MARGARET CUMMINS
Somerville
Summary
Hardworking and enthusiastic individual offering work experience and extensive knowledge of sustainable agriculture and food justice. Team leader with excellent organizational and communication skills, experienced in directing activities in various settings. Motivated to learn, grow, and excel in food security, social impact, and multicultural studies.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
HEAD BAKER
Levain Bakery
10.2024 - Current
- Predicted market trends, modified production accordingly.
- Ordered kitchen products weekly, maintained a financially responsible inventory.
- Adhere to guidelines to consistently make uniform pastries, cakes, and bread that uphold the integrity of the product.
- Manage and train a team of both new and experienced bakers to understand their own learning styles and translate those skills into recreating company standards.
- Utilized mathematics and chemistry for optimal bread proofing environment.
FIELD AGENT
Denman Realty Group
03.2025 - Current
- Attended and managed client events to build community and interpersonal relationships.
- Aided in administrative and field-work tasks in a timely and flexible manner to ensure speedy delivery of keys, documents etc. instrumental in closing sales.
- Demonstrated features, answered questions, and redirected concerns to positive areas.
CANDLE MAKER/WHOLESALE ACCOUNTS
Almanac Supply Company
10.2022 - 01.2025
- Managed pouring, scent blending, and finishing processes to ensure consistency and aesthetics.
- Adapted easily to fluctuating demand and time frame, maintained a clean workspace and met production deadlines.
- Managed and cultivated relationships with wholesale accounts and identified business opportunities.
NIGHT MANAGER
Bread and Butter
10.2021 - 03.2023
- Managed evening shift team, delegated tasks, ensured efficiency and productivity. Covered all roles as needed.
- Predicted market trends, modified production accordingly.
- Ordered kitchen products daily, maintained a financially responsible inventory.
- Scheduled evening staff, accommodated various time constraints.
- Mass-produced baked goods, maintained consistency in flavor and appearance.
- Utilized mathematics and chemistry for optimal bread proofing environment.
INTERPRETIVE RANGER
Tippet Rise Art Center
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Aided guests with route selection to promote safety and enhance the overall experience.
- Informed guests about sculptures, center history, and the environment.
- Promoted education on ecology, natural resources and environmental concerns to visitors through captivating presentations, elaborate exhibits, and hands-on workshops.
ENGLISH TEACHER
Hanvit Language Academy
06.2016 - 10.2019
- Utilized school-supplied textbooks, incorporated personalized lesson plans.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Taught English to elementary, middle, and high school students.
- Balanced collection learning with individualized attention.
- Facilitated cross-cultural relationships via a self-implemented “pen pal” program with American students.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Global Studies
St. Lawrence University
01-2016
Master of Arts - Gastronomy & Food Policy
Boston University
Boston, MA05-2027
Skills
- Executive Support and Administration
- Event Planning and Coordination
- Research and Reporting
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Google Workspace (Drive, Docs, Sheets)
- Excellent Written and Verbal Communication
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Ability to Work Independently and as Part of a Team
- Cultural Competence
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Staff development
PROFESSIONAL/ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE ABROAD
- Managua, Nicaragua. Study Abroad. May 2009.
- Rastede, Germany. International Student Exchange, March-June 2011.
- Nairobi, Kenya. Study Abroad. January-June 2015.
- Arusha, Tanzania. Study Abroad. April 2015.
- Havana, Cuba. Study Abroad. December 2015.
- Daegu, South Korea. Work. July 2016 – April 2018.
Timeline
FIELD AGENT
Denman Realty Group
03.2025 - Current
HEAD BAKER
Levain Bakery
10.2024 - Current
CANDLE MAKER/WHOLESALE ACCOUNTS
Almanac Supply Company
10.2022 - 01.2025
NIGHT MANAGER
Bread and Butter
10.2021 - 03.2023
INTERPRETIVE RANGER
Tippet Rise Art Center
06.2021 - 09.2021
ENGLISH TEACHER
Hanvit Language Academy
06.2016 - 10.2019
Bachelor's Degree - Global Studies
St. Lawrence University
Master of Arts - Gastronomy & Food Policy
Boston University