Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Abigail Nolan

Smith and Davis Salon
CHICAGO,IL
1
Certification
9
years of professional experience

Experienced pastry professional with a strong background in recipe development, pastry techniques, and dessert preparation. Known for consistent quality, precise execution, and polished presentation. Skilled at creating seasonal menu items and maintaining smooth production in fast-paced kitchens.

Work History

Master Colorist

3 Years 9 Months
Smith and Davis Salon | 10.2022 - 07.2026
  • Executed balayage, highlights, and all-over color services with consistent precision and blend.
  • Corrected uneven tones and previous color damage through targeted chemical service adjustments.
  • Monitored hair integrity during processing to protect scalp comfort and strand health.
  • Consulted clients to design customized color formulas aligned with hair goals and condition.

Pastry Chef

1 Year 1 Month
Charmers Cafe | 09.2021 - 10.2022
  • Prepared pastries, cakes, and desserts with consistent quality, texture, and presentation.
  • Developed seasonal menu items aligned with café standards and customer preferences.
  • Managed dough, batter, and filling production to support smooth daily service.
  • Monitored inventory levels and ordered ingredients to prevent shortages and waste.

Pastry Cook

1 Year 4 Months
Frontera Grill | 11.2017 - 03.2019
  • Coordinated pastry station production to support timely service during high-volume shifts
  • Executed recipe specifications precisely to maintain consistent flavor, texture, and presentation
  • Prepared pastry doughs, fillings, and garnishes for desserts, bread service, and plated specials
  • Monitored ingredient freshness and rotation to uphold food safety and quality standards

Education

Completion of Pastry Program - Pasty Production and Bakery Business

French Pastry School | Chicago, IL

Completion of Cosmetology Program - Cosmetology

Douglas J Aveda Institute | Ann Arbor, MI

Skills

Color formulation
Hair coloring
Ingredient management
Menu development
Recipe development
Client consultations
Recipe formulation
Sanitation procedures
Icings and fondant
Allergen management
Dough preparation
Baking techniques
Plating techniques
Icing techniques
Inventory management
Flavor matching

Certification

  • Food Safety and Sanitation Training - 2016-2026
  • Serv Safe Managers License - 2016-2026

Timeline

Master Colorist

Smith and Davis Salon
10.2022 - 07.2026Read More

Pastry Chef

Charmers Cafe
09.2021 - 10.2022Read More

Pastry Cook

Frontera Grill
11.2017 - 03.2019Read More

French Pastry School

Completion of Pastry Program from Pasty Production and Bakery Business
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Douglas J Aveda Institute

Completion of Cosmetology Program from Cosmetology
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Abigail Nolan