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NIKI BLACK

Caldwell,ID

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. Dedicated team player with demonstrated training and problem-solving abilities. Excellent interpersonal and time management skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Wholesale Baker

Self-employed
05.2021 - Current
  • Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
  • Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
  • Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
  • Frosted and iced cakes, cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, sweet rolls, and coffee cakes.
  • Developed recipes for new products and improved existing recipes.
  • Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
  • Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
  • Operated ovens and bakery equipment to prepare products according to recipes.
  • Packaged finished products for sale.
  • Prepared dough for variety of pastries, cakes and breads.
  • Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
  • Decorated cakes, cupcakes and other pastries according to customer requests.
  • Prepared frostings and other toppings for cakes and pastries.
  • Cut and shaped dough for pies, rolls and other pastries.

Kitchen Manager

Crossroads Community Church
05.2013 - Current
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
  • Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
  • Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.

Custodial Supervisor

Crossroads Community Church
09.2012 - Current
  • Assigned job duties and monitored performance against objectives.
  • Promoted efficient inventory practices among team members.
  • Implemented standardized purchasing practices in line with department targets.
  • Conducted regular audits of public spaces and staff work areas to maximize quality control.
  • Selected most suitable cleaning materials for different types of linens, furniture, flooring and surfaces.
  • Completed financial tasks by estimating costs and preparing and managing budgets.

Event Caterer

Self-employed
09.1996 - Current
  • Cooked for large groups of people and managing various types of food for large events.
  • Addressed customer complaints with openness and proactivity, attending to concerns personally and offering creative solutions to uncharted problems with food availability, temperature and quantity.
  • Conceptualized menus to account for dietary restrictions, food allergies and personal requests.
  • Ordered food items and supplies needed to fulfill catering jobs.
  • Sampled each dish for quality control prior to serving, identifying mistakes and solving immediately.
  • Created catering menu based upon client specifications, event type, dietary needs, and budget.
  • Crafted exciting catering options for clients.
  • Observed federal and local kitchen safety regulations to prevent food borne illnesses.
  • Followed all safety instructions to avoid injuries when operating heavy equipment in kitchen.
  • Traveled across 150 mile-range to provide exceptional service, offering critically-acclaimed gourmet catering in various settings.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
  • Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
  • Assisted with menu development and planning.
  • Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
  • Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
  • Traveled across 150 mile-range to provide exceptional service, offering critically-acclaimed gourmet catering in various settings.
  • Custom-made Wedding cakes, birthday cakes and elegant desserts

Professional Housekeeper

Self-employed
05.1994 - 08.2014
  • Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
  • Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
  • Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
  • Dusted picture frames and wall hangings with cloth.
  • Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
  • Adhered to professional house cleaning checklist.
  • Swept high ceilings, tight spaces and around furniture to remove built up dust and cobwebs.
  • Washed and put away kitchen dishes, utensils and glassware.
  • Polished fixtures to achieve professional shine and appearance.

Education

High School Diploma -

Boise High School
Boise, ID

Skills

  • Management
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Food Trend Knowledge
  • Artisan Bread Making
  • Dough Preparation and Baking
  • Maintaining Sourdough Starter
  • Cake Decorating
  • Catering
  • Cleaning and Organizing

Additional Information

Looking for a part-time job that challenges me and is fun. Also the extra cash will enable me to keep developing our small farm. I enjoy gardening, baking and taking care of our cows.

Timeline

Wholesale Baker

Self-employed
05.2021 - Current

Kitchen Manager

Crossroads Community Church
05.2013 - Current

Custodial Supervisor

Crossroads Community Church
09.2012 - Current

Event Caterer

Self-employed
09.1996 - Current

Professional Housekeeper

Self-employed
05.1994 - 08.2014

High School Diploma -

Boise High School

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