Peyton Kendall
Murfreesboro,TN
Summary
Detail-oriented pastry prep cook skilled in recipe execution and menu development. Committed to maintaining food safety standards and fostering collaborative kitchen environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2021
2021
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pastry Prep Cook
The Hermitage Hotel
Murfreesboro, TN
03.2025 - Current
- Prepared pastries and desserts following hotel recipes and quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the pastry kitchen area.
- Assisted in inventory management of baking ingredients and supplies.
- Collaborated with chefs to develop seasonal dessert menus for guests.
- Executed daily baking tasks, ensuring timely production of pastry items.
Assistant Food Service Manager
Morning Pointe Senior Living
Franklin, TN
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Assisted in managing daily food service operations at a senior living community.
- Coordinated staff schedules and training for improved service delivery.
- Implemented meal planning and dietary guidelines for resident preferences.
- Collaborated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of quality supplies.
- Supported budget management by tracking inventory and reducing waste.
Line Cook
Chrysalis modern Italian
Murfreesboro, TN
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Assisted in training new staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
- Adhered to health regulations while handling and storing food products properly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace throughout shifts.
- Prepped and executed all pastry dishes.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
Line Cook
Five Senses
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
03.2018 - 07.2021
- Prepared high-quality ingredients for menu items under strict safety standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently to ensure timely meal preparation.
- Collaborated with chefs to develop daily specials and seasonal menus.
- Has been trained in all stations from garmo, expo, sauté, pastry prep and production.
Education
Blackman High School
Murfreesboro, TNSkills
- Pastry preparation
- Recipe execution
- Kitchen sanitation
- Ingredient inventory
- Dessert presentation
- Menu development
- Vendor coordination
- Budget management
- Staff training
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Collaboration skills
- Attention to detail
- Sanitation practices
- Flavor pairing
- Food safety
- Recipe development
- Ingredient selection
- Allergen awareness
Certification
- Serv Safe
Timeline
Pastry Prep Cook
The Hermitage Hotel
03.2025 - Current
Assistant Food Service Manager
Morning Pointe Senior Living
03.2024 - 03.2025
Line Cook
Chrysalis modern Italian
07.2022 - 01.2023
Line Cook
Five Senses
03.2018 - 07.2021
Blackman High School