Assia El Rhaffouli
Pastry Specialist
Orlando,FL
Summary
Experienced multilingual professional with a strong background in pastry and bakery arts, accounting, and teaching. Fluent in French, Arabic, and Moroccan dialect. Skilled in event coordination, customer service, and volunteer management. Proficient in Moroccan cuisine and committed to delivering high-quality results.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
PASTRY COOK I
Caribe Royale Orlando
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Led the preparation and presentation of a diverse range of pastries and desserts.
- Worked closely with the executive chef to develop seasonal and special event menus.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
PASTRY COOK I
Loews Pacific Resort
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Executed high-quality pastry production for resort guests, adhering to brand standards.
- Collaborated with the culinary team to create innovative dessert offerings.
- Trained and mentored junior kitchen staff in pastry techniques and best practices.
LINE COOK/Pastry Baker
My French Café
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Crafted a variety of pastries and baked goods, ensuring consistent quality and presentation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the kitchen to meet health and safety standards.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing special dietary requests and preferences.
PREP COOK
Marrakech Restaurant
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Assisted in preparing ingredients and maintaining kitchen organization for efficient meal service.
- Ensured adherence to food safety and hygiene standards in a high-volume kitchen.
- Collaborated with chefs to execute daily menu items and special requests.
ENTERTAINMENT HOSTESS
El Falah Schools
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Organized activities for students at multiple school locations
- Hosted and trained kids in singing, dancing, and acting
PRIVATE PASTRY CATERER
01.2010 - 01.2016
- Received orders for various Moroccan dishes from locals
- Packaged and delivered all orders alone
FRENCH TEACHER
Le Petit Prince Middle School
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Taught various grades in middle school
- Provided after-school tutoring
MANAGER
La Voix Expresse
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Oversaw the shipments of packages
- Ensured everything went smoothly and according to plan
PASTRY AND BAKERY CHEF
MakSafe Meals
01.1999 - 01.2005
- Head of the pastry shop/bakery
- Organized and executed daily commands
- Assisted with employee scheduling
- Ensured efficiency as a top priority
ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT
Meziane Expert Comptable
01.1987 - 01.1988
- Assisted in accounting by organizing companies' taxes and annual records
ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT
Shader Expert Comptable
01.1985 - 01.1986
- Completed companies' taxes and straightened their annual records
Education
Associate of Science - Baking and Pastry Management
Valencia College Downtown Campus
Orlando, FL 05.2020 - Current
BACCALAUREAT -
Ali Benbar High School
05.2001 - 01.1983
Skills
- Multilingual: Fluent in French, Arabic, and Moroccan dialect
- Culinary Expertise: Skilled pastry and bakery cook; proficient in Moroccan cuisine
- Customer Service: Experience in catering, managing orders, and ensuring customer satisfaction
- Event Coordination: Organized activities and events, including entertainment and educational programs
- Leadership and Management: Managed teams, oversaw shipments, and handled scheduling
- Teaching and Training: Taught French; trained and mentored junior kitchen staff
- Administrative Skills: Accounting assistance; managing tax records and annual reports
- Volunteer Management: Directed and managed various volunteer organizations and cultural projects
Timeline
PASTRY COOK I
Caribe Royale Orlando
01.2023 - 01.2024
PASTRY COOK I
Loews Pacific Resort
01.2021 - 01.2022
Associate of Science - Baking and Pastry Management
Valencia College Downtown Campus
05.2020 - Current
LINE COOK/Pastry Baker
My French Café
01.2019 - 01.2020
PREP COOK
Marrakech Restaurant
01.2017 - 01.2019
ENTERTAINMENT HOSTESS
El Falah Schools
01.2015 - 01.2016
FRENCH TEACHER
Le Petit Prince Middle School
01.2012 - 01.2015
PRIVATE PASTRY CATERER
01.2010 - 01.2016
MANAGER
La Voix Expresse
01.2005 - 01.2009
BACCALAUREAT -
Ali Benbar High School
05.2001 - 01.1983
PASTRY AND BAKERY CHEF
MakSafe Meals
01.1999 - 01.2005
ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT
Meziane Expert Comptable
01.1987 - 01.1988
ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT
Shader Expert Comptable
01.1985 - 01.1986
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