Augustine Sanchez
Mountlake Terrace,WA
Summary
Creative Pastry Sous Chef with experience in high-end restaurants, producing a variety of baked goods and pastries. Strengths include keen understanding of baking techniques, ingredient sourcing, and recipe development. Known for creativity in menu creation and ability to train and manage kitchen staff effectively, resulting in improved overall team productivity and positive customer reviews.
Overview
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1
Certification
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1
year of post-secondary education
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastry Sous Chef
Angel of the Winds Casino Resort
Arlington, Washington
12.2023 - Current
- Prepared a variety of pastries for dining outlets and special events.
- Assisted in managing daily pastry production schedules and inventory levels.
- Collaborated with culinary team to develop seasonal dessert menus.
- Trained junior staff on pastry techniques and kitchen operations.
- Maintained compliance with health department regulations by adhering to safety protocols.
- Researched new pastry trends to enhance dessert offerings at the resort.
- Developed creative new menu items and recipes to ensure ongoing customer satisfaction.
- Identified areas where efficiency can be improved within the pastry kitchen environment.
- Supervised a team of pastry chefs, providing guidance and training on daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Created weekly work schedules for pastry staff ensuring adequate coverage during peak hours.
Commercial Representative
First Security Bank
Mountlake Terrace, WA
03.2021 - 12.2023
- Facilitated customer inquiries regarding bank products and services.
- Assisted clients with account management and transaction processing.
- Conducted presentations on financial services to prospective clients.
- Resolved customer complaints through effective problem-solving techniques.
- Supported marketing initiatives to promote new banking products and services.
Cake Decorator
Fred Myers
Kirkland, Washington
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Decorated cakes using various techniques and styles for customer orders.
- Applied frosting and decorations to cakes, ensuring visual appeal and quality.
- Assisted in creating custom cake designs based on customer preferences.
- Used pastry bags and tips to pipe messages and decorative roses onto cakes.
- Educated customers about cake options and flavor pairings during consultations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the decorating station and tools.
- Managed inventory of decorating supplies, including icing, tools, and molds.
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure fresh ingredients and safe practices.
Bakery Supervisor
Whole Foods Market Inc
Bellevue, Washington
09.2016 - 10.2020
- Supervised daily bakery operations and ensured product quality standards.
- Trained new team members on safety and food handling procedures.
- Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies to maintain stock.
- Implemented best practices for cleanliness and sanitation in the bakery.
- Monitored equipment functionality and arranged for maintenance.
- Assisted in developing new recipes and seasonal offerings for customers.
Assistant Pastry Chef
Tulalip Resort Casino
Marysville, Washington
04.2015 - 09.2016
- Prepared and baked a variety of pastries for high-volume events.
- Assisted in developing new dessert recipes for seasonal menus.
- Managed inventory of baking supplies and ingredients for the kitchen.
- Coached new staff on policies, procedures and performance strategies.
- Collaborated with professionals to plan and develop new recipes.
- Monitored and ordered supplies and baking ingredient stock items such as flour and sugar.
- Supervised bakers during their shifts ensuring they followed all safety protocols while preparing pastries.
- Maintained records of daily production including quantity, quality and type of product produced.
- Operated ovens, mixers, grinders, slicers, blenders and other related bakery equipment safely.
- Assisted head pastry chef in creating attractive displays for pastry items at special events.
Education
Associates Degree Baking - Baking And Patisserie
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts Scottsdale
Scottsdale, AZ 07.2007 - 10.2008
Skills
- Pastry techniques
- Recipe development
- Menu planning
- Pastry production
- Quality control
- Food safety compliance
- Food safety protocols
- Sanitation practices
- Inventory management
- Problem solving
Certification
- Food handlers card
Timeline
Pastry Sous Chef
Angel of the Winds Casino Resort
12.2023 - Current
Commercial Representative
First Security Bank
03.2021 - 12.2023
Cake Decorator
Fred Myers
10.2020 - 03.2021
Bakery Supervisor
Whole Foods Market Inc
09.2016 - 10.2020
Assistant Pastry Chef
Tulalip Resort Casino
04.2015 - 09.2016
Associates Degree Baking - Baking And Patisserie
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts Scottsdale
07.2007 - 10.2008