Gabrielle Bissell
Scottsdale,AZ
Summary
Talented Pastry Chef excelling in developing recipes, managing inventory and handling high-volume daily production needs. Specializing in Cake and Pastry creations. Dedicated to producing high quality, delicious sweets. Well organized and disciplined, offering excellent multitasking and communication skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastry Cook 1
The Fairmont Princess
10.2023 - Current
- Supported a positive work environment through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
- Mentored junior pastry cooks, sharing knowledge and expertise to foster skill development and professional growth.
- Assisted in managing inventory levels and placed orders for ingredients, maintaining sufficient stock levels while minimizing waste.
- Balanced multiple tasks simultaneously while consistently meeting deadlines during high volume periods.
- Decorated pastries with different icings and toppings, using spatulas, scrapers and piping bags.
Pastry Chef
Cala Scottsdale
01.2022 - 10.2023
- Oversaw purchasing, storage, and use of kitchen supplies.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Created dessert menu for each season
- Personalized creations for holidays, banquets, and special events.
- Assisted Sous chefs in daily operations of the kitchen such as prepping station, and running expo during busy dinner services.
- Created prep lists and managed production of all components of the menu.
Pastry Cook
The Wrigley Mansion
04.2021 - 01.2022
- Prepared wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies and tarts by following traditional and modern recipes.
- Oversaw pastry coolers and storage areas to monitor ingredient and supply inventory levels.
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
Pastry Cook II
Elements
11.2018 - 03.2021
- Assisted in production of high volume, specialty desserts for large parties, usually up to 50 guests
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation
- Addressed dessert complaints and served replacement menu items promptly
- Learned and practiced different plating techniques to properly showcase dessert
- Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling and measuring ingredients and operating mixer
- Produced allergy-friendly creations based on customer needs, including gluten-, dairy- and egg-free variations of classic recipes
- Also had experience floating between stations, working on the line in high pressure situations
Cake Decorator/ Baker
A Bakeshop
04.2019 - 01.2020
- Assisted head decorator with daily cake orders, up to about 30 during the weekend
- Decorated daily cupcakes
- Tested out new seasonal flavors
- Decorated pastries and cakes quickly and precisely by organizing and prioritizing each task.
- Handled phone calls regarding inquiries, cancelled orders and ordering conflicts.
Cake Decorator/ Baker
Cake Crumbs
09.2017 - 11.2019
- Decorating up to 15 fondant and soft-frosted style cakes daily
- Create 2D and 3D fondant artwork including flowers for use on Custom cake orders
- Working with customers to come up with their cake vision based on color, theme, size and price
- Keep work area safe and sanitized by washing utensils, tools and countertops
- Assist Head Baker in production of daily cupcakes, and custom cake orders
- Produce variety of buttercream and filling for use throughout bakery. ( Lemon Curd, Compote, Jams, Buttercreams, etc.)
- Maintain positive work environment
- Alter orders for customers, following customer complaints
Baker
Boulder Baked
2 2017 - 6 2017
- In charge of production and frosting of daily cupcakes and cakes
- Produce variety of large scale cookie dough. (some that complied with vegan and GF diets.)
- Make variety of soups and savory items while maintaining consistency
- Open bakery
Assistant Pasty Chef
Bittersweet Cafe & Confections
04.2017 - 10.2019
- Take inventory and write out daily production
- Train new kitchen staff on procedures
- Decorate cakes, cupcakes, cookies, breads, and specialty desserts( cheesecake, flour-less chocolate cake, PB Bombs, pies)
- Keep cases and shelves clean and well stocked
- Experiment with new menu items, and flavors
- Work closely with Head Pastry Chef, to come up with menu that works with regular, GF, and vegan diets
Education
Degree - Baking and Pastry Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Boulder, CO2017
High School Diploma - undefined
Centennial High School
Las Cruces, NM2016
Skills
- Works well in fast paced environment
- Skillful in reading recipes and using proper techniques to achieve proper finished products
- Attention to detail
- High energy
- Quick learner
- Quick problem solver
- Lift and carry up to 50 lbs
- Practice proper food safety procedures
- Recipe Creation
Timeline
Pastry Cook 1
The Fairmont Princess
10.2023 - Current
Pastry Chef
Cala Scottsdale
01.2022 - 10.2023
Pastry Cook
The Wrigley Mansion
04.2021 - 01.2022
Cake Decorator/ Baker
A Bakeshop
04.2019 - 01.2020
Pastry Cook II
Elements
11.2018 - 03.2021
Cake Decorator/ Baker
Cake Crumbs
09.2017 - 11.2019
Assistant Pasty Chef
Bittersweet Cafe & Confections
04.2017 - 10.2019
Baker
Boulder Baked
2 2017 - 6 2017
Degree - Baking and Pastry Arts
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
High School Diploma - undefined
Centennial High School
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