Chef Diana Perez
Baking and Pastry Arts Instructor
Chef Diana came to Baker College’s Culinary Institute of Michigan in 2011 as a baking instructor. As a graduate of the CIM Baking and Pastry Arts program, Chef Diana was honored to return to Baker College to teach. She brings with her more than ten years of experience in the food service industry. Diana’s professional experiences include:
- Pastry Apprentice, Chef Luis Amado, Muskegon, Michigan
- Server, Olive Garden Italian Restaurant, Muskegon, Michigan
- New Staff Certified Trainer, Olive Garden Italian Restaurant, Muskegon, Michigan
- Lead Bartender, Olive Garden Italian Restaurant, Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Pantry Cook, Olive Garden Italian Restaurant, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Diana’s organization affiliations and certifications include:
- Member, American Culinary Federation (ACF), West Michigan Lakeshore Chapter MI 122
- ServSafe Sanitation Certified
Chef Perez earned her Associate Degree in Baking and Pastry Arts from Baker College in 2010. She is very passionate about her career and is very pleased to be able to share her experience and knowledge with others.
