RENE CONTEE
Miami,FL
Summary
Adept at leading pastry departments to excellence, I bring a proven track record from The Biltmore Hotel, where I elevated dessert quality through innovative recipe creation and masterful chocolate work. My leadership in team management have consistently enhanced dining experiences, showcasing my creative flair and commitment to culinary perfection. Personable and creative with passion for art of pastry. Possesses deep understanding of flavor profiles and techniques, specializing in pastry creation and decoration. Committed to delivering visually stunning and delicious desserts that exceed expectations.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Pastry Chef
The Biltmore Hotel
09.2022 - Current
- Manages inventory of ingredients and supplies, ensuring optimal freshness while minimizing costs.
- Cultivates relationships with suppliers to secure premium-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
- Creates baked bread, cakes, cookies, and other desserts, and creates seasonal menus.
- Prepares all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
- Replenishes bakery items in display cases.
- Bakes consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
Executive Pastry Chef
The Roosevelt Hotel
11.2019 - 08.2022
- Oversaw daily operations in the pastry department, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining exceptional product quality.
Executive Pastry Chef
The Ritz Carlton Key Biscayne
02.2019 - 07.2019
- Prepared dough for variety of pastries, cakes and breads.
Executive Pastry Chef
Loews Hotels
10.2007 - 10.2018
- Prepared dough for variety of pastries, cakes and breads.
Executive Pastry Chef
Omni Hotels & Resorts
04.2007 - 10.2007
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
Executive Pastry Chef
Sonesta Beach Resort, Key Biscayne
06.2001 - 10.2006
- Oversaw daily operations in the pastry department, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining exceptional product quality.
Executive Pastry Chef
Jo Anna's Bake House
07.1999 - 02.2001
- Prepared bread and pastries to meet customer order requirements.
Executive Pastry Chef
Fireking Baking Co.
06.1996 - 06.1999
- Designed custom desserts for special events such as weddings, anniversaries, and corporate functions.
Education
Associate of Science - Baking And Pastry Arts
Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RI05-1991
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
University of Wisconsin
Baraboo, WI05-1989
Skills
- Chocolate work
- Team management
- Ingredient knowledge
- Sanitation practices
- Menu development
- Recipe creation
- Flavor pairing
- Sugar artistry
- Food allergy awareness
- Creative flair
- Pastry preparation
- Creativity and innovation
- Glazing and icing application
Timeline
Executive Pastry Chef
The Biltmore Hotel
09.2022 - Current
Executive Pastry Chef
The Roosevelt Hotel
11.2019 - 08.2022
Executive Pastry Chef
The Ritz Carlton Key Biscayne
02.2019 - 07.2019
Executive Pastry Chef
Loews Hotels
10.2007 - 10.2018
Executive Pastry Chef
Omni Hotels & Resorts
04.2007 - 10.2007
Executive Pastry Chef
Sonesta Beach Resort, Key Biscayne
06.2001 - 10.2006
Executive Pastry Chef
Jo Anna's Bake House
07.1999 - 02.2001
Executive Pastry Chef
Fireking Baking Co.
06.1996 - 06.1999
Associate of Science - Baking And Pastry Arts
Johnson & Wales University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
University of Wisconsin
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