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Carmen Trifu

Carmen Trifu

Pastry Chef
Boca Raton,Florida

Summary

Dedicated hospitality professional with over 4 years of experience in the industry. Proven track record of delivering exceptional customer service in various roles including front desk operations, serving, and most recently working alongside the culinary team.


Being an advocate for well-being and mental health, I am a certified 200h Yoga Teacher, guiding students in yoga through a variety of postures and breathing exercises in class or one-on-one settings. I believe in the importance of a well balanced life and mind for the success in all areas in life.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages

Work History

Pastry Cook

Broken Sound Club
01.2023 - Current
  • Developed and executed innovative pastry recipes to meet the diverse needs of customers
  • Skilled in baking, frosting, and decorating a variety of pastries including cakes, cookies, pastries and tarts by following traditional and modern recipes
  • Collaborated with other kitchen staff to coordinate pastry orders and deliver high-quality products to customers


Server

Harbor View Hotel
05.2021 - 10.2023
  • Provided exceptional customer service by taking precise orders, recommending menu items, and ensuring each guest had a positive dining experience
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by efficiently managing multiple tables, prioritizing tasks, and coordinating with kitchen staff to serve meals promptly

Server

Broken Sound Club
10.2022 - 12.2022
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.

Food And Beverage Intern

THE BEACH CLUB, INC.
10.2021 - 05.2022
  • Consistently demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills when interacting with guests from diverse cultural backgrounds, fostering an inclusive atmosphere conducive to repeat patronage.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional food and beverage service.

Client Services Analyst

Deloitte
11.2020 - 07.2021
  • Entering data into spreadsheets, databases or other Deloitte tools
  • Preparing electronic (PDF) working files to facilitate the preparation of tax returns
  • Analyzing and tracking an overview of the income and wealth of individuals
  • Analyzing any possible tax breaks and calculating the tax returns or payments for Swiss citizens

Retail Store Associate

Backwater Trading Co.
07.2020 - 10.2020
  • Assisted customers in product selection and provided detailed information
  • Operated cash register and processed transactions accurately and efficiently
  • Restocked merchandise and ensured shelves were well-stocked at all times
  • Monitored inventory levels and communicated with management to restock items as needed

Front Desk Clerk

The Kelley House
07.2020 - 10.2020
  • Managed reservations, check-ins, check-outs, and room assignments efficiently
  • Answered incoming calls, directed calls to appropriate departments, and provided helpful information to guests
  • Responded to guest inquiries, requests, and complaints promptly and resolved issues to ensure guest satisfaction

Program Coordinator

American Experience
10.2019 - 07.2020
  • assist clients to find the right job, coaching and providing all the legal paperwork needed in order to obtain the J1 visa ( Job offers, Work permits, Employment authorization).
  • set-up telephone and video conference interviews between the client and the hiring managers.
  • maintain candidate databases.
  • organize and represent the company at Job Fairs.
  • Maintained detailed records of program activities and participant data, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

Program Coordinator

American Experience
10.2019 - 07.2020
  • assist clients to find the right job and providing all the legal paperwork needed in order to obtain the J1 visa ( Job offers, Work permits, Employment authorization).
  • help clients develop a resume and coach them through the interview process.
  • set-up telephone and video conference interviews between the client and the hiring managers.
  • maintain candidate databases.
  • organize and represent the company at Job Fairs.
  • ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent sales services.
  • Maintained detailed records of program activities and participant data, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

Volunteer

Center of Studies and Research "SDR"
09.2016 - 11.2019
  • greet the participants from different countries at the airport;
  • present the conference's agenda and their personal program;
  • set-up the conference rooms;
  • Assisted with special events and programs.

In-room dining coordinator

Gurney's Montauk Resort and Seawater Spa
06.2019 - 10.2019


  • As part of the "Work& Travel" cultural exchange program in the USA;
  • answer telephone and obtain all information necessary to process the guest’s order.
  • coordinate amenity delivery by ensuring that all requests are received, filed, ordered from kitchen and delivered;
  • keep track of our amenities and guests lists daily.

Student Brand Manager

American Experience
09.2018 - 06.2019
  • Attract potential clients by promoting the program in universities and at campus
  • Providing information and answering any questions potential customers might have
  • Investigating the campaigns of competitors from a brand perspective

Cashier

Alaska Stand
06.2018 - 10.2018

As part of the "Work& Travel" summer cultural exchange program in the USA.

  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Took accurate food orders, making sure that our guests receive their ordered products in a timely manner.

Education

200h Hatha Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training | On-site -

Yoga Union
Ubud, Bali, Indonesia
08.2024 - 09.2024

Yoga Teacher Training - Yoga Teacher Training/Yoga

House of Om 200h Yoga Teacher Training Online
Ubud, Bali,
09.2023 - 6 2024

Bachelor's degree - Study of Modern Applied Languages in English and German

University of Bucharest, Faculty of Foreign Languages and Literatures
01.2016 - 12 2020

Skills

  • exceptional customer service

  • culinary team collaboration

  • issue resolution

  • guest satisfaction

  • interpersonal skills

  • Pastry preparation

  • Production management

  • Recipe development

  • Qualified Yoga Teacher

  • Yoga class development

Certification

Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) - Yoga Alliance.

Timeline

Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) - Yoga Alliance.

09-2024

200h Hatha Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training | On-site -

Yoga Union
08.2024 - 09.2024

Yoga Teacher Training - Yoga Teacher Training/Yoga

House of Om 200h Yoga Teacher Training Online
09.2023 - 6 2024

Pastry Cook

Broken Sound Club
01.2023 - Current

Server

Broken Sound Club
10.2022 - 12.2022

Food And Beverage Intern

THE BEACH CLUB, INC.
10.2021 - 05.2022

Server

Harbor View Hotel
05.2021 - 10.2023

Client Services Analyst

Deloitte
11.2020 - 07.2021

Retail Store Associate

Backwater Trading Co.
07.2020 - 10.2020

Front Desk Clerk

The Kelley House
07.2020 - 10.2020

Program Coordinator

American Experience
10.2019 - 07.2020

Program Coordinator

American Experience
10.2019 - 07.2020

In-room dining coordinator

Gurney's Montauk Resort and Seawater Spa
06.2019 - 10.2019

Student Brand Manager

American Experience
09.2018 - 06.2019

Cashier

Alaska Stand
06.2018 - 10.2018

Volunteer

Center of Studies and Research "SDR"
09.2016 - 11.2019

Bachelor's degree - Study of Modern Applied Languages in English and German

University of Bucharest, Faculty of Foreign Languages and Literatures
01.2016 - 12 2020
Carmen TrifuPastry Chef