Grady Holloway
St. Louis,Missouri
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Contestant
Food Network – Kids Baking Championship
07.2017
- Selected as a contestant on the nationally televised Kids Baking Championship, competing in creative baking challenges under professional conditions.
Owner, Baker, and Decorator
Gradybakes
01.2018 - Current
- Manage all aspects of a self-run baking business specializing in custom orders from small pastries to large-scale wedding cakes.
- Design, bake, and decorate high-quality products while ensuring customer satisfaction and timely delivery.
- Handle business operations including order management, client communication, and quality control.
Club Volleyball Coach
K-Elites Volleyball Club
09.2025 - 01.2026
- Worked individually with players and parents.
- Coordinated with parents, coaches, and players in setting up extra rep sessions and team bonding activities.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Prepared athletes for tournaments and high school seasons.
- Provided care, insight, and recovery options for injury.
Baker
Patty's Cheesecakes
11.2021 - 08.2024
- Prepared and baked a wide variety of cheesecakes and specialty pastries in a fast-paced kitchen.
- Provided excellent customer service at the front counter, assisting with orders and inquiries.
- Maintained a clean, organized work environment and adhered to all food safety standards.
Crew Member
AMC Theatres
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Supported theater operations by selling tickets, serving food, and ensuring cleanliness of auditoriums.
- Worked efficiently under high-pressure conditions during major movie releases, providing exceptional guest service.
- Served guests with an excited, willing, up-beat attitude.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Marketing
Missouri Baptist University
St. Louis, MO05-2027
High School Diploma - undefined
Homeschooled
St. Louis, MOSkills
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Excellent Communication
- Teaching & Mentorship
- Baking & Pastry Arts
- Relationship building
- Cake Decorating
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- PowerPoint
- Computer skills
- Active listening
- Team building
Accomplishments
- Dean's List Student with a 3.8 GPA at Missouri Baptist University
- Collegiate Men's Volleyball Team Member
- Successfully manage and operate a growing baking business while balancing academic and athletic commitments
- National TV Baking Competition Contestant
Timeline
Club Volleyball Coach
K-Elites Volleyball Club
09.2025 - 01.2026
Baker
Patty's Cheesecakes
11.2021 - 08.2024
Crew Member
AMC Theatres
05.2021 - 08.2021
Owner, Baker, and Decorator
Gradybakes
01.2018 - Current
Contestant
Food Network – Kids Baking Championship
07.2017
High School Diploma - undefined
Homeschooled
Bachelor's Degree - Marketing
Missouri Baptist University