Jackielyn Rivers
Saint Petersburg,FL
Summary
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Baker
Panera Bread
Clearwater, FL
03.2022 - Current
- Cleaned work areas, utensils, equipment and surfaces between batches of products.
- Operated ovens and other equipment to bake products according to established recipes.
- Followed food safety guidelines while preparing all food items.
- Ensured that all health regulations were followed at all times while working in the kitchen.
- Collaborated with other bakers on staff to complete tasks efficiently within set deadlines.
- Measured, mixed and prepped raw materials according to company specifications and recipes.
- Measured out ingredients accurately to ensure consistent product quality.
- Baked fresh bread and pastries for cafes and restaurants.
- Checked baked goods periodically during baking process to ensure desired results were achieved.
- Utilized measuring instruments, commercial-grade mixers and ovens to bake cakes and pastries.
Pastry Chef
Sea Salt St. Pete
St. Petrsburg, FL
05.2018 - 10.2024
- Assisted in menu planning for all pastry items.
- Maintained a clean working environment by adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Prepared doughs, fillings and icings according to recipes.
- Planned daily production schedules based on customer orders and sales forecasts.
- Developed unique recipes for pastries and desserts, using seasonal ingredients.
- Created custom cakes for weddings, birthdays and other special occasions.
- Developed special menu items to improve business offerings.
- Managed time efficiently to produce high-quality goods within tight deadlines.
- Created several desserts such as cakes, frozen treats and pastries weekly.
- Stocked shelves with freshly-baked goods throughout the day as needed.
Line Chef
PetrsburgMaggiano's Restaurant
TAMPA, FL
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining speed and accuracy in production.
- Set up line station with proper tools and products, quality checked products within line station, maintained equipment and monitored food delivery.
- Communicated effectively with other kitchen personnel to coordinate meal preparation activities.
- Performed daily maintenance tasks such as cleaning ovens, grills, stoves, fryers.
- Cleaned up cooking stations and properly stored leftovers.
- Adjusted heat sources according to recipe specifications for each dish prepared.
- Embraced full responsibility for quality of food served, followed proper plate presentation guidelines and garnished artful dishes for maximum appeal to discerning customers.
- Checked all dishes before they left the kitchen to ensure that they met quality standards.
- Plated finished dishes according to presentation standards set by Head Chef or Sous Chef.
- Stored leftovers properly so that they could be used later in the week if needed.
- Prepared ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food before use.
- Maintained a high level of cleanliness and organization in the kitchen area at all times.
- Trained new line cooks on proper techniques for preparation of dishes.
- Stored food items and rotated food in freezer and refrigerator.
- Ensured proper food storage procedures were followed to maintain quality standards.
- Coordinated food preparation and timed completion to allow on-time serving of tasty, plentiful and nutritious food at correct temperature to valued customers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL09-2026
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
El Centro College
Dallas, TX12-2018
Skills
- Food Safety
- Customer Service
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Recipe Development
- Temperature Control
- Ingredient Selection
- Stock Rotation
- Recipe-Based Cooking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Baker
Panera Bread
03.2022 - Current
Line Chef
PetrsburgMaggiano's Restaurant
10.2021 - 03.2022
Pastry Chef
Sea Salt St. Pete
05.2018 - 10.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
Full Sail University
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
El Centro College