Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Affiliations
Certification
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Jasmine James

Pastry Chef
Charlotte,NC

Summary

Motivated, creative, detail-oriented, experienced Bakery Assistant at Riesterer's Bakery & Cake Gallery for over 2 years, supporting daily baking operations and product decorating, especially cookies. Gained foundational skills in piping, icing, writing, and presentation while learning from experienced decorators in a fast-paced bakery environment. Maintained a clean, organized, and efficient workspace, demonstrated reliability, and collaborated effectively with team members. Eager to transition into a dedicated cake decorator role to expand creative skills and contribute to high-quality, visually appealing baked goods. Possesses strong communication skills, dedication to work, and a genuine passion for cake artistry.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bakery Assistant

Riesterer's Bakery & Cake Gallery
West Hempstead
02.2023 - 06.2025
  • Responsible for mainly preparing products to be baked, decorating cookies, and helping with the preparation of cakes, cupcakes, muffins, danishes, breads, rolls, and more!
  • Maintained a clean work area throughout the duration of each project.
  • Measured and weighed ingredients to prepare dough for recipes.

Volunteer

One Church
Elmont
10.2024 - 10.2024
  • Maintained cleanliness of public areas and guestrooms according to standards.
  • Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
  • Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items, and refill beverages.
  • Inspected dining and serving areas for cleanliness and proper setup.
  • Assisted staff by serving food and beverages or bussing tables.
  • Supervised activities of dining room staff to maintain service levels and support guest needs.
  • Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure guests received high-quality service.

Education

High School Diploma -

Sewanhaka High School
500 Tulip Ave, Floral Park, NY 11001
06-2024

Skills

  • Baking techniques
  • Product decorating
  • Team collaboration
  • Baking assistance
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Product packaging
  • Schedule flexibility
  • Product presentation
  • Decorating skills
  • Cake decorating

Accomplishments

  • Business, Math, and National Technical Honors society certificates received in high school
  • AB Honor roll in Grades 9-12
  • Awarded highest grade class average in the subjects Physical Science and World Geography in my freshmen year

Languages

English
Native language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Spanish
Beginner (A1)
A1

Affiliations

  • In development of baking business. Bakes, packages, and delivers baked goods for birthday parties, baby showers, sales events, and other requests (dependent on location/transportation). Baked goods include but are not limited to: Red Velvet cakes and cupcakes, Chocolate cakes and cupcakes, Strawberry crunch cake and cupcakes, Cake pops (Strawberry, Chocolate, Vanilla, Red Velvet), decorated rice krispies treats (decorated), Reese's chocolate cake, Vanilla cake and cupcakes, decorated sugar cookies (with royal icing or white chocolate), macarons (french with vanilla buttercream) peach cobbler, dipped strawberries in white, dark, or matcha chocolate (decorated).
  • Can adapt to new environments quickly
  • Joined the CTE Program in my Junior year- through senior year and took Culinary Arts I & II
  • Volunteered in a few events through the CTE program at OneChurch, got hospitality experience at one event (portioned food on plates, set tables, took orders, and collected and washed dishes from the tables like a waitress does) and did a Culinary Summer Camp at another event (taught 1st-5th graders how to cook).
  • Participated in an event at school called "Inktober" where you draw ideas based on the topics given on the day of the month October
  • I'm a highly motivated Baker, and I figure skate as my side hobby.
  • I decorate cakes and other treats on my free time (especially when off from work)

Certification

  • Took ServSafe and OSHA exam and got certified and obtained an OSHA card for completing 10-hour General Industry Safety and Health

Timeline

Volunteer

One Church
10.2024 - 10.2024

Bakery Assistant

Riesterer's Bakery & Cake Gallery
02.2023 - 06.2025

High School Diploma -

Sewanhaka High School