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Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Mariza Itzel ayala

El Paso

Summary

Dynamic and innovative Pastry Chef with a proven track record at Lola Rose, where I enhanced seasonal menus and elevated customer satisfaction through creative dessert presentations. Skilled in pastry techniques and team collaboration, I consistently delivered high-quality pastries while implementing effective quality control measures.

Experienced with fundamental cooking techniques, ingredient preparation, and kitchen safety protocols.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pastry Chef

Hoppy Monk
04.2025 - Current
  • Developed new pastry recipes for seasonal menus.
  • Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.

Head Pastry Chef

Lola Rose
07.2023 - 03.2025
  • Developed innovative pastry recipes, enhancing seasonal menus and driving customer satisfaction.
  • Implemented quality control measures, maintaining consistency in taste and presentation across all pastries.
  • Improved overall dining experience with creative plated desserts that delighted guests'' senses.
  • Operated clean pastry cooking station and complied with applicable health and safety standards.

Owner/Head Pastry Chef

Kaffa 128
12.2020 - 06.2023
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring high-quality service delivery and client engagement.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
  • Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.

Chef

Nomy Box
08.2018 - 10.2020
  • Prepared diverse menu items adhering to food safety standards and dietary restrictions.
  • Conducted quality checks on prepared materials, ensuring accuracy and consistency in deliverables.
  • Trained new team members on preparation protocols, enhancing team competency and performance.

Cook

Señorito Cineteca
01.2017 - 12.2017
  • Prepared high-quality dishes following recipes and presentation standards.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.

Baker

The Cake Boutique
05.2014 - 12.2014
  • Operated ovens and mixers efficiently to ensure optimal baking conditions.
  • Adapted quickly to changing demands, ensuring timely preparation of baked items.
  • Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.

Education

Associate of Arts - Pastry Chef

Centro Culinario Ambrosia
Mexico City
01-2018

Associate of Arts - Marketing

The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX
06-2015

Skills

  • Pastry techniques
  • Pastry preparation
  • Cooking techniques
  • Meal preparation
  • Team collaboration
  • Ingredient knowledge
  • Menu planning
  • Dessert preparation

Certification

  • Barista Training - 2 years
  • La Postreria
  • El Rustico

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Pastry Chef

Hoppy Monk
04.2025 - Current

Head Pastry Chef

Lola Rose
07.2023 - 03.2025

Owner/Head Pastry Chef

Kaffa 128
12.2020 - 06.2023

Chef

Nomy Box
08.2018 - 10.2020

Cook

Señorito Cineteca
01.2017 - 12.2017

Baker

The Cake Boutique
05.2014 - 12.2014

Associate of Arts - Pastry Chef

Centro Culinario Ambrosia

Associate of Arts - Marketing

The University of Texas At El Paso