Mandy MacKenzie
Santa Barbara,CA
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with a passion for dessert presentation, and team collaboration. Proven expertise in inventory management and employee training, consistently delivering high-quality results.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Pastry Chef
Brass Bird
Santa Barbara, CA
03.2026 - Current
- Collaborated with head chef to develop seasonal dessert menus and specials.
- Managed inventory of baking supplies and coordinated ordering as needed.
- Trained new kitchen staff on pastry techniques and proper equipment usage.
Baker
Crushcakes
Santa Barbara, USA
11.2025 - 03.2026
- Designed and decorated custom cakes, including wedding and special event cakes.
- Prepared and baked daily orders as well as desserts and pastries for pre-orders and walk-in customers.
- Safely operated commercial baking equipment while meeting production timelines and quality standards.
Sous Chef / Kitchen Manager
Little Dom's Seafood
Carpinteria, USA
03.2025 - 01.2026
- Selected by ownership for promotion from Line Cook at Bar Lou Montecito to Kitchen Manager at sister restaurant Little Dom's Seafood.
- Maintained inventory levels and ordered supplies to ensure freshness and quality.
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
Saute Line Cook
Bar Lou Montecito
Montecito, USA
10.2024 - 10.2025
- Executed high quality menu items with precision, consistency, and attention to plating aesthetics.
- Maintained strict adherence to fine dining service standards.
- Adapted quickly to seasonal menu changes and special event service demands.
Server
Duo Catering
Santa Barbara, USA
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Performed synchronized service in coordination with team members to deliver courses with precision and consistency.
- Served high profile guests with discretion, anticipating needs and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Maintained poise and professionalism in fast paced luxury environments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Administration And Management
California State University, East Bay
Hayward, CA05-2028
Associate of Science - Culinary
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA05-2026
Skills
- Inventory management
- Culinary Techniques
- Employee training
- Team collaboration
- Dessert presentation
- Time management
Certification
- Food Protection Manager Certification (ServSafe)
- American Red Cross Certified
- CPR / First Aid Certified
Timeline
Assistant Pastry Chef
Brass Bird
03.2026 - Current
Baker
Crushcakes
11.2025 - 03.2026
Sous Chef / Kitchen Manager
Little Dom's Seafood
03.2025 - 01.2026
Saute Line Cook
Bar Lou Montecito
10.2024 - 10.2025
Server
Duo Catering
03.2024 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Administration And Management
California State University, East Bay
Associate of Science - Culinary
Santa Barbara City College