Octavia Price
Chicago,IL
Summary
Experienced Pastry Chef with a Strong Background in Team Leadership and Operational Management with7+ years in the pastry industry. Proven ability to delegate tasks effectively, enhance team capabilities, and cultivate a positive work environment. Adept at ensuring steady workflow across all shifts and improving customer satisfaction. Demonstrated track record of creating delicious, visually stunning desserts that delight customers. Eager to leverage knowledge and creativity to elevate dessert offerings to the next level.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor
Molly’s Cupcakes
Chicago, IL
01.2024 - Current
- Fostered a collaborative environment, driving efficient customer interactions.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by executing effective quality control practices.
Centerfiller
Molly’s Cupcakes
Chicago, IL
01.2020 - Current
- Crafted in excess of 1,000 pastries every day ensuring top-quality and consistency.
Pastry Cook
Molly’s Cupcakes
Chicago, IL
01.2020 - Current
- Expanded menu variety by adding more than 15 innovative dessert choices.
- Developed diverse seasonal dessert flavors to enhance customer engagement.
- Streamlined management of cleaning and preparation tasks.
Culinary Rotisseur
Food For Thought
Lincolnwood, IL
03.2017 - Current
- Executed expert cooking techniques for various meats, achieving exceptional tenderness in high-volume settings.
- Directed food preparation and services for upwards of 200 events every year.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Baking and Pastry Arts
Kennedy King College
Chicago, IL01.2018
Skills
- Baking Skills – Expert
- Pastry Preparation – Expert
- Decorating Skills – Expert
- Attention to Detail – Expert
- Food Safety - Expert
Timeline
Supervisor
Molly’s Cupcakes
01.2024 - Current
Centerfiller
Molly’s Cupcakes
01.2020 - Current
Pastry Cook
Molly’s Cupcakes
01.2020 - Current
Culinary Rotisseur
Food For Thought
03.2017 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Baking and Pastry Arts
Kennedy King College