Damian Rivera
Lehigh Acres,FL
Summary
Skilled Pastry Chef knowledgeable about recipe development, inventory management and team leadership. Specialties include European pastries and Latin desserts.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastry Chef
The Glenview at Pelican Bay
Naples, FL
12.2021 - Current
- Coordinated supplies, placed orders and managed stock on hand for bakery.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Ordered necessary supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels of baking ingredients.
Pastry Chef
Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club
Naples , FL
02.2014 - 03.2021
- Planned daily production schedules based on customer orders and sales forecasts.
- Organized daily tasks for the entire team of bakers ensuring efficient workflow.
- Customized items for seasonal offerings, special events and personal requests.
- Supervised preparation and presentation of desserts for catered events.
- Created [Number] desserts such as cakes, frozen treats and pastries weekly.
Pastry Chef
Moorings Park Community Health
Naples , FL
08.2009 - 01.2014
- Planned daily production schedules based on customer orders and sales forecasts.
- Created custom cakes for weddings, birthdays and other special occasions.
- Developed special menu items to improve business offerings.
- Customized items for seasonal offerings, special events and personal requests.
Education
Culinary/Food Beverage - Culinary
INA Culinary Institute
San Jose, Costa Rica02-1986
Skills
- Recipe Development
- Restaurant Experience
- Dessert Preparation
- Catering understanding
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Hyatt Regency Resort and Spa
Sanibel Harbour Resort and Spa
Roy's Restaurant
Heritage Palm Country Club
Timeline
Pastry Chef
The Glenview at Pelican Bay
12.2021 - Current
Pastry Chef
Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club
02.2014 - 03.2021
Pastry Chef
Moorings Park Community Health
08.2009 - 01.2014
Culinary/Food Beverage - Culinary
INA Culinary Institute
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