Leanne Glossenger
Camby,IN
Summary
Well-qualified culinary professional adept at creating dough, ice creams, sorbets and pastries that delight diners. Excellent multitasking and communication skills. A fast hands on learner who is eager to learn new skills and techniques.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastry Chef and Trainer
Cooper's Hawk Winery And Restaurant
09.2020 - Current
- 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.
- Monitored quality of ingredients used in recipes to maintain consistency and safety standards.
- Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
- Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients.
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
Line Cook
Harry And Izzy's
07.2018 - 03.2020
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Line Cook
Black Swan Brewpub
06.2016 - 05.2019
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Resident Assistant
Vincennes University
08.2012 - 05.2015
- Responded to room transfers, incident reports, and maintenance requests.
- Attended, participated, and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing resident needs.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activity and social programs.
- Organized and hosted social and educational events for residents to foster meaningful connections and community spirit.
- Monitored and inspected residence hall rooms to determine safety and manage maintenance issues.
- Mediated conflict resolution with roommates and other residence hall members to promote peace, order and positive relationships.
- Assisted residents with transitioning into new living environment and maintained strong relationships with residents.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Vincennes University
Vincennes, IN05.2015
Skills
- Team Cooperation
- Material Prepping
- Scaling and Portioning
- Plating
- Temperature Monitoring
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Culinary Research
- Quality Evaluation
- Commercial Food Production
- Damage Identification
- Desserts Knowledge
Accomplishments
Girl Scout Gold award recipient.
Timeline
Pastry Chef and Trainer
Cooper's Hawk Winery And Restaurant
09.2020 - Current
Line Cook
Harry And Izzy's
07.2018 - 03.2020
Line Cook
Black Swan Brewpub
06.2016 - 05.2019
Resident Assistant
Vincennes University
08.2012 - 05.2015
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Vincennes University
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