pastry chef resume example with 12+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
, , 100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor(555) 432-1000, resumesample@example.com
Summary
Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference. Also, a flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
While being an organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Skills
Restaurant experience
Dessert preparation
Recipe creation
Pastries expertise
Excellent math skills
Problem resolution
Data management
Service prioritization
Relationship management
Guest service
Sales Techniques
Regulatory compliance
Experience
08/2017 to 09/2020Pastry ChefAimbridge Hospitality | Rosemont, IL,
Measured, mixed and prepped raw materials according to company specifications and recipes.
Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
Supervised preparation and presentation of desserts for all catered events.
Oversaw pastry production for catering, pick-up orders and in-store customers.
Created desserts such as cakes, frozen treats and pastries weekly.
Developed special menu items to improve business offerings.
Liaised with vendors to purchase optimal recipe ingredients at cost-effective rates.
Purchased ingredients from local farms to benefit environment and reduce costs.
Carried out daily kitchen prep and closing duties with station setup, breakdown and organization.
Decorated pastries using icing, frosting and other toppings, resulting in beautiful appearance and delicious flavor.
Maintained kitchen order and cleanliness by moving stock between storage and station in addition to sanitizing surfaces.
Followed recipes to create various goods, including cakes and cookies.
Assisted with plating and serving desserts.
Prepared special orders including, cakes, holiday dishes and party platters.
Coordinated supplies for bakery, including order placement, stock management and use.
Transferred dough to pans, molds or sheets and baked in production ovens.
Measured and weighed ingredients to precisely match recipes for different baked goods.
Weighed flour to prepare batter, dough, filling and icing.
05/2016 to 08/2017BartenderLife Time Fitness | Palm Beach Gardens, FL,
Managed bar area, cocktail design and menu and handled inventory, regulation compliance and customer relationships.
Upsold customers from shelf to premium brands to help boost sales.
Balanced daily registers and generated sales reports for management.
Stayed up-to-date on latest mixology trends, bar equipment and sanitation standards.
Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
Talked easily with patrons to build rapport and earn repeat business.
Stocked bar with beer, wine, liquor and related supplies.
Balanced tills, handled cash, processed credit card payment batches and prepared bank deposits.
Created unique cocktails for special events.
Maintained detailed inventory of bar supplies and stocked work areas.
Advertised, marketed and recommended drink options to guests.
Reinvented classic cocktails such as Cosmopolitans and Old Fashioneds to complement new menu options.
04/2011 to 05/2016Server Shift LeaderSenior Lifestyle Corporation | Casa Grande, AZ,
Supervised serving staff to drive high level of hospitality and food excellence.
Created positive guest experience by listening to guest needs and recommending options to meet requests.
Trained and acclimated new servers to restaurant's culture and operations.
Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
Collected cash sales from employees to properly tip each server after shift.
VerifIed and confirmed staff schedules to properly cover shifts.
Investigated and resolved complaints regarding food quality, service or accommodations.
Trained front-of-house staff on restaurant policies and procedures, guest service techniques and communication skills to promote positive experiences.
03/2008 to 04/2011ServerLegends | Cleveland, OH,
Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials, wine and desserts to increase profits.
Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and anticipating condiments, napkins and other needs.
Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
Enforced minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages by checking identification.
Maximized beverage sales by suggesting appropriate food and drink pairings to suit unique customer preferences.
Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
Maintained accuracy while handling payments, giving change and printing receipts to customers.
Welcomed guests with personable attitude and brought beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
Developed strong and lasting resident relationships.
Maintained knowledge of menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
Education and Training
Expected in 07/2017 to to GED | Delaware County , Thornton, PAGPA:
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