Donna Hayes
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Detail-oriented Culinary Professional experienced in food safety and sanitation. Delivered effective kitchen training by adapting recipes for diverse needs and fostering teamwork, while enhancing overall kitchen organization. Holds current ServSafe Certification for Food Safety Management.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Greensboro Day School
Greensboro, NC
08.2021 - 08.2024
- Taught hands-on culinary classes to children, including cooking, baking, food preparation, and kitchen safety
- Managed groups of students while maintaining a safe, clean, organized and positive environment
- Demonstrated proper food-preparation techniques and safe kitchen practices
- Communicated instructions clearly and patiently to individuals with varying skill levels
- Planned and organized recipes, ingredients, equipment, and activities for each class
- Adapted recipes and instructions to accommodate different needs and skill levels
- Encouraged teamwork, attention to detail, confidence, and the ability to follow directions
Pastry Chef
The Painted Plate
Greensboro, NC
03.2018 - 08.2021
- Developed innovative pastry recipes to expand menu offerings.
- Crafted diverse pastries, including cakes, tarts, and bread.
- Developed unique recipes for pastries and desserts, using seasonal ingredients.
- Conducted recipe testing and modification to improve taste and texture of baked goods.
- Prepared doughs, fillings and icings according to recipes.
- Assisted in menu planning for all pastry items.
- Collaborated with other chefs in developing new recipes for pastries and desserts.
- Collaborated with team members to facilitate efficient kitchen operations.
- Planned daily production schedules based on customer orders and sales forecasts.
- Tracked inventory levels and initiated ingredient orders.
- Procured essential ingredients to ensure uninterrupted production. to maintain adequate inventory levels of baking ingredients.
- Ensured adherence to food safety standards during production processes.
- Maintained strict adherence to food safety and sanitation standards, passing all inspections.
- Ensured proper storage of products to prevent spoilage or contamination.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations and kitchen areas.
- Maintained a clean working environment by adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Assisted in designing visually appealing displays for pastry presentations.
- Coordinated with the front-of-house staff to ensure timely delivery of desserts.
- Offered exceptional customer service, handling special dessert requests and dietary restrictions.
- Allocated time effectively to ensure timely completion of baking tasks. to produce high-quality goods within tight deadlines.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to identify areas for improvement in product offerings or processes.
Education
Communication
Tennessee Temple University
Chattanooga, TNSkills
- Culinary instruction
- Recipe development and adaptation
- Food Safety and Sanitation
- Food Allergy awareness
- Dietary modification
- High-volume food production
- Catering and Event food preparation
- Production planning
- Inventory and ordering
- Quality and portion control
- Kitchen Organization
- Time management
- Teamwork and communication
- Customer Service
Certification
- ServSafe Certification for Food Safety Management
Timeline
Teacher
Greensboro Day School
08.2021 - 08.2024
Pastry Chef
The Painted Plate
03.2018 - 08.2021
Communication
Tennessee Temple University