm currently finishing up my second term as the Rhode Island chapter president. This april, I'm a certified executive chef and a fellow in the American Academy of Chefs. Why do I think I'm the best candidate to represent you for this position as an associate professor at johnson Wells University. I teach a variety of courses within the A. S. And B. S. Culinary arts program as a chef and educator, I am fortunate enough to be able to work with people and food related materials. Cooking is a passion and art that reaches out to all the senses. However it is the human factor that brings it to life. I've been given this opportunity through my students and I feel it is important to challenge students so they can rise the occasion and become great chefs in the future. I've also had the pleasure to work with an incredible group of talented professionals before joining the faculty at johnson oils University. I spent a large portion of my career with the Ritz Carlton Hotel Corporation. What really speaks to me about the future of a Cf is just how invested our members are in serving their communities and that is something that always has always been important to me. It amazes me to see the power of the white coat. I really enjoyed the last four years in my position as chapter president as well as the challenges it has brought with it, especially during Covid. If you allow me, I'm ready to take on the role that offers more leadership and transparency. I feel ready to leverage my experience by working on larger projects that will bring scalability and reach to this role. I'm eager to represent the Northeast region. Thank you for considering me. I have much respect to anyone who invests in themselves and being part of this wonderful organization. I want to leave you with this. What is your favorite thing about the A. C. F. I'd love to hear it. Please feel free to reach out. If you would like to know more. Thank you for your time.
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