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Maria DeLaFuente

2811 Birch Park Dr, Richland Hills ,TX

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate with over 13 years experience in creating beautiful edible art and maintaining a bakery crew of 10 bakers and decorators. Successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Open-minded Cake Decorator and pastry chef specializing in creating high-quality along with high production pastries. Quick learner and active listener. Production-driven professional focused on achieving perfection in each creation. Proficient in various baking and decorating techniques. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges and goals.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Cake Decorator and Pastry Chef

Central Market HEB
06.2014 - Current
  • Most requested cake decorator in the Southlake and HEB surrounding areas. Collaborating with clients to create unique and personal design's tailored to their specific needs and preferences. Continuously researching industry trends and competitor strategies, utilizing the gained knowledge and innovative techniques to maintain a competitive edge in cake and pastry.
  • Expertly versed in all types of HOLIDAY displays.
  • Highly effective inventory managements skills using "FIFO" to reduce waste, while ensuring sufficient supplies for daily production requirements.
  • Accomplished in team management and new hire onboarding and delegating skills to ensure a consistently high volume and quality production.

Assistant Bakery Manager (Closing/part Time)

Susie Cakes
03.2019 - 04.2020
  • Accounts receivable, end of day, location security, reconciliation and deposits.
  • Knowledge of state sanitation standards to maintain requirements.
  • Customer service experience in sales and customer service.
  • Managed order fulfillment process for custom cake orders and catering needs – prioritizing workflow based on deadlines and client expectations.
  • Arranged bakery displays to showcase baked goods, cakes, and pies to drive product sales.

Cake Decorator

HEB
07.2013 - 07.2014
  • Designed specialty cakes for weddings, birthdays, and graduations and all holidays.
  • Assisted customers with selecting suitable cake designs based on their preferences, demonstrating excellent listening skills and attention to detail.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, adhering to strict food safety guidelines and ensuring overall quality control.
  • Achieved consistent results in producing intricate designs under tight deadlines, showcasing strong time management skills.


Cake Decorator

HEB Grocery Store
07.2011 - 07.2013
  • Developed a loyal clientele through exceptional customer service and high-quality cake decorations.
  • Improved bakery sales by creating innovative cake designs for holidays and special events.
  • Adapted quickly to new tools or technology used in cake decoration processes, staying current with industry advancements and trends.
  • Verified accuracy of orders while meeting strict deadlines on producing completed products.
  • Maintained sanitary food prep station by following established safety procedures and sanitizing instructions.
  • Used variety of baking and decorating tools such as mixers, carving tools, and confectionery products.
  • Achieved consistent results in producing intricate designs under tight deadlines, showcasing strong time management skills.
  • Decorated pastries and cakes using colorful icings and piping techniques.
  • Coordinated services under supervision of lead baker.

Education

High School Diploma -

Poly High School
Riverside, CA

General Education

California State University San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA

Skills

  • Strong leadership qualities
  • Professional Food Safety
  • Creative Design Abilities
  • Food Safety Compliance
  • Production-driven
  • Quality Control Standards
  • Critical Thinking
  • Opening and closing duties
  • Management
  • Specialty Cake Sculpting
  • Buttercream Mastery
  • French baking techniques

Timeline

Assistant Bakery Manager (Closing/part Time)

Susie Cakes
03.2019 - 04.2020

Lead Cake Decorator and Pastry Chef

Central Market HEB
06.2014 - Current

Cake Decorator

HEB
07.2013 - 07.2014

Cake Decorator

HEB Grocery Store
07.2011 - 07.2013

High School Diploma -

Poly High School

General Education

California State University San Bernardino

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