Christopher Velarde
La Puente
Summary
Dependable and diligent approach with eagerness to learn and grow, excelling in pastry preparation and customer service. Known for crafting custom dessert menus for high head count events, ensuring top-notch food presentation and quality. Demonstrates exceptional recipe creation skills and a commitment to maintaining standards, significantly enhancing dining experiences.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pastry Chef
West Covina High School
08.2021 - Current
- Contributed to successful catering events by designing custom dessert menus tailored to the events.
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen workspace, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
Back of House Team Member
Dixon Thach
01.2025 - Current
- Consistently met or exceeded customer expectations, receiving positive feedback from both guests and management regarding food quality and presentation.
- Prepared sandwiches, and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
- Prepared food and drinks while following safe food handling procedures.
Education
Culinary Arts
West Covina High
West Covina, CA05-2025
Skills
- Pastry preparation
- Food Preparation
- Recipe creation
- Customer service
- Food presentation
- Food handling
Affiliations
- American Culinary Federation
Certification
- Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM)
- ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
Timeline
Back of House Team Member
Dixon Thach
01.2025 - Current
Pastry Chef
West Covina High School
08.2021 - Current
Culinary Arts
West Covina High
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