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Lexi Abdo

Toledo,OH

Summary

Dynamic Pastry Chef with a proven track record at Renaissance Hotel, showcasing expertise in baking and decorating, alongside exceptional food safety knowledge. Excelled in creative problem-solving and food service management, enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Skilled in training staff and elevating event dining experiences with innovative dessert creations.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Baker/Cake Decorator

Waltchurchillsmarket
Maumee, OH
05.2024 - Current
  • Packaged and labeled baked goods with accurate descriptions and ingredients.
  • Decorated cakes with icing, sprinkles and other edible decorations.
  • Collaborated with other bakers on staff to complete tasks efficiently within set deadlines.
  • Provided customer service by answering questions about menu items or taking orders from customers.

Pastry Chef/Prep Lead/Banquet Chef

Renaissance Hotel
Toledo, OH
06.2022 - 03.2024
  • Make desserts for the brim house located inside hotel, help with weddings, preparation, cooking, plating etc.
  • Charcuterie, crudités, dessert tables etc.
  • Supervise employees- run prep and team for the heights. Give employees daily tasks.
  • Staff meal for all employees twice a day.
  • Breakfast/Brunch line work.

Server

Prime Thyme Eatery
Northwood , OH
03.2022 - 06.2022
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
  • Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.

Pastry Chef/Banquet Chef

Renaissance Hotel
Toledo, OH
04.2021 - 01.2022
  • Make desserts for the brim house located inside hotel, help with weddings, preparation, cooking, plating etc.
  • Charcuterie, crudités, dessert tables etc.
  • Staff meal for all employees twice a day.

Package Handler

Home Depot
Pemberville, OH
09.2020 - 01.2021
  • Utilized computer systems for tracking orders, printing labels, and preparing reports.
  • Sorted packages to appropriate slide, line or belt for final distribution.
  • Palletized boxes to increase movement and shipment efficiency.

Pastry Chef

So Sweet Lebanese & French Pastries
Toledo, OH
10.2018 - 09.2020
  • Create pastries, ganaches, tiramisus, mousses, etc. for store daily.
  • Wedding cakes, sweets tables, and other delicate sweets for events.
  • Sanitize the workplace, interact with people, and wash dishes.
  • Train new employees.

Education

Culinary Arts Certificate -

Penta Career Center
Rossford, OH
06-2017

High School Diploma -

Lake Local High School
Millbury, OH
06-2017

Skills

  • Decorating skills
  • Baking
  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Time management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Creative problem solving
  • Food service management
  • Active listener

Certification

  • ServSafe Certification 12/21/2023

Timeline

Baker/Cake Decorator

Waltchurchillsmarket
05.2024 - Current

Pastry Chef/Prep Lead/Banquet Chef

Renaissance Hotel
06.2022 - 03.2024

Server

Prime Thyme Eatery
03.2022 - 06.2022

Pastry Chef/Banquet Chef

Renaissance Hotel
04.2021 - 01.2022

Package Handler

Home Depot
09.2020 - 01.2021

Pastry Chef

So Sweet Lebanese & French Pastries
10.2018 - 09.2020

Culinary Arts Certificate -

Penta Career Center

High School Diploma -

Lake Local High School
Lexi Abdo