Matthew Haven
San Diego,CA
Summary
Dynamic Pastry Chef with proven expertise at Sodexo Live in streamlining operations and reducing waste. Skilled in cost-effective purchasing and employee training, I excel in developing innovative recipes while ensuring health and safety compliance. Adept at inventory management, I enhance productivity and quality in high-pressure environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastry Chef
Sodexo Live
San Diego, CA
03.2015 - 10.2022
- Ordered necessary supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels of baking ingredients.
- Prepared doughs, fillings and icings according to recipes.
- Coached new staff on policies, procedures and performance strategies.
- Managed inventory of baking supplies and ingredients, reducing waste.
- Conducted recipe testing and modification to improve taste and texture of baked goods.
- Liaised with vendors to purchase optimal recipe ingredients at cost-effective rates.
- Implemented a system for tracking and minimizing food waste in the pastry department.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly cleaned, maintained, stored and calibrated regularly.
- Mentored baking staff in proper techniques and bakery procedures.
- Adhered to safety protocols to minimize mishaps and accidents with baking equipment.
- Streamlined bakery operations, increasing productivity without sacrificing quality.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Baking And Pastry Professional Studies
Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY06-2003
Skills
- Employee training
- Cost-effective purchasing
- New recipe development
- Health and safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Organizational skills
- Vendor negotiation
- Adaptability
- Menu planning
- Dietary restrictions understanding
Timeline
Pastry Chef
Sodexo Live
03.2015 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Baking And Pastry Professional Studies
Culinary Institute of America
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