Rosa Redel
Graham,NC
Summary
Experienced culinary professional successful at producing high-quality, from-scratch desserts, creams, sauces, dishes, and appetizers. Focused on providing excellent customer service with delicious, quality desserts. Systematic, resourceful and bringing top skills in communication and work delegation.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pastry Chef With Kitchen Management
The Refectory Cafe
Durham, NC
02.2009 - Current
- Organized and managed weekly staff schedules for the kitchen team.
- Facilitated effective team dynamics by handling staff interpersonal issues, personal concerns, and managing the hiring and terminating processes.
- Ensured compliance with Durham food code by personally walking with the health department and addressing all requirements.
- Managed cafe inventory and ordering processes to maintain optimal stock levels while controlling food costs.
- Collaborated directly with customers to fulfill special pastry orders, fostering strong relationships with families with specific allergy requirements.
- Managed time efficiently to produce high-quality goods within tight deadlines.
- Oversaw pastry production for catering, pick-up orders and in-store customers.
Pastry Chef
Alivia's Durham Bistro
Durham, NC
02.2007 - 10.2007
- Coordinated supplies, placed orders and managed stock on hand for bakery.
- Developed and executed original dessert menus for high-end restaurant, ensuring variety and seasonal relevance.
- Maintained a clean working environment by adhering to health and safety regulations.
Pastry Chef
Nana's Restaurant
Durham, NC
08.2004 - 02.2007
- Advanced from pastry assistant to pastry chef in under six months.
- Prepared a nine-item fine dining dessert menu, updating one to three items weekly to reflect seasonal availability.
- Supervised Garde manager cook to ensure the quality of all cold side items.
- Prepared souffles and other time-sensitive desserts for the tasting menu.
- Crafted a variety of breads for nightly service.
Pastry Assistant
Fearrington House
Pittsboro, NC
10.2003 - 08.2004
- Crafted and delivered high-quality desserts, tea service, breads, and petit fours each day, maintaining five diamond, four star standards.
- Maintained and organized station under strict supervision of Chef de Cuisine.
- Managed inventory and procurement for the pastry station.
Education
Associate of Arts - Baking And Pastry
Johnson & Wales University
Charleston, SC05-2002
Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- ServSafe certified
- Presentation management
- Resilience in Dynamic Environments
- Quick learner, works well individually, and as a team member
Affiliations
- Youth volleyball and basketball coach
- Avid vegetable gardener with a focus on whole, fresh foods
- I also enjoy canning from my family's garden, jams, jellies, and a variety of vegetables
Certification
- ServSafe certified since 2002, last recertified in February 2022
- Work with many different customers with a variety of health-related food requirements and allergies
Accomplishments
- Earned a certificate of accomplishment, highlighting hard work and timeliness at Osprey Point, Kiawah Island, SC
- Local blueberry pie with sweet corn ice cream was featured in Durham Magazine Short article on baking style and history.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Pastry Chef With Kitchen Management
The Refectory Cafe
02.2009 - Current
Pastry Chef
Alivia's Durham Bistro
02.2007 - 10.2007
Pastry Chef
Nana's Restaurant
08.2004 - 02.2007
Pastry Assistant
Fearrington House
10.2003 - 08.2004
Associate of Arts - Baking And Pastry
Johnson & Wales University
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