Teodor Melios
Henderson
Summary
Knowledgeable Pastry Cook with background in creating high-quality pastries and desserts. Demonstrated expertise in executing complex recipes and maintaining high standards in both flavor and presentation. Proven ability to work efficiently in fast-paced kitchen environments while utilizing creativity and precision baking skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pastry Cook
Carama by WolfGang Puck
Mandalay Bay Beach, 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd
02.2024 - 03.2025
- Knowledge of Nevada cleanliness and proper food safety standards
- Years of experience as a Prep Cook, Line Cook and Baker
- Managed inventory levels and placed orders for ingredients, maintaining sufficient stock levels while minimizing waste.
- Balanced multiple tasks simultaneously while consistently meeting deadlines during high volume periods.
- Prepared a wide variety of goods such as breads, cakes, cookies and tarts, etc. by following traditional and modern recipes.
- Mentored junior pastry cooks, sharing knowledge and expertise to foster skill development and professional growth.
- Coordinated and prepared large-scale catering orders and banquet events requiring customized baked goods or desserts for clients'' specific needs.
Pastry Cook
Lupo by WolfGang Puck
Mandalay Bay Beach, 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd
09.2020 - 02.2024
- Knowledge of Nevada cleanliness and proper food safety standards
- Years of experience as a Prep Cook, Line Cook and Baker in a high volume work environment
- Managed inventory levels and placed orders for ingredients, maintaining sufficient stock levels while minimizing waste
- Balanced multiple tasks simultaneously while consistently meeting deadlines during high volume periods
- Prepared a wide variety of goods such as breads, cakes, cookies and tarts, etc. by following traditional and modern recipes
- Mentored junior pastry cooks, sharing knowledge and expertise to foster skill development and professional growth
- Coordinated and prepared large-scale catering orders and banquet events requiring customized baked goods or desserts for clients' specific needs
Dishwasher/Prep Cook
Chef Flemming's Bakeshop
7 S Water St Henderson, NV 89015
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
- Prepared traditional pastries, danishes, cakes and cookies
- Utilized effective time management skills to balance dishwashing duties with any additional cleaning or food preparation tasks assigned.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NV04-2024
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Pastry, Cakes, and Bread preparation
- Organization
- Event catering
- Allergy awareness
- Workflow and Production Management
- Delivery processing and Inventory Control
Accomplishments
- Worked closely with management to open the restaurant Carama by WolfGang Puck at Mandalay Bay
Certification
- Valid Nevada Food Handler's Card
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Bulgarian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Pastry Cook
Carama by WolfGang Puck
02.2024 - 03.2025
Pastry Cook
Lupo by WolfGang Puck
09.2020 - 02.2024
Dishwasher/Prep Cook
Chef Flemming's Bakeshop
01.2019 - 12.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
College of Southern Nevada