Sherly Montalvo
The Bronx,NY
Summary
Creative professional offering many years of experience creating appealing and delicious treats. Proficient in following recipes and specifications when baking and decorating. Successful at producing consistent and high-quality items in fast-paced settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Pastry Cook
Restaurant Associates - Google NYC
New York, New York
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
- Prepared doughs for pies, breads, rolls and other pastries.
- Measured ingredients required for specific food items being prepared.
- Ensured that all food products were stored properly in accordance with health regulations.
- Operated ovens, mixers, grinders and other kitchen equipment as needed.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies were available at all times.
- Assisted in developing new recipes and improving existing ones while ensuring consistency in product quality.
- Weighed out portions of ingredients to prepare batters or doughs for various baked goods.
- Baked a variety of desserts such as cookies, tarts, muffins and scones from scratch.
- Organized baking supplies including flour, sugar, spices and flavorings into designated storage areas.
- Supervised staff during production shifts by providing guidance on techniques used in pastry making.
- Verified that finished products met established standards regarding taste, presentation and texture.
- Kept up-to-date on emerging trends in the pastry industry through research activities.
- Collaborated with other chefs to develop creative dishes for special events.
- Ordered ingredients and supplies as needed for daily production.
- Supervised junior pastry cooks to ensure adherence to food safety regulations.
- Created innovative menus featuring signature desserts and baked goods.
- Managed the preparation of large batches of doughs, icings, fillings, mousses.
- Assisted in menu development by suggesting new flavors or ingredient combinations.
- Evaluated finished products for flavor balance, texture, appearance and temperature.
Baker/ Pastry Cook
Restaurant Associates- Google NYC
New York, New York, NY
06.2017 - 01.2023
- Maintained accurate inventory of baking supplies and ingredients.
- Prepared dough for a variety of bakery items such as breads, pastries, pies, cakes and cookies.
- Measured out ingredients accurately to ensure consistent product quality.
- Operated ovens and other equipment to bake products according to established recipes.
- Checked baked goods periodically during baking process to ensure desired results were achieved.
- Monitored temperature of ovens and adjusted accordingly to maintain consistency in baking times.
- Cleaned work areas, utensils, equipment and surfaces between batches of products.
- Assisted in the development of new recipes for a variety of bakery items including cakes, pies and muffins.
- Ensured that all health regulations were followed at all times while working in the kitchen.
Baker in Training
Hot Bread Kitchen
New York, New York, NY
07.2016 - 03.2017
- Operated ovens and other equipment to bake products according to established recipes.
- Checked baked goods periodically during baking process to ensure desired results were achieved.
- Cleaned work areas, utensils, equipment and surfaces between batches of products.
- Measured, mixed and prepped raw materials according to company specifications and recipes.
- Packaged and labeled baked goods with accurate descriptions and ingredients.
- Utilized measuring instruments, commercial-grade mixers and ovens.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Hot Bread Kitchen
New York, New YorkSkills
- Bakery Operations
- Pastry production
- Fondant making
- Storage control
- Recipe Development
- Organization
- Pastry preparation
- Recipe-based cooking
- Production Management
- Food Safety
- Workflow Management
- Baking techniques
- Baking
- Menu Planning
- Allergy awareness
- Food safety and sanitation
Timeline
Lead Pastry Cook
Restaurant Associates - Google NYC
01.2023 - 04.2024
Baker/ Pastry Cook
Restaurant Associates- Google NYC
06.2017 - 01.2023
Baker in Training
Hot Bread Kitchen
07.2016 - 03.2017
Some College (No Degree) -
Hot Bread Kitchen