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Natasha Coley

Decatur,GA

Summary

  • A precision focused, progressive Assistant Pastry Chef with experience supporting the culinary operation and administration of diverse establishment. Extremely creative chef with a passion for food, strong business sense and exceptional interpersonal skills. Proven record of streamlining operations and implementing key process improvement. While preserving the highest level customer service and food quality, Skilled at providing effective leadership.
  • Detail oriented self starter with excellent oral and written communication, analytical organizational and time management skills. Motivated student seeking opportunity to gain hands-on experience and apply training. Connects well with others, builds relationships and handles tasks with minimal oversight. Great multitasker and time manager excited to learn from professionals.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Baker

Home Baker
Decatur City, GA
07.2019 - 07.2022

Freelance Baker
2019 Present
Produce A variety of baked goods for private parties up to 100 guests
Specialize in pizza, cake etc.
Strict adherence to safety and sanitation regulations

  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Chef Assistant

Open Hand
Atlanta, GA
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Managed food preparation activities, such as cutting ingredients to size and preparing sauces and garnishes.
  • Maintained cleanliness and order of kitchen prep areas and appliances as well as convenient organization of ingredients.
  • Floated throughout kitchen to assist in meal preparation and plating, effectively anticipating chef and waiting staff's needs.
  • Assisted in menu preparation, making suggestions and researching recipes compatible with existing menu items.
  • Used variety of kitchen tools and appliances to prepare ingredients and meals.
  • Pushed, pulled and transported large loads and objects.
  • Lifted and carried heavy materials.
  • Maintained high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation.
  • Used manual or electric appliances to clean, peel, slice and trim foods.
  • Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
  • Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
  • Managed food preparation activities, such as cutting ingredients to size and preparing sauces and garnishes
  • Maintained cleanliness and order of kitchen prep areas and appliances as well as convenient organization of ingredients
  • Assisted in menu preparation, making suggestions and researching recipes compatible with existing menu items
  • Lifted and carried heavy materials
  • Maintained composure and work quality while under stress
  • Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic

Education

No Degree - Pastry Arts

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Boulder, CO

Skills

  • Food Portioning and Packaging
  • Garnishing and Plating
  • Surface Work
  • Kitchen Staff Support
  • Sweeping and Mopping
  • Critical Thinking
  • Pie Crust Preparation
  • Cake and Pastry Decoration
  • Icing Preparation
  • Kitchen Preparation
  • Plating and Presentation
  • Organizational Skills
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Kitchen Sanitation
  • Food spoilage prevention

Timeline

Chef Assistant

Open Hand
01.2022 - 04.2022

Freelance Baker

Home Baker
07.2019 - 07.2022

No Degree - Pastry Arts

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Natasha Coley