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Caroline Koelliker

Summary

From a young age, I've been captivated by the world of baking. As the sibling who came home from school every day and made cookies for the family, I relished in their reactions when they took their first bites. This passion gradually evolved into a fascination with cake decorating. I would spend hours watching videos of professional bakers creating their designs, wishing for the materials to do the same. When I received my first cake decorating kit for my fourteenth birthday, it ignited a new passion within me. I practiced relentlessly, even using sheets of cardboard when I didn't have a cake on hand. Eventually, I got a job as a Cake Decorator at Harris Teeter, honing my skills and creating cakes for various occasions: birthdays, anniversary's, and even weddings. Although I had to quit the job due to high school basketball season, my interest persisted. I started taking requests from friends and family, which, in time, became friends-of-friends and complete strangers. I finally made a Facebook account for my business and continued to do what I love, while also making profit. Interacting with customers as a Cake Decorator has had a significant impact on my everyday life. Through these interactions, I've developed valuable skills in communication, patience, and problem-solving. These skills have not only influenced my cake decorating journey but have also shaped me as a person, helping me navigate various aspects of life with confidence and adaptability.

Work History

Home Baker

Self-Employed
  • Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers since 2020
  • Developed recipes for new products and improved existing recipes.
  • Sold made-to-order cakes/desserts to customers on Facebook, those who discovered my baking through mutual friends, and family
  • Specializing in cakes while also having the ability to make and decorate a variety of desserts
  • I developed a passion for cake decorating based upon the artistry it required
  • Self-taught

Cake Decorator

Harris Teeter
  • Designed specialty cakes for weddings, birthdays, and graduations.
  • Handled phone calls regarding inquiries, cancelled orders, and ordering conflicts.
  • Kept work area safe and sanitized by washing utensils, tools, and countertops.
  • Packaged and priced each product according to company pricing procedures.

Timeline

Home Baker

Self-Employed

Cake Decorator

Harris Teeter
Caroline Koelliker