Ariel Medallia
Hilo,HI
Summary
Dynamic bakery professional with extensive experience at Island Naturals Market, excelling in baking and recipe development. A dedicated team player with strong multitasking abilities, committed to maintaining high standards of food safety and customer satisfaction.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
School Baker
DOE
08.2018 - Current
- Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and students.
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for children.
- Maintained accurate inventory of baking supplies and ingredients.
- Replenished and rotated food items, following correct food cooling and storage procedures.
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
- Operated ovens and bakery equipment to prepare products according to recipes.
- Prepared dough for variety of breads.
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
- Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients.
Bakery Manager
Island Naturals Market
03.2004 - 08.2018
- Arranged bakery displays to showcase baked goods, cakes, and pies to drive product sales.
- Established performance goals and empowered bakers to exceed targets.
- Maintained and controlled inventory of baked goods.
- Trained new bakery staff on company policies and POS system use to maximize job satisfaction, expertise, and team performance.
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene in bakery premises.
- Managed all baking operations professionally and handled all problems confidently.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
- Enforced compliance with food safety standards with proper food storage, sanitation and labeling.
- Created marketing strategies and promotional campaigns to increase customer traffic and boost sales.
- Developed cost-effective strategies to drive bakery sales and optimize profits.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Walked through department multiple times each shift to evaluate and correct issues such as cleaning and stock replenishment needs.
- Maintained focus during busy times and delegated tasks to employees to keep business running smoothly.
- Kept close eye on department employees and customers to assess theft risks and maintain loss prevention goals.
- Marked-down clearance items and relocated merchandise to proper store areas.
- Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked, and well-organized.
Pantry Line Cook
HIlo Bay Cafe
02.2002 - 03.2004
- Stocked supplies to maintain sufficient levels of food products at pantry station.
- Prepped dressing, vinaigrettes and accompanying garnishes for pantry menu items.
- Notified chef in advance of supply needs to prevent inventory shortage.
- Prepared salads, sandwiches and desserts for restaurant guests and catered events.
- Cleaned and sanitized pantry station at end of shift.
- Adhered to state and local health and safety regulations for food handling and sanitation.
- Cleaned counters, shelves, walls, furniture and equipment in food service areas.
- Communicated with servers and chef to expedite food delivery.
- Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Planned menus for different events, seasons and customer requests.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to meet high demand with delicious, on-recipe foods.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Hawaii Community College
HIlo12-2024
High School Diploma -
Waiakea High School
HIlo05-2001
Skills
- Decorating skills
- Baking
- Oven operation
- Pastry preparation
- Recipe development
- Multitasking and organization
- Cake decorating
- Active listener
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Recipe-based cooking
- Team player
- Baking recipe improvements
Timeline
School Baker
DOE
08.2018 - Current
Bakery Manager
Island Naturals Market
03.2004 - 08.2018
Pantry Line Cook
HIlo Bay Cafe
02.2002 - 03.2004
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Hawaii Community College
High School Diploma -
Waiakea High School
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