Open-minded Cake Decorator specializing in creating high-quality and delicious edible masterpieces. Quick learner and active listener. Production-driven professional focused on achieving perfection in each creation. Proficient in various baking and decorating techniques. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Cake Decorator
Walmart
02.2014 - 07.2018
Designed specialty cakes for weddings, birthdays, and graduations.
Handled phone calls regarding inquiries, cancelled orders, and ordering conflicts.
Kept work area safe and sanitized by washing utensils, tools, and countertops.
Maintained sanitary food prep station by following established safety procedures and sanitizing instructions.
Packaged and priced each product according to company pricing procedures.
Managed material inventory and ordered new materials when needed.
Verified accuracy of orders while meeting strict deadlines on producing completed products.
Disposed of damaged and expired goods to uphold safety standards and provide fresh products.
Trained and supervised part-time cake decorators to apply proper decorating techniques in creating edible icing, flowers and figurines.
Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
Lead Cook
Davis Healthcare Community
03.2011 - 11.2017
Supervised line cooks to monitor food safety and order accuracy.
Delegated jobs within kitchen depending on restaurant traffic and employee skill.
Taught kitchen staff safety protocols and restaurant standards.
Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Took over line positions in event of emergency.
Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Monitored cooks and dishwasher performance and suggested improvements to streamline processes and increase team efficiency.
Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Bakery Sales Associate
Walmart
04.2009 - 07.2012
Maintained safe food handling standards at all times.
Operated cash register, quickly and accurately handled cash and card transactions and packaged orders neatly and correctly.
Maintained retail counter, restocked items and kept establishment tidy by sweeping, taking out trash and observing and adhering to company sanitation and food safety standards.
Offered every customer exceptional service and learned regular customers' preferences.
Stocked and faced bakery cases with daily offerings.
Retrieved and organized bakery product loads, processed merchandise properly and rotated products according to prescribed standards to encourage freshness.
Frosted and iced cakes, cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, sweet rolls, and coffee cakes.
Lifted cases and pushed or pulled heavy tray carts when restocking and preparing inventory.
Developed and maintained specific knowledge of donuts, cakes, muffins, pies, cookies and other bakery items to communicate with and assist customers in selection of product.
Educated customers about quality of baked goods to inspire continued support of brand and company mission.
Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
CNA
Partnership Staffing Inc.
02.2005 - 05.2009
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.