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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Gymnastics Coach
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Elyse Buck

Owatonna,MN

Summary

Proven leader in bakery and confectionery arts, I excelled at Crack of Dawn Bakehouse by enhancing product quality and customer satisfaction. Leveraging strong communication and pastry production proficiency, I led teams to exceed health standards and innovate menu offerings, significantly reducing waste and improving operational efficiency. My blend of technical skill and interpersonal prowess drives continuous improvement in fast-paced environments. Creative Bakery Manager looking to build upon skills and tackle new responsibilities. Over 6 years of experience in baking cakes and pastries. Extensive knowledge of all handcraft baking techniques and food safety and sanitation standards. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Head Baker

Crack of Dawn Bakehouse
03.2023 - Current
  • Improved consistency of baked goods by accurately following established recipes and paying close attention to detail during preparation stages.
  • Maintained clean, organized kitchen to maximize efficiency and food safety.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new techniques and recipes when changes were introduced to the menu or production methods.
  • Lifted and moved items weighing over 50 pounds using proper lifting techniques.
  • Gained proficiency in operating various baking equipment, ensuring consistent product quality while minimizing downtime due to maintenance issues.
  • Washed dishes and sanitized prep area at end of each shift.
  • Assisted head baker in creating unique and innovative recipes, resulting in a diverse and appealing product selection.
  • Received positive feedback from customers on numerous occasions due to outstanding service and high-quality baked goods provided.
  • Supported bakery operations by accurately measuring ingredients, mixing doughs, and preparing batters for various products.
  • Ensured proper food handling procedures were followed at all times by adhering to established guidelines for sanitation practices.
  • Effectively communicated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless coordination and timely delivery of customer orders.
  • Developed strong time management skills through prioritizing tasks during busy shifts for optimal productivity.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Efficiently managed inventory levels, reducing waste and ensuring the availability of fresh ingredients at all times.
  • Participated in weekly inventory counts and ordering processes, ensuring the bakery was stocked with necessary supplies for smooth operations.
  • Decorated baked goods and designed visually appealing displays of finished products.
  • Stored, labeled and replenished supplies in compliance with food safety regulations.
  • Operated commercial kitchen equipment and tools.
  • Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
  • Managed customer service operations, including taking orders and resolving complaints.
  • Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.

Chocolatier

Curly Girlz Candy
10.2018 - 08.2022
  • Packaged chocolate items for delivery or pickup.
  • Made confections by hand and ordered ingredients from suppliers.
  • Maintained strict adherence to food safety standards during all stages of production, ensuring top-notch product quality.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by creating visually appealing and delicious chocolate products.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures while maintaining product quality, contributing to increased profitability.
  • Optimized recipe formulations for enhanced flavor profiles while adhering to established nutritional guidelines when required.
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and organized to promote safety, productivity and team success.
  • Documented batch production information such as ingredients and amounts, cycle times and temperatures observed.
  • Cultivated positive work setting for all employees by actively listening and communicating with team members focused on common goals.
  • Cleaned and sterilized factory processing containers and work areas to keep foods safe.
  • Created batches of food products with specified flavor, texture, clarity, bouquet and color profiles by following production recipes and procedures.
  • Prepared mixtures by properly filling kettles, pressure cookers and other processing containers with exact ingredients in accurate proportions.
  • Followed instructions and processes to maintain food and beverage integrity.
  • Located and corrected different operational problems and mechanical faults to maintain production levels.
  • Chose, inspected, weighed, and measured ingredients for each production run.
  • Worked with large vats, paddles and agitators to blend, mix and heat raw materials.

Kitchen Manager

Trinity Lutheran Church
09.2017 - 06.2018
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
  • Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
  • Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing staff scheduling.

Education

Culinary Certificate - Baking And Patisserie

Le Cordon Bleu
Mendota Heights, MN
04.2016

High School Diploma -

Owatonna High School
Owatonna, MN
06.2008

Skills

  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Quality control knowledge
  • Continuous Improvement Mindset
  • Food Safety Compliance
  • Time Management Aptitude
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Decision-making prowess
  • Interpersonal relationship building
  • Inventory Management Abilities
  • Pastry production proficiency
  • Dough handling mastery
  • Sanitation Standards Enforcement
  • Bread Making Expertise
  • Menu Planning Capabilities
  • Ingredient sourcing acumen
  • Presentation and Demonstration
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Cake Decorating
  • Portion Control
  • Allergy awareness
  • Recipe Development
  • Baking equipment maintenance
  • Bakery Operations
  • Knowledge of doughs

Certification

  • ServSafe Training - 2026

Gymnastics Coach

As a gymnastics coach I teach future and aspiring gymnasts different skills. 

  • They learn everything from tumbling skills they need to compete on the Balance Beam and the Floor Exercise.
  • They also learn appropriate skills on Bars and how to compete a vault.
  • They also learn different different leaps, jumps and turns for on the Balance Beam and Floor.
  • I mentor them and guide them through different stressful times and situations.
  • I become someone they are able to lean on and trust when they are struggling.

Timeline

Assistant Head Baker

Crack of Dawn Bakehouse
03.2023 - Current

Chocolatier

Curly Girlz Candy
10.2018 - 08.2022

Kitchen Manager

Trinity Lutheran Church
09.2017 - 06.2018

Culinary Certificate - Baking And Patisserie

Le Cordon Bleu

High School Diploma -

Owatonna High School

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