Joel Zaborowski
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Summary
To obtain employment in the field of Pastry Arts, that will utilize my training and expertise.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Baker
Publix Bakery
Sarasota, FL
03.2023 - Current
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks and maintain smooth running of bakery.
Pastry Chef
Sarasota Bay Club
Sarasota, FL
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to guarantee timely delivery of all pastries, cakes and desserts.
- Personalized creations for holidays, weddings, graduations, and personal events.
Pastry Chef
Aston Gardens at Pelican Point
06.2009 - 03.2022
- Bake all breakfast danish, cinnamon sticky buns, muffins, coffee cake, pastries; cookies in high volume including my own recipes; all birthday and anniversary cakes; holiday and special functions; lunch and dinner desserts.
Assistant Pastry Chef
Michael's on East
04.2008 - 06.2009
- Responsible for restaurant and catering pastries, specialty cakes and desserts.
CNC Operator
Sterling Manufacturing
10.2001 - 07.2006
- Cut Corian to manufacturer's specifications
- Received Stock, operated fork truck, delivered finished product to builder of homes.
Assistant Pastry Chef
Laurel Oak Country Club
Sarasota Fl
07.2006 - 04.2007
- Completed preparation/production of pastries, specialty cakes for restaurant and special functions
- Ordering and receiving stock.
Pastry Cook One/Trainer
Ritz Carlton
07.1999 - 10.2001
- One of the team members that opened the Ritz Carlton
- Responsible for quality pastries, cakes, amenities, desserts and wedding cakes for retail sales, club restaurants, banquets, and "pop ups." Specializing in the unique and accommodating.
Pastry Chef/Kitchen Manager
Ophelia's on the Bay
03.1998 - 01.1999
- Solely responsible for preparation/production of all pastries and cakes for restaurant and special functions; ordering and receiving
- First Place Award for my original dessert in 1999 Taste of Sarasota, recognition in magazines and newspapers.
Pastry Chef
The Field Club
07.1992 - 03.1994
- A prestigious club facilitating 600 members
- Emphasis on plate presentation in a large variety of high quality French pastries and all desserts.
Pastry Chef
Freedom Plaza
10.1991 - 05.1992
- Sole preparation and production of all breads, pastries, desserts for a 500 room military retirement facility including seven dining rooms, French Cafe, retail sales, private parties and catering.
Pastry Cook One
LBK Club
03.1991 - 10.1991
- Baked all breads, rolls, cakes, muffins, and breakfast pastries for three restaurants and banquets
- Trained new employees.
Pastry Chef
LaParisieene French Bakery
11.1990 - 03.1991
- Baked all pastries and cakes for retail and wholesale outlets which supplied many of Sarasota's more elite cafes, clubs, restaurants and hotels.
Head Baker
Peabody Hotel
Memphis, TN
01.1986 - 12.1988
- Responsible for coordinating work schedules and production of all breads, rolls, and breakfast pastries for six restaurants and all banquet facilities.
Education
Associates Degree - Pastry Arts
Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RISkills
- Cake Decorating
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Kitchen Safety
- Recipe Development
Timeline
Baker
Publix Bakery
03.2023 - Current
Pastry Chef
Sarasota Bay Club
03.2022 - 03.2023
Pastry Chef
Aston Gardens at Pelican Point
06.2009 - 03.2022
Assistant Pastry Chef
Michael's on East
04.2008 - 06.2009
Assistant Pastry Chef
Laurel Oak Country Club
07.2006 - 04.2007
CNC Operator
Sterling Manufacturing
10.2001 - 07.2006
Pastry Cook One/Trainer
Ritz Carlton
07.1999 - 10.2001
Pastry Chef/Kitchen Manager
Ophelia's on the Bay
03.1998 - 01.1999
Pastry Chef
The Field Club
07.1992 - 03.1994
Pastry Chef
Freedom Plaza
10.1991 - 05.1992
Pastry Cook One
LBK Club
03.1991 - 10.1991
Pastry Chef
LaParisieene French Bakery
11.1990 - 03.1991
Head Baker
Peabody Hotel
01.1986 - 12.1988
Associates Degree - Pastry Arts
Johnson & Wales University