Quintaja Hayes
Louisville,KY
Summary
Talented baker passionate about creating unique pastries using extensive knowledge of baking sciences and flavor combinations. Being a team player with solid training and over 6+ years of experience working in food service and being an entrepreneur. I hope to be able to contribute to the company and team with my skills and experience.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Catering Staff Member
Chicago Jerk Tacos
Louisville, KY
11.2023 - Current
- Served beverages, appetizers, entrees, salads, and desserts. to guests during the event as needed.
- Managed food preparation and delivery for airforce drill activities.
- Cleaned dishes used during meal service periods and returned them to their proper storage locations afterward.
Host/Team Leader
Jewish Hospital
Louisville, KY
08.2022 - Current
- Contributed to team efforts by completing additional tasks as required.
- Gained experience in various roles within the kitchen such as office clerk, production team member, bereavement team member, and trayline worker.
- Set up trays for patients upon request.
Self Employed
Galaxy Glitter Gourmet Treats
Saginaw, MI
07.2019 - Current
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Created custom desserts for weddings and special events.
- Executed numerous custom orders to meet client's individual needs.
- Inspected finished products before packaging them up for sale.
Head Cake Decorator
Meijer
Louisville, KY
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Maintained inventory of cake decorations, icing, and other supplies.
- Experienced in mass production
- Organized and managed the daily operations of a cake-decorating team.
Education
Associate of Science - Baking And Pastry Arts
Sullivan University
Louisville, KY05-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Hospitality Administration And Management
Sullivan University
Louisville, KYSkills
- Food preparation techniques
- Cake Decorating
- Team leadership
- Stock Rotation
- Glazing and Icing application
- Quality Control
- Cleaning/ Sanitation procedures
Certification
- Servsafe Managers
Accomplishments
- Skills USA 1st place in the state of Michigan baking competition.
- Skills USA 9th place in Nationals baking competition.
Timeline
Catering Staff Member
Chicago Jerk Tacos
11.2023 - Current
Host/Team Leader
Jewish Hospital
08.2022 - Current
Head Cake Decorator
Meijer
01.2022 - 05.2022
Self Employed
Galaxy Glitter Gourmet Treats
07.2019 - Current
Associate of Science - Baking And Pastry Arts
Sullivan University
Bachelor of Arts - Hospitality Administration And Management
Sullivan University
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