Ashley Banks
Washington,DC
Summary
Accomplished pastry cook with 10 years of experience in high-volume kitchen environments, specializing in baking and pastry preparation. Proven expertise in creating visually appealing desserts and managing ingredient procurement. Demonstrated leadership as a pastry cook at Washington Hilton, enhancing menu offerings and ensuring quality control. Committed to maintaining food hygiene and safety standards while delivering exceptional culinary experiences.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pastry Cook 1
Trade Center Management Associates
Washington, DC
09.2024 - Current
- Prepare desserts and pastries for large events and daily functions
- Help with both bulk production and detailed finishing work
- Plate desserts and assist with buffet and dessert station setup
- Follow recipes and make sure products are consistent and well presented
- Work with the team to stay on schedule for events
- Keep work areas clean and organized
- Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines
Pastry Cook 1
Washington Hilton
09.2015 - 11.2025
- Prepared desserts and baked goods for large banquets, conventions, and daily service
- Led a small team to complete prep and event production on time
- Ordered ingredients and kept track of inventory
- Assisted with menu planning and seasonal dessert ideas
- Handled both large-scale production and detailed finishing work
- Plated desserts and helped with buffet and station setup
- Maintained a clean and organized work area
- Followed food safety and sanitation standards
Banquet Cook
Grand Floridian Resort and Spa- Walt Disney World
03.2014 - 03.2015
- Prepared and cooked high-quality dishes for large events and banquets.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline meal preparation processes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations throughout service hours.
- Monitored inventory levels of ingredients and communicated needs to management.
- Assisted in menu planning by providing input on seasonal ingredients and dishes.
- Trained new team members on cooking techniques and kitchen safety protocols.
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RI 12.2013 - 09.2014
Skills
- Pastry preparation
- Recipe execution
- Inventory management
- Dessert plating
- Menu Development
- Team Leadership
Certification
- ServSafe Certified 2026
Timeline
Pastry Cook 1
Trade Center Management Associates
09.2024 - Current
Pastry Cook 1
Washington Hilton
09.2015 - 11.2025
Banquet Cook
Grand Floridian Resort and Spa- Walt Disney World
03.2014 - 03.2015
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University
12.2013 - 09.2014