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Nancy Reyes

New York

Summary

I specialize in pastry and dessert preparation, including cakes, tarts, and chocolate-based desserts. Skilled in ingredient handling, prepping and organizing ingredients, and food safety, I manage time effectively in fast-paced kitchens. I focus on adapting recipes with seasonal ingredients and ensure quality and consistency in every dish. Strong in teamwork and maintaining smooth kitchen operations. Always focused on learning and improving my craft.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Pastry Cook

Cosme Nyc
05.2022 - Current
  • Crafting artisanal desserts using advanced pastry techniques, creams, meringues, and modern textures.
  • Plating and presentation with precision and attention to detail, ensuring each dessert meets high visual and quality standards.
  • Working with fresh, seasonal ingredients, adapting recipes to maintain creativity and consistency in flavors.
  • Executing the pastry menu, ensuring consistency in taste, texture, and aesthetics.
  • Managing time efficiently to maintain smooth service flow and meet high-volume demands.

Prep Cook

Café Click
03.2021 - 08.2021
  • Prepared and organized ingredients for food and beverage preparation.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and workspaces.
  • Assisted in creating beverages and food items, ensuring quality and consistency.
  • Provided excellent customer service, ensuring a positive experience for all patrons.
  • Worked efficiently in a fast-paced environment to meet customer demands.
  • Ensured compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.

Education

Computational Science

Lehman College
Bronx, NY

Skills

    Pastry & Dessert Preparation – Skilled in crafting a variety of desserts, including cakes, tarts and chocolate-based treats, ensuring high quality and consistency

    Ingredient Handling & Kitchen Prep – Experienced in mise en place, ingredient organization, and maintaining a smooth workflow in a busy kitchen

    Food Safety & Sanitation – Knowledgeable in proper food handling, storage, and hygiene protocols to maintain a safe and clean workspace

    Recipe Execution & Adaptability – Comfortable following complex recipes

    Time Management & Efficiency – Used to working under pressure during high-volume service, ensuring speed and precision without compromising quality

    Teamwork & Communication – Works well in a collaborative kitchen environment, staying focused and adaptable to maintain smooth operations

    Attention to Detail – Passionate about presentation, portioning, and ensuring every dish meets high standards of taste and aesthetics

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Pastry Cook

Cosme Nyc
05.2022 - Current

Prep Cook

Café Click
03.2021 - 08.2021

Computational Science

Lehman College

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