Melissa Graham
Writing & Communications Instructor
Melissa worked for many years as an actor, which means she also worked in the restaurant business! She has waitressed, bar tended, managed, dish washed, food prepped, and catered. She taught ESL for many years, studied creative writing, and worked in new play development. She worked at the Stratford Chef School as founder Eleanor Kane and Chef Baxter’s teaching assistant. Melissa’s favourite jobs has included teaching English to visiting Michelin Star chef Riccardo Camanini. Melissa is excited to be teaching Writing and Communications at the SCS this year.
Courses
Level Two Communications
This course provides the student with the knowledge and ability to communicate effectively in Front of House and with the public generally. Students gain experience in communicating with restaurant patrons in the dining room through…
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Level One Writing
This course will teach students creative and business writing as it applies to the culinary field. This course will explore writing techniques for job applications, responses to complaints, restaurant reviews, marketing, social media, and food…
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Level One Communications
This class introduces students to the principles of effective public speaking and social media communication. Students will learn the fundamentals of presentation design and delivery. They will present both prepared and impromptu speeches, learn how…
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