Culinary Services announces Employees of the Month for January and February 2021

Ohio University Culinary Services has announced the January 2021 and February 2021 awardees of its Employee of the Month program, recognizing excellence in its employees.

Nominations may be submitted by OHIO employees via the Culinary Services’ website nomination form.

The employees awarded for January 2021 are Marsha Grubb and Veronica Hixson.
 

Grubb is a cook 1 currently working at the Central Food Facility. A few of the nomination remarks:

• Marsha was instrumental in the testing process of CSK Tuc’s system and establishing our procedures. She maintains our expectations and looks for ways to improve production while maintaining a consistent high-quality product. 
• Marsha has excellent attendance. Marsha has a fantastic “CAN DO!” personality and puts others before herself. She is deeply valued and respected by management, her co-workers and the students.
• Marsha is knowledgeable in all aspects of the kitchen and willingly shares her expertise. 
• Marsha was featured in the Ohio University Culinary behind the scenes mac -n- cheese YouTube video.

Q&A with Grubb:

What do you like to do in your spare time?

Read, visit friends and family, look for flea market finds.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

I enjoy working together with fellow employees and also making the best products for student meals.

What is your favorite song?

“Amazing Grace.”
 

Hixson is a cook 3 currently working at The District on West Green. A few of the nomination remarks about Hixson:

• The cook 3 position is a demanding job involving training and leading other cooks, organizing the daily production sheets, and building recipes for upcoming meal periods.
• Vicky is hardworking, devoted and dedicated. She shows up to work on time and goes above and beyond when the need arises. Vicky does a great job keeping other cooks productive while working on recipes for the next day.
• Vicky treats everyone around her with respect, and she is helpful and kind to all the students and BUE staff.

Q&A with Hixson:

What is your favorite motivational quote?

“Don’t give up!”

What is something most people don’t know about you?

I went to college to be a park ranger.

What is your favorite meal?

Chicken piccata and orzo pilaf.

What would you share with prospective OHIO candidates?

Keep the faith!

 

The employees awarded for February 2021 are Michael Holley and Cecilia Mensah.
 

Holley is a cook 1 currently working at Nelson Court. A few of the nomination remarks about Holley:

• A+ on quality of food, presentation, interaction of customers, student workers and managers. 
• Mike has always had a strong work ethic, taking pride and ownership in his work. He has a strong knowledge of Nelson and all concepts in the venue. Day in and day out, he provides selfless acts of kindness to all around him. 
• Positively fun, kindhearted, humble but a silent ninja when it comes to getting the quality food out to our students!
• Mike is a highly dedicated employee; he is self-motivated and driven by his pride and ability to do amazing work. His food is as beautiful as his personality. Mike is a true Culinary team member. I'm proud and honored to work with Mike. This gentleman gets my vote every day!

Q&A with Holley:

What do you like to do in your spare time?

Relax and spend time with my daughter.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

The cooking and interaction with the students.

What would you share with prospective OHIO candidates?

Keep your head up and aim for your goals.

What is your favorite motivational quote?

“Be so good that they can't ignore you.”
 

Mensah is a cook 1 currently working at Nelson Court. A few of the nomination remarks about Mensah:

• Cecilia is always willing to jump right in and help other cooks.
• Cecilia always has a great attitude and is a pleasure to work with.
• I always know if I ask her to do something or need help, I can ask, and she'll be happy to assist.

Q&A with Mensah:

What is something most people don't know about you?

I had the opportunity to serve former President Bill Clinton during his 1998 visit to Accra, Ghana when I worked as a chef at the U.S embassy there.

What is your favorite motivational quote?

“A good name is better than riches.”

What is your favorite meal?

Jollof rice with beef and vegetables.

What is your favorite song?

“Guide Me Oh Thy Sweet Jehovah.”