Alaysha Weldishofer
Cincinnati,OH
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pastry Chef
Al-Posto Italian Ristorante
09.2023 - Current
- Determined a daily schedule, taking into account the quantity of product to be prepared in a high volume restaurant
- Developed recipes and new pastry items regularly for seasonal menus
- Created prep lists and delegated tasks to a pastry assistant
- Performed some executive duties in morning shift before chef arrived, such as communicating with distributors, farmers, and maintenance employees
- Communicated effectively with chef about daily operations and problem solved as a team
- Delegated pastry related tasks daily to evening shift line cooks
- Maintained positive relationships with not only managers, but owners as well
Pastry Assistant
Al-Posto Italian Ristorante
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Performed daily tasks such as assembling pastries (tiramisu, budino, cannolis, pavlovas, etc), dessert plating, baking sourdough focaccia, making fillings, etc.
- Prepared mise en place daily for pastry chef and helped create a streamlined production system that allowed for both more product and creativity
- Collaborated with pastry chef on creating seasonal dessert items
- Quickly adapted to new recipes and techniques as instructed by pastry chef
Line Cook
Al-Posto Italian Ristorante
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Managed the garde manger station in a high volume, fast paced restaurant
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards, including salads, appetizers, and pastry items
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Grill Cook
Proud Rooster
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Managed grill station during busy periods in a brunch specialized diner, effectively handling multiple orders simultaneously while maintaining quality standards.
- Promoted from server to cook in under 2 months
- Effectively communicated and delegated tasks with front of house employees to ensure food quality and timely delivery to guests
- Demonstrated initiative by taking on additional responsibilities during busy periods or when shortstaffed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Franklin County High School
Brookville, IN06-2017
Skills
- Menu planning
- Ingredient knowledge
- Pastry techniques
- Recipe development
- Flavor pairing
- Creativity and innovation
- Dough preparation and baking
- Quick learner
Certification
Servsafe Food Handler 2024-2029
Timeline
Pastry Chef
Al-Posto Italian Ristorante
09.2023 - Current
Pastry Assistant
Al-Posto Italian Ristorante
04.2023 - 09.2023
Line Cook
Al-Posto Italian Ristorante
04.2023 - 09.2023
Grill Cook
Proud Rooster
11.2022 - 04.2023
High School Diploma -
Franklin County High School
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