Devon Mclendon
West Palm Beach
Summary
Accomplished Pastry Chef with expertise in mass production for catering events and functions . Hardworking, dedicated and knowledgeable professional with exacting standards for food quality and presentation.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pastry Chef
The Breakers
10.2021 - Current
- Managed daily production to meet weekly event and restaurant needs
- Personalized desserts based on client requests and preferences.
- Training new employees on recipes and standards.
- Insuring that the kitchen is clean and well stocked for the next team
- mass production of dessert staples for on site restaurants
Line Cook /Kitchen Prep Cook
Batch
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- maintained well organized and sanitary station
- Maintained well-stocked stations to meet order volume
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction
Pastry Chef
Jessicas
11.2018 - 12.2019
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to guarantee timely delivery of all pastries, cakes and desserts.
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
- Prepared dough for variety of pastries, cakes and breads.
Kitchen Supervisor
Paddlers Pub
10.2016 - 11.2018
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
- Set and oversaw weekly and special event menu plans.
Cook II
Middlebury College
09.2011 - 10.2016
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies to meet the demands of service.
- Set up and break down of work stations
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
Skills
- Creativity and innovation
- Efficiency
- problem solver
- Catering expertise
- Dessert preparation
- Production planning
- Recipe development
- Training staff
Certification
- NRFSP Food Safety Manager Certification, active until Nov 2029
Timeline
Pastry Chef
The Breakers
10.2021 - Current
Line Cook /Kitchen Prep Cook
Batch
10.2020 - 10.2021
Pastry Chef
Jessicas
11.2018 - 12.2019
Kitchen Supervisor
Paddlers Pub
10.2016 - 11.2018
Cook II
Middlebury College
09.2011 - 10.2016