Cairis Genao
Stratford,USA
Summary
Demonstrated expertise in baking and pastry, leveraging hands-on experience to navigate culinary challenges effectively. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Externship
Delaware North- Lincoln Ristorante
New York, NY
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Hands-on experience in high-volume production., technical proficiency in baking and pastry arts, and maintenance of food safety standards. Key responsibilities include assisting with, plating, preparing, and decorating desserts while contributing to team efficiency and cleanliness.
Extern Baker
Pink Sweets Cake
Stamford, CT
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Assisted in daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance productivity within the department.
- Executed routine tasks with attention to detail, improving task efficiency and accuracy.
- Maintained accurate inventory of baking supplies and ingredients
- Created a variety of pastry items, including: a Passion fruit mousse with blueberry and lemon petite gateau, Pistachio cheesecake tarts, and strawberry lemon curd tarts
- Developed strong interpersonal and communication skills by collaborating with all types of personalities in various situations.
Sales Associate
Spirit Halloween
Fairfield, CT
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Greet and receive customers in a welcoming manner.
- Answer customer questions and assist with requests.
- Execute purchases and returns at the cash register while checking for accuracy.
- Restock and organize merchandise on the sales floor.
- Resolve customer complaints and issues in a timely and professional manner.
- Drives sales through engagement of customers, suggestive selling, and sharing product knowledge.
Assistant Manager/Key Holder
Shoe Dept.Encore
Tamaqua, PA
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Assisting the Store Manager with daily operations of a shoe store in order to maximize sales and maintain operational company standards.
- Opening and closing the store
- Managing the store’s security alarm system, including ensuring it’s in perfect condition, enabling it and disabling it when necessary
- Storing and protecting the security alarm codes, changing them when necessary
- Making sure that the store is always clean and properly organized
- Attending to customer requests or inquiries in the store
- Filling in for the store manager when required
Call Center Representative
Solar Xchange
Cherry Hill, NJ
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Manage large amounts of inbound and outbound calls in a timely manner
- Be able to take 200+ calls a day
- Follow communication “scripts” when handling different topics
- Able to cold call / deal with transfers from cold calls
Retail Sales Associate
Walmart
Cherry Hill, NJ
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Sales Associate in Fabrics and Crafts
- Began training for the role/ position of department manager
- Skilled at cash handling and accounting
- I started off as a cashier with no experience and within 2 months I was assisting the manager with daily tasks as well as aiding other cashiers
- I worked as a customer service associate for 3-4 months in this establishment and I have 2 years of customer service experience prior to this
- Possess the ability to work under pressure, supervised, and unsupervised
Line Cook and Prep Cook
The Patterson Club
Fairfield, CT
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Hands-on experience in high-volume production., technical proficiency in baking and pastry arts, and maintenance of food safety standards. Key responsibilities include assisting with, plating, preparing, and decorating desserts while contributing to team efficiency and cleanliness.
Education
Associate's degree - Baking and pastry
The Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY04.2026
Associate of Science -
Bunnell High School
Stratford, CT06.2021
Skills
- Achieved optimal cleanliness and organization across facilities through effective management of cleaning protocols Improved workplace safety and employee satisfaction by fostering a clean environment Elevated operational efficiency by streamlining cleaning processes
- Coordinated cross-functional teamwork to streamline processes and improve overall efficiency
- Oversaw cash handling processes, including receipt, disbursement, and reconciliation of funds
- Provided translation and interpretation services to bridge language barriers in various settings
- Achieved high customer satisfaction ratings through attentive service and product recommendations Increased sales by implementing effective merchandising techniques Fostered a collaborative team environment that enhanced overall store performance
- Exhibited patience while guiding team members through complex tasks, ensuring thorough understanding and successful completion
- Managed staff performance and provided guidance to foster a productive work environment
- Specialized in developing and refining pastry recipes, ensuring high-quality standards and visual appeal
- Achieved improved student engagement through effective classroom support Enhanced academic performance by providing tailored assistance to struggling learners Contributed to a collaborative educational atmosphere that promoted teamwork and communication
- Achieved seamless execution of heavy lifting tasks, contributing to overall project success Enhanced team productivity by implementing effective lifting techniques Fostered a culture of safety and teamwork during physically intensive activities
- Achieved high customer satisfaction ratings through effective resolution of inquiries and complaints Enhanced service delivery by streamlining processes and improving team collaboration Fostered positive customer relationships that contributed to repeat business
- Coordinated training and development initiatives for team members to improve service delivery in Assistant Manager role
- Achieved consistent customer satisfaction through the delivery of high-quality baked products Enhanced product offerings by experimenting with new recipes and flavors Fostered a collaborative environment that encouraged creativity and innovation in baking
- Achieved timely project delivery through effective team collaboration and resource management Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining processes and communication Drove successful project completion by aligning team efforts with organizational goals
Languages
English - Fluent
Spanish - Fluent
Accomplishments
- Achieved a respectable student run bistro in Frank Scott Bunnell high school with accuracy and efficiency (2020-2021)
Additional Information
Associated names: Oscairis A Cabrera
Certification
- Driver's License March 2022 to April 2026
- ServSafe Food Handler Certification 2024
Timeline
Externship
Delaware North- Lincoln Ristorante
09.2025 - 12.2025
Extern Baker
Pink Sweets Cake
01.2025 - 02.2025
Sales Associate
Spirit Halloween
09.2023 - 11.2023
Assistant Manager/Key Holder
Shoe Dept.Encore
03.2023 - 07.2023
Call Center Representative
Solar Xchange
04.2022 - 07.2022
Retail Sales Associate
Walmart
09.2021 - 03.2022
Line Cook and Prep Cook
The Patterson Club
06.2021 - 08.2021
Associate's degree - Baking and pastry
The Culinary Institute of America
Associate of Science -
Bunnell High School