Vitaliia Nenakhova
Arlington Heights,IL
Summary
- Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastry Prep Cook
The Baking Institute
Wheeling, IL
05.2021 - 10.2023
- Decorated pastries with different icings and toppings, using spatulas, scrapers and piping bags.
- Oversaw pastry coolers and storage areas to monitor ingredient and supply inventory levels.
- . Participated in the hiring and training of new pastry team members, ensuring a cohesive work environment where all staff could contribute to successful dessert offerings.
- Collaborated with the head pastry chef to develop innovative dessert offerings for special events.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Maintained strict adherence to food safety guidelines during all stages of pastry preparation and storage.
Pastry Prep Cook
Oak Mill Bakery
Des Plaines, IL
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by creating visually appealing and delicious pastries.
- Decorated pastries with different icings and toppings, using spatulas, scrapers and piping bags.
- Created new dessert items for seasonal and special
- Oversaw pastry coolers and storage areas to monitor ingredient and supply inventory levels.
- Ensured consistent product quality by conducting regular tastings of prepared items prior to serving customers.
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- Maintained a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Managed in-store, pick-up orders and catering needs.
- Packaged finished products for sale.
- Trained new employees on bakery methods
Housekeeper
Hampton Inn
Chicago, IL
03.2019 - 04.2021
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Collaborated with other housekeeping staff to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
- Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
- Prioritized guest comfort through attentive service, responding swiftly to special requests or concerns.
- Coordinated with the front desk to prioritize room assignments based on guest arrivals and departures.
- Achieved significant reduction in lost and found items through diligent room checks and organized logging system.
Cashier
Niagara Jackpot
Kiev,Ukraine
08.2006 - 08.2018
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
Education
International Relations - International Relations
Kiev Slavistik University
Kiev,Ukraine 06.2006
Skills
- Food safety knowledge
- Training staff
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Reliable and Responsible
- Cake and Pastry Decoration
- Product Wrapping and Packaging
Languages
Ukrainian,Russian
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Pastry Prep Cook
Oak Mill Bakery
12.2022 - 06.2023
Pastry Prep Cook
The Baking Institute
05.2021 - 10.2023
Housekeeper
Hampton Inn
03.2019 - 04.2021
Cashier
Niagara Jackpot
08.2006 - 08.2018
International Relations - International Relations
Kiev Slavistik University