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Casandra Perez

Elgin

Summary

Accomplished pastry chef i was honored to win rising star pastry chef in 2024. I have great experience in dessert creation and menu planning, honed at Comedor alongside Chef Phillip Speer. Demonstrated leadership in managing pastry production and developing innovative recipes. Skilled in ingredient knowledge and collaboration, driving quality and consistency. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Pastry Chef

Daffodil Culinary Llc
07.2025 - Current
  • Assisted in preparation of various pastries, ensuring adherence to recipes and quality standards.
  • Learned and utilized baking tools and equipment safely and efficiently in daily operations.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline workflow during busy service periods.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of pastry station to support efficient production processes.

Pastry Sous Chef

Comedor
10.2023 - 11.2025

Created diverse pastries while focusing on exceptional quality.

Worked alongside Chef Phillip Speer to design and implement new dessert recipes.

Pastry Chef

Emmer and Rye Hospitality Group
08.2022 - 10.2023

Began at their retail program working with Goldbelly. I was in charge of all retail production like the Henbit monster cookie, burnt Basque cheesecakes and kalimoxo burger buns and retail Pasta production.

From Retail at fairgrounds i moved to Hestia where I worked pastry pre and service once a week.

Pastry Chef

Firewild
01.2021 - 2022

Managed service operations at local cafe in Elgin, TX. Oversaw all pastry production, ensuring quality and consistency. Developed innovative pastries for dessert menu to attract customers.

Pastry Chef

Bonhomie
2017 - 2018

Assisted Phillip Speer in crafting and delivering dessert offerings.

Education

Associate of Applied Science -

Le Cordon Bleu
Austin, TX
07.2016

High School Diploma -

Elgin High School
Elgin, TX
05.2007

Skills

  • Pastry techniques and preparation
  • Ingredient knowledge
  • Menu planning and recipe development
  • Dessert creation
  • Restaurant experience

Timeline

Pastry Chef

Daffodil Culinary Llc
07.2025 - Current

Pastry Sous Chef

Comedor
10.2023 - 11.2025

Pastry Chef

Emmer and Rye Hospitality Group
08.2022 - 10.2023

Pastry Chef

Firewild
01.2021 - 2022

Pastry Chef

Bonhomie
2017 - 2018

Associate of Applied Science -

Le Cordon Bleu

High School Diploma -

Elgin High School