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Ronald Vara

Austin,TX

Summary

Passionate Pastry Chef with a proven track record at Tartes Bakery, adept in oven operation and critical thinking. Excelled in dessert preparation, significantly enhancing customer satisfaction.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Pastry Chef/Owner

Tartes Bakery
01.2018 - 11.2022
  • Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Managed in-store, pick-up orders and catering needs.

Pastry Chef / Prep

Beer Plant
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
  • Coordinated with kitchen staff to guarantee timely delivery of all pastries, cakes and desserts.
  • Personalized creations for holidays, weddings, graduations, and personal events.

Kitchen Manager

Protein Kitchen
05.2023 - 09.2023
  • 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.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.

Pastry Chef

Bouldin Creek Cafe
09.2023 - 08.2024
  • Started and operated the pastry program
  • Implemented efficient production techniques, reducing waste and improving overall pastry quality.
  • Effectively managed multiple tasks simultaneously during high-volume periods, maintaining consistent quality across all products.
  • Developed new pastry recipes for seasonal menus, resulting in increased sales and positive feedback.

Education

Associates In Baking - Baking

Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Austin
Austin, TX
06.2005

Skills

  • Accurate Scale Operation
  • Oven Operation
  • Cooking Machinery Operation
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking
  • Proper Food Handling
  • Dessert Preparation

Timeline

Pastry Chef

Bouldin Creek Cafe
09.2023 - 08.2024

Kitchen Manager

Protein Kitchen
05.2023 - 09.2023

Pastry Chef / Prep

Beer Plant
01.2023 - 05.2023

Pastry Chef/Owner

Tartes Bakery
01.2018 - 11.2022

Associates In Baking - Baking

Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Austin
Ronald Vara