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Kenya Sonia

Marrero,LA

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Skilled Baker with exceptional knowledge of baking times, methods, temperatures and flavors. Well-versed in proper function and maintenance of bakery utensils and equipment. Well-qualified culinary professional adept at creating dough, ice creams, sorbets and pastries that delight diners. Excellent multitasking and communication skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Delivery Courier

Spark
03.2020 - Current
  • Followed company policies and procedures during shift.
  • Verified package information to check for accuracy and completeness.
  • Utilized GPS navigation systems to navigate faster routes.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Logged delivery information in tracking systems to enable real-time delivery status.
  • Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
  • Loaded and unloaded packages onto delivery vehicles for proper storage and handling.

Pastry Cook

Morrison
08.2018 - 10.2019
  • Prepared wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies and tarts by following traditional and modern recipes.
  • Scaled out and mixed ingredients according to recipes and procedures.
  • Utilized pastry blenders, wire whisks and sifters to combine measured ingredients into bowls.
  • Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
  • Operated ovens and bakery equipment to prepare products according to recipes.
  • Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
  • Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients.
  • Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
  • Prepared frostings and other toppings for cakes and pastries.

Head Baker

Piccadilly Cafeteria
10.2017 - 02.2018
  • Frosted and iced cakes, cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, sweet rolls, and coffee cakes.
  • Managed training, disciplining and motivating employees.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks and maintain smooth running of bakery.
  • Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
  • Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
  • Trained and supervised new employees on bakery operations and procedures.
  • Packaged and labeled baked goods with accurate descriptions and ingredients.
  • Created appealing displays to showcase products in bakery.
  • Coordinated food deliveries to guarantee timely arrival of supplies.

Pastry Cook

Hyatt
01.2016 - 02.2017
  • Prepared wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies and tarts by following traditional and modern recipes.
  • Created new dessert items for seasonal and special events.
  • Scaled out and mixed ingredients according to recipes and procedures.
  • Decorated pastries with different icings and toppings, using spatulas, scrapers and piping bags.
  • Oversaw pastry coolers and storage areas to monitor ingredient and supply inventory levels.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production areas.
  • Utilized pastry blenders, wire whisks and sifters to combine measured ingredients into bowls.
  • Operated ovens and bakery equipment to prepare products according to recipes.
  • Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
  • Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
  • Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients.
  • Cut and shaped dough for pies, rolls and other pastries.
  • Prepared dough for variety of pastries, cakes and breads.
  • Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
  • Replenished and rotated food items, following correct food cooling and storage procedures.
  • Monitored temperatures of ovens, proof boxes and other equipment.

Education

Associate Of Applied Science - Culinary Pastry Arts

Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA
12.2016

Skills

  • Decorate Products
  • Recipe Creation
  • Proper Storage Procedures
  • Accurate Scale Operation
  • Inventory Rotation
  • Scaling and Portioning
  • Batter and Filling Preparation
  • Temperature Monitoring
  • Critical Thinking
  • Glaze, Icing and Topping Application
  • Commercial Food Production
  • Plating
  • Pastry Preparation
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Prepare Orders
  • Expiration Monitoring
  • Reading Comprehension

Certification

  • Area of certification Training - ServSafe Certification

Timeline

Delivery Courier

Spark
03.2020 - Current

Pastry Cook

Morrison
08.2018 - 10.2019

Head Baker

Piccadilly Cafeteria
10.2017 - 02.2018

Pastry Cook

Hyatt
01.2016 - 02.2017

Associate Of Applied Science - Culinary Pastry Arts

Delgado Community College
Kenya Sonia