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Overview
Work History
Education
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Bria Wilson

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Passionate and creative Baking and Pastry Assistant with over 6 years of experience in high-end restaurants and bakeries. Skilled in the art of baking, dessert finishing , and artisanal pastries. Seeking to leverage my culinary expertise, attention to detail, and commitment to quality in a professional pastry assistant role.



Serve safe certified

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Baker/Dessert Finisher

Oteries Bakery
08.2019 - 03.2020

• Apply Finishing Touches: Decorate and finish desserts such as cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and pastries by adding icing, glaze, fruit toppings, chocolate, sprinkles, or other decorations.

• Prepare Frosting and Fillings: Mix and prepare various types of frostings, fillings, and glazes according to bakery standards and customer specifications.

• Ensure Presentation Quality: Ensure that all finished desserts are visually appealing, maintaining high standards for presentation and consistency.

• Restock Dessert Displays: Arrange and restock finished desserts in display cases, ensuring an attractive and fresh selection for customers.

Baker/Customer Service

Acme Markets, Inc
02.2018 - 05.2019
  • Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
  • Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
  • Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently producing high-quality baked goods and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.

• Prepare Special Orders: Customize cakes, breads, and other baked goods according to customer requests, such as birthday or wedding cakes.

• Manage Inventory: Keep track of ingredients and supplies, place orders for fresh stock, and ensure the bakery department is fully stocked.

• Restock Displays: Ensure that bakery display cases are well-stocked, attractive, and neatly organized with fresh items throughout the day.

• Assist Customers: Greet and assist customers with questions about bakery items, ingredients, and suggestions for pairings or special dietary needs.

Pastry Assistant

Franklin Fountain
05.2016 - 12.2017

• Assist with Pastry Preparation: Help prepare baked goods such as cookies, brownies, cakes, cones, and other pastries that complement the ice cream offerings.

• Measure and Mix Ingredients: Follow recipes accurately to measure, mix, and prepare ingredients for baking, ensuring quality consistency.

• Maintain Cleanliness: Keep the pastry preparation area clean, organized, and sanitized, adhering to food safety regulations.

• Monitor Baking Times: Keep track of baking times and temperatures to ensure that all products are baked to perfection.

• Maintain Inventory: Track inventory levels of baked goods and report shortages to the head pastry chef or manager.

Cashier/Greeter

Friendlys Restaurant
04.2012 - 10.2014
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Handle Transactions: Process cash, credit, and debit card payments accurately and efficiently

• Welcome Customers: Greet customers as they enter the store, creating a positive first impression.


• Manage Reservations: Handle reservations and walk-ins, ensuring customers are seated in a timely manner.


• Maintain Clean Entrance Area: Ensure the front entrance and waiting area are tidy and inviting at all times.

Education

Baking And Pastry Certification - Baking And Pastry

Star Career Academy
Philadelphia, PA
10.2015

High School Diploma - Arts And Humanities

JP MCaskey
Lancaster, PA
06.2014

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Active listener
  • Food safety and sanitation

Expert in baking techniques, including cakes, pies, cookies, and pastries

Proficient in dessert plating and presentation

Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards (ServSafe Certified)

Skilled with chocolate making

Strong knowledge of kitchen equipment and tools used in baking and pastry

Excellent time management and organizational skills in high-pressure environments

Collaborative team player with strong leadership skills

Timeline

Baker/Dessert Finisher

Oteries Bakery
08.2019 - 03.2020

Baker/Customer Service

Acme Markets, Inc
02.2018 - 05.2019

Pastry Assistant

Franklin Fountain
05.2016 - 12.2017

Cashier/Greeter

Friendlys Restaurant
04.2012 - 10.2014

Baking And Pastry Certification - Baking And Pastry

Star Career Academy

High School Diploma - Arts And Humanities

JP MCaskey
Bria Wilson