Raven Harrell
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
SEEK FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT
Outgoing and personable professional with several years of experience in food service establishments driven by customer satisfaction. Dependable and flexible individual employs strong problem-solving and time management skills. Integrates personal connection to customers with discipline and expertise in food preparation and service.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caterer
Self Employed
Baton Rouge, LA
01.2019 - Current
- I bake cakes, cookie cakes, and party snacks
- Calculated accurate portion sizes when preparing meals for large groups.
- Ensured proper storage of food items prior to catering events.
- Ordered necessary supplies from vendors for catered events.
- Supervised the breakdown of buffet lines after each event was completed.
- Kept track of all costs associated with each event in order to stay within budget parameters.
Cake Decorator
Albertsons
Baton Rouge, LA
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Incorporated creative elements into cake designs as requested by clients.
- Created custom cakes for special occasions such as weddings, birthdays, and anniversaries.
- Followed safety protocols while using sharp utensils such as knives or spatulas.
- Measured ingredients accurately according to recipes used in the bakery.
- Organized supplies to ensure efficient workflow during cake decorating process.
Bakery Associate
CALANDRA'S BAKERY
Baton Rouge, LA
12.2020 - 12.2020
- Assisted in packaging and boxing of baked goods.
- Inspected quality of raw materials before use to ensure freshness.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks on bakery equipment such as cleaning, lubricating parts.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas throughout shift.
- Adhered strictly to all food safety guidelines while preparing baked goods.
- Checked expiration dates on ingredients prior to usage in production process.
Hostess
IHOP
Baton Rouge, LA
08.2018 - 02.2019
- Seating customers, cashier
- Greeted guests warmly upon arrival, seating them promptly.
- Tracked inventory of tableware, linens, condiments, ensuring adequate supply levels at all times.
- Maintained a clean and organized dining area.
- Created an enjoyable atmosphere by engaging in friendly conversation with guests.
- Greeted customers and provided them with menus.
- Performed light cleaning duties, such as wiping down tables or sweeping floors.
- Resolved any customer complaints or issues quickly and professionally.
Pool Attendant
Paragon Casino Resort
Marksville, LA
10.2017 - 06.2018
- Making sure that the guests have wristbands to swim, keeping fresh towels out, keeping pool area clean
- Checked passes for admission into the facility.
- Assisted swimmers with pool rules and regulations.
- Adhered to all safety protocols regarding hazardous materials used in maintaining pools and spas.
- Monitored activities within the pool area to identify potential hazards or issues.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from patrons regarding activities or services offered at the facility.
INTERN STYLIST
Mane Tamed Salon
Baton Rouge, LA
05.2015 - 08.2017
- Taking down hair appointments, wash/style clients, preparing hair products, cleaning off hair stations
- Prepared reports summarizing project progress and results for management review.
- Helped maintain applicant tracking systems and recruiting metrics.
- Maintained accurate records of all activities performed throughout internship period.
- Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.
- Worked closely with human resources to support employee management and organizational planning.
- Assisted with event planning, support and execution of virtual and in-person engagements.
Education
Associate of Arts - Baking and Pastry Arts
Louisiana Culinary Institute
Baton Rouge, LA10.2020
High School Diploma -
MARKSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
Marksville, LA05.2018
Skills
- Helping people
- Customer Service
- Hostess
- Catering
- Serving Experience
- Front Desk
- Childcare
- Hair Styling
- Cooking
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Restaurant Experience
- Swimming
- Culinary Experience
- Food Preparation
- Banquet Experience
- Retail Sales
- Guest and client satisfaction
- Vendor Management
- Banquet Coordination
- Event Management
- Wine, liquor, and food service
- Sanitation Practices
- Safe Food Handling
- Inventory Monitoring
- Menu Planning
Certification
First Aid and CPR, 10/01/17
Additional Information
SKILLS/ INTEREST: HELPING PEOPLE
Timeline
Cake Decorator
Albertsons
10.2023 - 05.2024
Bakery Associate
CALANDRA'S BAKERY
12.2020 - 12.2020
Caterer
Self Employed
01.2019 - Current
Hostess
IHOP
08.2018 - 02.2019
Pool Attendant
Paragon Casino Resort
10.2017 - 06.2018
INTERN STYLIST
Mane Tamed Salon
05.2015 - 08.2017
Associate of Arts - Baking and Pastry Arts
Louisiana Culinary Institute
High School Diploma -
MARKSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL