Joseph Gifoli
Massapequa,NY
Summary
Baker and former business owner with 30 + years' experience in the bakery industry. Offering expertise, knowledge, and understanding of the challenges in the baking industry. Looking to help other companies lead and grow their business.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Chairman of the Board - Volunteer Position
New York State Bakers Association
05.1995 - Current
- Collaborate and network with fellow retail bakery owners.
- Organize meetings, trade shows, workshops, and scholarships.
Owner
Gourmet Bake Shop
10.1991 - 02.2024
- Managed financial aspects of business, including budgeting, financial reporting, payroll, bookkeeping, inventory, purchasing, and receiving.
- Established positive loyal workplace culture.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness, attract new customers, and increase revenue.
- Developed new items to grow sales. Hands on when needed.
- Helped train bakers and cake decorators in all aspects of kitchen. Was hands on when needed.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Farmingdale State College
Farmingdale, NYSkills
- Business Planning
- Small Business Management
- Cake Decorating
- Recipe Development
- Food Safety
- Seasonal Baking
- Quality Control
- Specialty Breads
- Training Staff
- Dessert Preparation
- Food Costing
- Pastry Techniques
- Equipment Maintenance
- Gluten Free Baking
Affiliations
- Member of the American Culinary Federation of Long Island
- Member of the Retail Bakers of America
Timeline
Chairman of the Board - Volunteer Position
New York State Bakers Association
05.1995 - Current
Owner
Gourmet Bake Shop
10.1991 - 02.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Farmingdale State College
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