Maria Ortiz Sanchez
Summary
Pastry Chef experienced in recipe development, inventory management, and team leadership. Delivered exceptional customer service and memorable experiences while thriving in fast-paced environments. Demonstrated strong work ethic and adaptability, effectively managing multiple tasks under pressure.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastry Chef
Saint Germain Catering
Vienna
06.2022 - Current
- Designed custom pastry based on client preferences and themes.
- Crafted seasonal desserts for catering events, enhancing menu variety and guest satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team to coordinate dessert preparation and delivery, ensuring timely service for events.
- Decorated cakes with unique designs and flavors, creating visually appealing and memorable desserts.
- Prepared doughs, fillings and icings according to recipes.
- Baked and plated ready-to-bake breakfast pastries daily for client delivery.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of pastry station throughout shifts.
- Assisted in inventory management of baking supplies and ingredients regularly.
- Plan daily production schedules based on customer orders.
Line Cook
Olive Lebanese eatery
Arlington
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Prepared authentic Lebanese dishes using traditional cooking techniques and fresh ingredients.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness by adhering to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Serve and cook breakfast while prepping for lunch.
Bread Maker
Choolaah Indian Bbq
Merrifield
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Baked various bread types in tandoori oven, ensuring quality and flavor consistency.
- Prepped for all stations from kabobs, veggies and salad/wrap station
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and equipment to support food safety standards and efficient operations.
- Stored ingredients according to company guidelines, preserving freshness and compliance with food safety regulations.
Education
Justice High School
Falls Church, VA06-2026
Skills
- Pastry and vegan pastry preparation
- Dough preparation and baking
- Frosting, icings fondant and decoration
- Glazing and icing application
- Cake decorating
- Dessert presentation
- Catering
- Restaurant experience
- Kitchen collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Team leadership
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Pastry Chef
Saint Germain Catering
06.2022 - Current
Line Cook
Olive Lebanese eatery
09.2021 - 06.2022
Bread Maker
Choolaah Indian Bbq
01.2017 - 12.2018
Justice High School