Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Languages
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Diana Batista Pinhao

Arlington

Summary

Experienced pastry chef with expertise in recipe development and a focus on desserts and bread. Proven ability to create high-quality artisan and commercial baked goods while utilizing both traditional and modern baking techniques. Track record of enhancing customer satisfaction through innovative recipes that improve taste and nutritional value. Dependable general worker skilled in manual labor and equipment operation, committed to maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pastry Chef

Stayton At Museum Way
Fort Worth
01.2025 - Current
  • Coordinated with the front-of-house staff to ensure timely delivery of desserts.
  • Prepared detailed cost analysis reports for all dessert items, optimizing pricing strategies.
  • Created new recipes using available ingredients and for special occasions.
  • Adapted measurements to meet quantity of bakery items being prepared.
  • Customized items for seasonal offerings, special events and personal requests.
  • Supervised preparation and presentation of desserts for catered events.
  • Collaborated with the executive chef to pair desserts with menu items for optimal dining experience.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by adhering to health and safety regulations.
  • Utilized artistic skills to decorate cakes and pastries, enhancing presentation and customer satisfaction.

Pastry Cook I

Loews Hotels
Arlington
01.2024 - Current
  • Trained baking staff on correct techniques.
  • Created new recipes using available ingredients and for special occasions.
  • Prepared fresh bread and pastries daily for banquets, and all outlets.
  • Tracked stock levels to guarantee necessary supplies.
  • Tested and modified recipes to enhance flavor.
  • Oversaw day-to-day activities of pastry kitchen staff.
  • Led the production of all desserts, pastries, breads and other baked goods for restaurant outlets.

Bakery/Deli Associate

Walmart
Arlington
06.2023 - 01.2024
  • Maintained continuous preparation of hot and cold dishes.
  • Baked various types of bread and donuts.
  • Ensured shelves were consistently stocked.
  • Maintained cleanliness across all areas consistently.
  • Assisted customers across floor, deli, bakery areas.
  • Execute tasks swiftly to meet deadlines.

Back Office Assistant

ManpowerGroup
02.2021 - 10.2022
  • Communicated with clients, companies and drivers to guarantee full customer satisfaction.
  • Resolved product and order issues for clients.
  • Managed logistics scheduling through various software systems.
  • Managed database for customer account information.
  • Handled orders, refunds, and repair tasks.

Warehouse Lead Associate

Empor Spirits
06.2019 - 01.2021
  • Performed all duties, including picking, packing, counting, record keeping, and maintaining a clean area.
  • Prepared shipments for distribution.
  • Updated shipping and receiving personnel on current inventory status.
  • Managed daily cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory levels at all times.
  • Assisted with scheduling shipments and deliveries according to customer requirements.
  • Provided leadership to motivate staff members to achieve performance goals.

Education

High School Diploma -

Jose Afonso Highschool
Lisbon, Portugal
06.2019

Some College (No Degree) -

CEAC
Portugal

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Bakery operations
  • Specialty diets
  • Critical thinking and problem solving
  • Dessert preparation
  • Flavor pairing
  • Food costing
  • Bread baking
  • Customer Service
  • Dedicated team player
  • Leadership Skills
  • High Volume, Fast Paced
  • Work Ethic
  • Plating
  • Pastry preparation
  • Food plating
  • Dough handling

Certification

  • Food Handler, 01/24-01/26
  • Cake Decorator in AIP College
  • Technology Fundamentals in Chegg Skills

Accomplishments

  • 4th and 9th place in national math competition (2017, 2016)
  • First culinary employee to be promoted in Loews Hotels

Languages

5,5

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Pastry Chef

Stayton At Museum Way
01.2025 - Current

Pastry Cook I

Loews Hotels
01.2024 - Current

Bakery/Deli Associate

Walmart
06.2023 - 01.2024

Back Office Assistant

ManpowerGroup
02.2021 - 10.2022

Warehouse Lead Associate

Empor Spirits
06.2019 - 01.2021

High School Diploma -

Jose Afonso Highschool

Some College (No Degree) -

CEAC

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