Mark Oelke
Rush City,MN
Summary
Experienced Baker with passion for creating delicious desserts, pastries and breads. Detail-oriented and works well in fast-paced environments. Skilled in using variety of baking tools and equipment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Baker
Sodexo/ Bethel University
09.1991 - 05.2024
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
- Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently producing high-quality baked goods and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks and maintain smooth running of bakery.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to sanitation guidelines and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Ensured product freshness by implementing proper storage techniques and regularly rotating stock.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large orders for special events, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction.
- Frosted and iced cakes, cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, sweet rolls, and coffee cakes.
- Operated ovens and bakery equipment to prepare products according to recipes.
- Prepared dough for variety of pastries, cakes and breads.
Janitor
Rush City Baptist Church
01.2015 - 05.2024
- Contributed to a welcoming environment by maintaining clean and organized common areas such as lobbies and conference rooms.
- Played a vital role in maintaining the overall aesthetic appeal of the facility through thorough cleaning and attention to detail.
- Ensured timely completion of all janitorial duties in adherence to established schedules and guidelines.
- Maintained a welcoming church environment by regularly cleaning pews, windows, and common areas.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
Press Operator
Plastech
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Fostered a positive work environment by collaborating closely with fellow team members while maintaining a professional attitude and strong work ethic.
- Reviewed completed orders for quality and accuracy.
- Contributed to the reduction of machine downtime by promptly troubleshooting and resolving mechanical issues as they arose.
- Enhanced product quality by monitoring press operations, making necessary adjustments, and maintaining strict adherence to specifications.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company safety protocols and operating equipment properly.
- Increased customer satisfaction by consistently producing high-quality products that met or exceeded client expectations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Central College
Pella, Iowa01.1990
Skills
- Specialty Bread Making
- Efficient Production
- Basic Mathematics
- Active Learning
- Attention to Detail
- Reliable and Responsible
- Team Player
- Active listener
- Food Safety
- Kitchen Safety
- Dough Preparation and Baking
- Oven Operation
Accomplishments
30+ years of service working for Sodexo.
Bethel University Colleague of the Month.
Certification
Certified Level 1&2 Press Operator
Timeline
Press Operator
Plastech
06.2023 - 12.2023
Janitor
Rush City Baptist Church
01.2015 - 05.2024
Senior Baker
Sodexo/ Bethel University
09.1991 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Arts -
Central College
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