Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
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Accomplishments
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BREONA WHITERS

Davenport,FL

Summary

Dynamic Pastry Chef with a proven track record at Disney, excelling in recipe development and innovative dessert preparation. Skilled in enhancing customer satisfaction through exceptional cake designs and effective team collaboration. Expertise in pastry techniques and sanitation practices, consistently delivering high-quality products that drive sales and positive feedback.

Professional culinary artist with focus on pastry arts, delivering exquisite creations for upscale dining experiences. Known for collaborative spirit and dedication to achieving exceptional results. Reliable and adaptable, consistently meeting diverse and evolving kitchen demands. Skilled in precise baking, creative design, and maintaining high standards of food safety.

Work History

Pastry Chef

Disney
09.2024 - Current
  • Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
  • Developed cross-functional relationships with other departments, ensuring smooth operations and timely completion of tasks during special events or peak business hours.
  • Implemented efficient production techniques, reducing waste and improving overall pastry quality.
  • Effectively managed multiple tasks simultaneously during high-volume periods, maintaining consistent quality across all products.
  • Developed new pastry recipes for seasonal menus, resulting in increased sales and positive feedback.
  • Maintained a clean and organized kitchen workspace, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
  • Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
  • Produced allergy-friendly gluten-, dairy- and egg-free variations of classic recipes.
  • Monitored quality of ingredients used in recipes to maintain consistency and safety standards.
  • Coordinated with kitchen staff to guarantee timely delivery of all pastries, cakes and desserts.
  • Contributed to successful catering events by designing custom dessert menus tailored to specific client preferences.

Cake Decorator

Publix Bakery
01.2022 - 05.2024
  • Improved bakery sales by creating innovative cake designs for holidays and special events.
  • Adapted quickly to new tools or technology used in cake decoration processes, staying current with industry advancements and trends.
  • Verified accuracy of orders while meeting strict deadlines on producing completed products.
  • Maintained sanitary food prep station by following established safety procedures and sanitizing instructions.
  • Packaged and priced each product according to company pricing procedures.
  • Managed material inventory and ordered new materials when needed.
  • Used variety of baking and decorating tools such as mixers, carving tools, and confectionery products.
  • Decorated [Type] pastries and cakes using colorful icings and piping techniques.

Cake Decorator

SAMS Club
10.2020 - 11.2021
  • Designed specialty cakes for weddings, birthdays, and graduations.
  • Assisted customers with selecting suitable cake designs based on their preferences, demonstrating excellent listening skills and attention to detail.
  • Handled phone calls regarding inquiries, cancelled orders, and ordering conflicts.
  • Consistently met customer expectations through clear communication regarding design specifications and delivery timelines.
  • Kept work area safe and sanitized by washing utensils, tools, and countertops.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, adhering to strict food safety guidelines and ensuring overall quality control.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by designing and executing visually appealing customized cake orders.
  • Developed a loyal clientele through exceptional customer service and high-quality cake decorations.

Line Cook

Local 25
01.2018 - 09.2020
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.

Education

Associate of Arts - PASTRY ARTS

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Boulder, CO
05-2022

Skills

  • Pastry techniques
  • Pastry preparation
  • Ingredient knowledge
  • Menu planning
  • Dessert preparation
  • Restaurant experience
  • Recipe creation
  • Sanitation practices
  • Recipe development
  • Dough handling
  • Baking science
  • Food plating
  • Icings and fondant
  • Catering expertise
  • Flavor pairing
  • Ingredient sourcing
  • Glazing and icing application
  • Plating
  • Menu preparation
  • Pastries expertise
  • Frosting and decoration
  • Team cooperation

Languages

English
Full Professional

Accomplishments

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Timeline

Pastry Chef

Disney
09.2024 - Current

Cake Decorator

Publix Bakery
01.2022 - 05.2024

Cake Decorator

SAMS Club
10.2020 - 11.2021

Line Cook

Local 25
01.2018 - 09.2020

Associate of Arts - PASTRY ARTS

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
BREONA WHITERS