Mariana Vats
Oak Park,IL
Summary
Dynamic Pastry Chef with a proven track record at ORIGINAL ONION ROLL LLC, specializing in innovative recipe development and effective team collaboration. Enhanced customer satisfaction through visually stunning desserts while optimizing ingredient usage to reduce costs. Skilled in baking science and committed to fostering a supportive work environment, mentoring junior staff to elevate overall pastry quality.
Professional culinary expert with strong background in crafting exquisite pastries and desserts. Demonstrates exceptional skill in baking, decorating, and menu development, consistently delivering high-quality results. Known for teamwork, adaptability, and effective collaboration in dynamic kitchen environments. Strong commitment to innovation, flavor precision, and presentation excellence.
Experienced with crafting intricate and delicious pastries. Utilizes advanced baking techniques and creative design to enhance dessert presentations. Knowledge of maintaining kitchen efficiency and ensuring consistent quality in every product.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastry Chef, Baker
ORIGINAL ONION ROLL LLC
Glenview, IL
05.2023 - Current
- Implemented efficient production techniques, reducing waste and improving overall pastry quality.
- Effectively managed multiple tasks simultaneously during high-volume periods, maintaining consistent quality across all products.
- Developed new pastry recipes for seasonal menus, resulting in increased sales and positive feedback.
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen workspace, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by creating visually appealing and delicious pastries.
- Mentored junior staff members in pastry techniques, fostering a supportive work environment and increasing their skillsets.
- Elevated pastry quality and consistency by training junior staff in advanced baking techniques.
- Engaged with customers to gather feedback on dessert offerings, leading to menu improvements and higher satisfaction rates.
- Trained new employees on bakery methods and procedures.
- Prepared dough for variety of pastries, cakes and breads.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
- Monitored temperatures of ovens, proof boxes and other equipment.
Vokational Teacher
LVIV VOCATIONAL SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY AND SERVICE
Lviv, Ukraine
09.2016 - 08.2022
- Served as a mentor to newly hired vocational teachers, sharing best practices and assisting in their professional development.
- Established positive relationships with local employers, facilitating internships and job placements for graduating students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lesson plans.
- Led professional development workshops focused on effective teaching strategies for other educators within the school district.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive learning environment by fostering open communication and addressing diverse student needs.
- Strengthened ties between school programs and community organizations through active participation in local events and initiatives related to vocational education.
- Improved student retention by implementing personalized teaching methods and providing one-on-one support.
- Participated in regular curriculum review processes, updating course content to remain current with industry trends and best practices.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management of Organizations
Ivan Franko National University of Lviv
Lviv, Ukraine09-2004
Skilled Worker Diploma - Confectionery And Cookery
Vocational School Number 18
Lviv, Ukraine07-2000
Skills
- Pastry techniques
- Pastry preparation
- Menu planning
- Recipe creation
- Sanitation practices
- Recipe development
- Dough handling
- Baking science
- Creativity and innovation
- Menu preparation
- Dough preparation and baking
- Team cooperation
- Active learning
- Food safety
- New recipe development
- Batter and filling preparation
- Cooking machinery operation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Catering
Timeline
Pastry Chef, Baker
ORIGINAL ONION ROLL LLC
05.2023 - Current
Vokational Teacher
LVIV VOCATIONAL SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY AND SERVICE
09.2016 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Management of Organizations
Ivan Franko National University of Lviv
Skilled Worker Diploma - Confectionery And Cookery
Vocational School Number 18
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