Hands-on bakery and culinary student with training in cake decorating, bread making, and large-batch cookie production. Completed ServSafe certifications and supported kitchen prep, cleanup, and customer sales while building teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills in a fast-paced, creative food environment.
Overview
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1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Bakery internship
Benjamin Bishop (Bakery Owner)
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
03.2025 - 06.2026
Managing large batch cookie production from scratch and preparing product for packaging.
Producing large batches of cookies from scratch and delivering packaged items.
Preparing large batches of cookies from scratch and packaging finished orders.
Practiced cake decorating techniques, icing preparation, and bread making through one-on-one training with owner.
Developed bakery skills in cake decorating, icing, and bread making through direct training with owner.
Developed essential bakery skills through hands-on training with owner. in cake decoration, icing, bread preparation, and more through one on one training with owner.
Executed thorough kitchen cleanup and organization at the end of each shift. and breakdown work.
Overseeing nightly kitchen cleaning and closeout process.
Executed thorough kitchen cleanup and closing tasks each night to maintain a clean and organized workspace.
Culinary Arts CTE Program
Culinary Arts CTE Program
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
08.2024 - 06.2026
Assisted with food prep and cooking in a commercial kitchen, contributing to daily operations for 3 hours, 5 days per week.
Facilitated sales of cafe items to staff and students during bi-weekly events, improving engagement and customer experience.
Acquired baking and food prep skills for cakes, cookies, bread, pastas, and more, enhancing overall kitchen capabilities.
Completed 2 ServSafe certifications.
Learned proper kitchen and workplace safety procedures.
Cat Shelter Internship
Rescue and Relax
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
08.2024 - 06.2025
Maintained clean cat areas and sales spaces.
Handled post-cat cleanup tasks.
Swept, mopped, and dusted work areas.
Removed trash and kept bins emptied.
Set up product displays.
Restocked shelves and supplies.
Facilitated cat socialization activities to improve animal behavior and comfort..
Welcomed customers and provided friendly service.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA
05-2030
Skills
- Strong research and problem-solving skills
- Detail-oriented and hardworking
- Interest in business, creativity, and hands-on work
- Able to work independently and as part of a team