Stefania Cogean
Johnston,RI
Summary
Experienced pastry chef skilled in recipe execution, inventory management, and team collaboration. Committed to maintaining cleanliness and safety standards while producing high-quality pastries. Successfully contributes to menu planning and special event preparations, driving efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Overview
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1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastry Chef
The Treehouse Tavern
Warwick, Rhode Island
02.2026 - 07.2026
- Developed new dessert recipes to align with seasonal menu offerings.
- Trained junior staff on techniques and kitchen safety protocols.
- Managed inventory of baking supplies to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dessert kitchen during shifts.
- Assisted in special event preparations by creating custom desserts.
- Contributed to menu planning for all pastry items.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations to ensure a clean working environment.
- Prepared doughs, fillings, and icings according to established recipes.
Baker
NAVAD Bakers
East Providence, RI
06.2025 - 10.2025
- Prepared and baked various breads and pastries daily to meet demand.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area and equipment for efficiency.
- Collaborated with team to ensure timely production of baked goods.
- Monitored oven temperatures and baking times to achieve optimal results.
- Provided training support for new bakers on processes and techniques.
- Implemented food safety and sanitation best practices to uphold standards.
- Operated ovens and equipment according to established recipes for consistency.
Baker
Venda Ravioli
Providence, RI
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Prepared, baked, and packaged various pastries daily for store sale and delivery.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of baking station and equipment.
- Assisted with inventory management of baking supplies and ingredients.
- Followed recipes precisely to ensure consistency and quality.
- Implemented best practices for food safety and sanitation standards.
- Collaborated with bakers to complete tasks efficiently within deadlines.
- Measured, mixed, and prepped raw materials according to specifications.
Baking and Pastry Extern
The Ranch at Rock Creek
Philipsburg, MT
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Prepared pastries and desserts for high-end Forbes five-star dining experiences.
- Assisted chefs in developing seasonal menus featuring local ingredients.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization within pastry kitchen area.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely dessert service.
- Managed inventory of baking supplies and ingredients efficiently.
- Adhered to health department regulations regarding food handling practices.
- Operated kitchen machinery safely while preparing various pastry items.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Baking and Pastry Arts with Applied Food Studies
The Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY08.2024
High School Diploma -
Johnston Senior High School
Johnston, RI06-2021
Skills
- Food safety compliance
- Time management
- Sustainable business practices
- Restaurant operations
- Multitasking and organization
- Baking techniques
- Customer service
- Inventory management
- Quality control
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Waste reduction strategies
- Dessert recipe development
- Menu planning and design
- Team collaboration
- Employee training support
- Sanitation practices
Certification
ServSafe Food Handler Certification
Timeline
Pastry Chef
The Treehouse Tavern
02.2026 - 07.2026
Baker
NAVAD Bakers
06.2025 - 10.2025
Baker
Venda Ravioli
09.2024 - 04.2025
Baking and Pastry Extern
The Ranch at Rock Creek
04.2022 - 07.2022
Bachelor's Degree - Baking and Pastry Arts with Applied Food Studies
The Culinary Institute of America
High School Diploma -
Johnston Senior High School