AIDIA BROWN
Ridgeway
Summary
Passionate culinary professional with experience in bakery operations, prep and line cooking, and high-volume restaurant service. ServSafe certified with a strong background in scratch-made breads, pastries, and savory dishes. Recognized for being a fast learner, team player, and highly dependable in both back- and front-of-house roles. Skilled in training staff, managing workflows, and supporting new restaurant openings. Dedicated to quality, attention to detail, and creating exceptional dining experiences.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Server, Trainer & Opening Team Member
Buck & Honey's
Monona
01.2021 - Current
- Served large sections in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant with efficiency and exceptional guest care.
- Promoted to Trainer, onboarding and mentoring new staff while managing a full section.
- Selected for the opening team of the Mount Horeb location, helping design restaurant flow, train new staff, and establish operational standards.
Prep Cook, Line Cook & Server
Vintage Brewery Company
Sauk City
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Prepared flatbread pizza doughs, jumbo pretzels, sauces, and dressings from scratch.
- Worked pantry station on the line, executing salads and cold dishes while meeting ticket times and modifications.
- Provided FOH service with extensive menu knowledge to enhance the guest experience.
Head Baker & Barista
Mary's Coffee
Mount Horeb
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Managed bakery operations, weekly inventory, and baking schedules to meet production needs.
- Baked breads, pastries, and specialty items; provided FOH service as a barista.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and health-compliant kitchen.
Bakery Associate
Miller's & Sons Grocery
Mount Horeb
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Managed bakery operations independently, baking, stocking, decorating, and fulfilling orders.
- Baked and decorated cakes, cookies, breads, and pastries; packaged and priced items for sale.
- Maintained pastry cases and bakery shelves with organized displays.
Education
Culinary Coursework Completed -
MATC
Advanced Foods & Independent Study -
Mount Horeb High
Servsafe
MATC
Skills
- Scratch Baking & Pastry
- Culinary Prep & Line Cooking
- Food Safety & Sanitation (ServSafe)
- Recipe Execution & Ingredient Prep
- Inventory Management & Stocking
- Staff Training & Team Leadership
- High-Volume Service & Guest Experience
- Time Management & Multitasking
Timeline
Server, Trainer & Opening Team Member
Buck & Honey's
01.2021 - Current
Prep Cook, Line Cook & Server
Vintage Brewery Company
01.2018 - 01.2021
Head Baker & Barista
Mary's Coffee
01.2016 - 01.2017
Bakery Associate
Miller's & Sons Grocery
01.2015 - 01.2016
Culinary Coursework Completed -
MATC
Advanced Foods & Independent Study -
Mount Horeb High
Servsafe
MATC
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