David P Ricci (he/him)


Instructor College of Food Innovation & Technology Baking & Pastry Providence

Biography and Expertise

Growing up with a bakery in the family for many years, I found myself at a young age working with my father in the business and developing my passion for baking desserts and bread but mostly decorating elaborate cakes of all types. Over the years I learned so much from my father who won numerous awards for his creations. I also followed in his footsteps enjoying the creativity aspect of the business. I purchased the business from him and expanded into wholesaling and opening a second retail location. I had a talented and loyal staff that I credit also to my success. After owing the business for over 20 years, I decided to pursue a different path in my career. I became employed by JWU where I could share all my expertise and knowledge with the younger generation pursuing a career in the teaching industry. I enjoy seeing all the talent and creativity that the students at JWU have to offer along with sharing my many years of experience with them.

Education

High School Diploma

Proctor for Food Safety exam given here at school
Johnson & Wales

ServSafe Food Safety
Johnson & Wales

MVP
IBPI Pastry department

New Food Show First Place

New York Food Show

Outstanding Achievement Award
IBPI pastry department

Cooking with class (TV)
Providence Channel 10
March 14, 2003

Wedding trends (Newspaper)
Various newspapers across the country
April 15, 2002

Gingerbread houses (Newspaper)
North Providence Observer
December, 1999

Having his cake and eating it too (Newspaper)
Providence Journal
1999

Chef’s choice Segment (Newspaper)
Providence Journal Paper
October 25, 1998

Bread Bakers Guild