Kimberly Morsch
Portland,OR
Summary
Professional baker with experience and high standards, prepared for delivering top-quality baked goods. Skilled in bread, pastries, and cakes and ice cream with strong emphasis on precision and consistency. Known for effective team collaboration and adapting to changing needs, ensuring reliability and results. Focused on maintaining clean, efficient workspace and following safety protocols, with unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Baker/Ice Cream Maker
Doe Donuts
09.2018 - Current
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
- Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently producing high-quality baked goods and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
- Maximized product consistency by following established recipes and measuring ingredients accurately.
Pastry Assistant
Nel Centro
01.2016 - Current
- Mix and scale focaccia, pizza dough and brioche every morning, along with daily breakfast pastries
- Prepare dessert components for lunch/dinner service such as sauces, cakes, candy, ice cream, sorbets and chocolate
- Execute and prep banquet items as needed
- Manage pastry inventory at all times, as well as rotate and stock items up to par
- Work with head Pastry Chef to help develop and execute seasonal dessert menus
Pastry Chef
Portland Golf Club
05.2012 - 09.2015
- Fulfill all baking and pastry orders for up to 600 guests during special events and holidays
- Create and execute a weekly dessert menu featuring two to three fine pastries that are showcased Friday and Sunday evenings
- Communicate with guests directly to coordinate and prepare specially requested baking and pastry orders for their personal offsite events
- Responsible for managing baking and pastry inventory at all times
- Place orders for specialty baking and pastry items
- Knowledgeable in current baking and pastry trends
Line Cook
Mac & Cheesery
09.2011 - 05.2012
- Performed daily food prep according to par specification
- Provided customer service and established relationships with long term, frequent customers
- Maintained store inventory daily and assisted with weekly orders
- Prepared dishes according to recipes and customer preference in a neat and timely manner
Bakery Team Member
Whole Foods Market
08.2007 - 04.2010
- Performed daily food prep according to par specification
- Provided customer service and established relationships with long term, frequent customers
- Maintained store inventory daily and assisted with weekly orders
- Prepared dishes according to recipes and customer preference in a neat and timely manner
- Responsible for production of cakes, cookies and pastries
- Wrapping, labeling and stocking bakery shelves daily
Education
AAS - Baking & Pastry Management
Oregon Culinary Institute
01.2012
AA - Technical Theater
MHCC
01.2008
Skills
- Team player
- Customer service
- Active listener
- Food safety and sanitation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Baker/Ice Cream Maker
Doe Donuts
09.2018 - Current
Pastry Assistant
Nel Centro
01.2016 - Current
Pastry Chef
Portland Golf Club
05.2012 - 09.2015
Line Cook
Mac & Cheesery
09.2011 - 05.2012
Bakery Team Member
Whole Foods Market
08.2007 - 04.2010
AA - Technical Theater
MHCC
AAS - Baking & Pastry Management
Oregon Culinary Institute
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