M Rayburn
Ogden,UT
Summary
Skilled in preparing and baking variety of pastries, with focus on quality and presentation. Strong collaborator, adaptable to changing kitchen needs, and dependable in high-pressure environments. Expertise in dough preparation, decorating techniques, and maintaining clean workspaces.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pastry Prep Cook
Kneaders Bakery & Cafe
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Scaled out and mixed ingredients according to recipes and procedures.
- Ensured consistent product quality and efficient kitchen operations during busy holiday seasons
- Decorated pastries and cakes with different icings and toppings, using spatulas, scrapers and piping bags.
- Prepared wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies and tarts by following traditional and modern recipes.
- Trained and supervised new employees on bakery operations and procedures
Head Pastry Chef
Kneaders Bakery & Cafe
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Managed daily operations of the pastry department, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining high quality standards.
- Oversaw purchasing, storage, and use of kitchen supplies
- Maintained safe and sanitary kitchen conditions by enforcing strict adherence to food safety guidelines.
- Trained and mentored team of apprentice pastry cooks to maintain product quality and restaurant reputation.
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
Baker
Phoenician Resort
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers, including breads and various breakfast pastries
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
- Adjusted recipes based on available ingredients or dietary restrictions,
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently producing high-quality baked goods and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
Education
Diploma - Culinary Arts, Baking, And Restaurant Mangement
Arizona Culinary Institute
Scottsdale, AZ12-2019
Skills
- Scaling
- Chocolate tempering
- Dough handling
- Lamination
- Bakers Ratio
- Time Management
- Sanitation Practices
- Food safety knowledge
- ServSafe Manager Certified
- ServSafe Allergen Certified
Certification
- ServSafe Allergens Certification - National Restaurant Association.
- ServSafe Manager Certification - National Restaurant Association
Timeline
Head Pastry Chef
Kneaders Bakery & Cafe
04.2023 - 08.2023
Pastry Prep Cook
Kneaders Bakery & Cafe
01.2023 - 08.2024
Baker
Phoenician Resort
08.2019 - 08.2020
- ServSafe Allergens Certification - National Restaurant Association.
- ServSafe Manager Certification - National Restaurant Association
Diploma - Culinary Arts, Baking, And Restaurant Mangement
Arizona Culinary Institute
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