Schaefer Center Fellowship Essay

My earliest memories began with sitting in Grandfathers bakery, and as a small child I would sit in my stroller eagerly awaiting streams of buttercream. As my Grandfather would pipe and squirt the sweet treat into my mouth. This simple act had profound effects, because as I grew up it was my dream to work as a chef. Other children had dreams of becoming doctors or lawyers, however I have always found a great peace within the chaos of a working kitchen. I had an opportunity to research my family and there is a history of cooks and bakers within my family tree. As I look back at my work history, just about every job I held involved food is some form or fashion. My varied and diverse career is dotted with positions working in some aspect of food, state agencies, grocery stores, deli’s, cafes, restaurants, catering, and even professional sport stadiums feeding thousands of fans. I consider myself as a “late bloomer,” academically as I never really enjoyed school. It was not until I enrolled into culinary school that I excelled in my studies. After finishing school I spent several years working at both Camden Yards and M & T Bank stadiums, …show more content…
I knew from the very start I wanted to apply to the Schaefer Center and become a “Fellow.” I understand the competitive nature of the position, and the fantastic opportunity the Schaefer Center would offer. Although I do not enjoy the process of attempting to market myself. I had an opportunity to run for public office in Harford County Maryland and pulled 27% of the vote. I find greater satisfaction in the journey, and fostering the abilities of those around me. However, I feel my leadership, academic accomplishments, commitment, and experience would be enhanced if offered a position as a Schaefer Center