MARIA MOLLETURO
Queens
Summary
Dynamic pastry cook assistant with experience at TAO, specializing in dessert preparation and ingredient measurement. Proven ability to execute recipes with precision while maintaining food safety practices. Recognized for developing original dessert menus and collaborating effectively with team members to enhance customer satisfaction. Passionate about delivering high-quality pastry production. Creative Pastry Cook Assistant known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in cake decoration, dough preparation, and ingredient blending. Excel in time management, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring seamless kitchen operations and consistent product quality.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastry Cook Assistant
TAO
New York
11.2023 - Current
- Frosted cupcakes with different flavors of icing according to customers' specifications.
- Operated industrial kitchen equipment such as mixers, ovens, proofers and fryers.
- Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down surfaces, sweeping floors and taking out trash.
- Transported prepared items from the kitchen to designated areas using carts or trays.
- Stocked shelves with necessary ingredients for baking production.
- Cut fruits into small pieces for use in pies, tarts and other desserts.
- Followed recipes precisely to create classic
- Customized items for seasonal offerings, special events and personal requests.
- Measured, mixed and prepped raw materials according to company specifications and recipes.
- Developed and executed original dessert menus for high-end restaurant, ensuring variety and seasonal relevance.
- Adapted measurements to meet quantity of bakery items being prepared.
Dishwasher
SEI LEES
New York
01.2023 - 02.2025
- Disposed of glassware that had been broken or chipped according to safety procedures.
- Maintained adequate levels of cleaning supplies for washing dishes.
- Followed all safety guidelines while handling sharp objects like knives or forks.
- Removed garbage and trash to designated disposal areas in accordance with health regulations.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning filters in the dishwashing machine.
- Swept and mopped floors in the kitchen area at regular intervals throughout shift.
- Replenished soap dispensers with detergent when necessary.
- Kept dishware, glasses and utensils ready for customer needs by quickly scraping, washing, and restacking items.
- Scrubbed pots, pans and trays by hand or cleaned using industrial washing machine.
Skills
- Ingredient measurement
- Recipe execution
- Food safety practices
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Quality control
- Attention to detail
- Chocolate work
- Chocolate Temperament
- Pastry production
- Dessert preparation
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Elementary
Timeline
Pastry Cook Assistant
TAO
11.2023 - Current
Dishwasher
SEI LEES
01.2023 - 02.2025
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