Whitney Bickel
Lincoln City,OR
Summary
Well-qualified culinary professional adept at creating dough, ice creams, sorbets and pastries that delight customers. Focused professional creates memorable and delicious baked goods. Creates custom desserts that exceed customer specifications. Well-versed in proper function and maintenance of bakery utensils and equipment. Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high levels of quality .
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Baker
Neskowin Provisions
Neskowin, OR
09.2023 - 09.2025
- Developed and executed daily baking schedules to ensure fresh product availability.
- Trained junior bakers on techniques and safety standards for optimal kitchen operations.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards in baked goods.
- Innovated new recipes, enhancing menu variety and customer satisfaction.
Pastry Chef
Oshen's Chophouse
Gleneden Beach, OR
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to guarantee timely delivery of all pastries, cakes and desserts.
- Personalized creations for holidays, weddings, graduations, and personal events.
- Oversaw purchasing, storage, and use of kitchen supplies.
- Created unique daily specials to drive business growth.
- Monitored quality of ingredients used in recipes to maintain consistency and safety standards.
- Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
- Cycled menus to keep offerings fresh and interesting for customers.
- Developed and implemented cost-saving strategies for production of cakes, pastries and desserts.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
- Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients.
- Operated ovens and bakery equipment to prepare products according to recipes.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
- Prepared dough for variety of pastries, cakes and breads.
- Cut and shaped dough for pies, rolls and other pastries.
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
- Packaged finished products for sale.
- Prepared frostings and other toppings for cakes and pastries.
- Replenished and rotated food items, following correct food cooling and storage procedures.
- Determined baking times for various items.
- Monitored temperatures of ovens, proof boxes and other equipment.
- Replenished bakery items in display cases.
- Managed display cases to verify freshness and attractiveness of products.
Team Member
Overnight Art
Lincoln City, OR
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
Founder/Baker
Butter Bakes
Lincoln City, OR
05.2020 - 04.2022
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
- Operated and maintained baking equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Complied with health and safety codes.
- Packaged and labeled baked goods with accurate descriptions and ingredients.
- Managed all customer service operations, including taking orders and resolving complaints.
- Created appealing displays to showcase products.
- Resolved customer concerns with positive approach and constructive strategies.
- Developed recipes for new products and improved existing recipes.
- Coordinated food deliveries to guarantee timely arrival of supplies.
- Analyzed customer preferences to design and create tailored products.
- Assisted in planning and running promotional events and campaigns.
- Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients.
- Operated ovens and bakery equipment to prepare products according to recipes.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
- Packaged finished products for sale.
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with the standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
- Prepared dough for variety of pastries, cakes
- Replenished and rotated food items, following correct food cooling and storage procedures.
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
- Determined baking times for various items.
- Cut and shaped dough for cookies, tarts, pies, and other baked goods.
- Prepared fillings and toppings for a variety of baked goods.
- Managed displays to verify freshness and attractiveness of products.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped choose items for purchase, and promoted key items.
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
Line Cook
Salt
Lincoln City, OR
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
Baker
Pacific Grind Cafe
Lincoln City, OR
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
- Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks and maintain smooth running of bakery.
- Packaged and labeled baked goods with accurate descriptions and ingredients.
- Resolved customer concerns with positive approach and constructive strategies.
- Developed recipes for new products and improved existing recipes.
- Analyzed customer preferences to design and create tailored products.
- Assisted in planning and running promotional events and campaigns.
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
- Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
- Operated ovens and bakery equipment to prepare products according to recipes.
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
- Packaged finished products for sale.
- Prepared dough for variety of pastries, cakes and breads.
- Replenished and rotated food items, following correct food cooling and storage procedures.
- Replenished bakery items in display cases.
- Managed display cases to verify freshness and attractiveness of products.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
- Processed customer orders and payment transactions.
- Determined baking times for various items.
- Cut and shaped dough for pies, rolls and other pastries.
Pastry Chef
The Bay House
Lincoln City, OR
05.2018 - 10.2019
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to guarantee timely delivery of all pastries, cakes and desserts.
- Personalized creations for holidays, weddings, graduations, and personal events.
- Monitored quality of ingredients used in recipes to maintain consistency and safety standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
- Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients.
- Operated ovens and bakery equipment to prepare products according to recipes.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
- Prepared frostings and other toppings for cakes and pastries.
- Replenished and rotated food items, following correct food cooling and storage procedures.
- Determined baking times for various items.
- Monitored temperatures of ovens, proof boxes and other equipment.
Education
High School - undefined
A. C. Davis High School
Yakima, WASkills
Culinary Research
Material Prepping
Inventory Rotation
Quality Evaluation
Critical Thinking
Logistics and Supply Chain
Pastry Preparation
Scaling and Portioning
Health and Safety Compliance
Plating
Cooking Machinery Operation
Menu Preparation
Cooking and Baking
Desserts Knowledge
New Recipe Development
Proper Storage Procedures
Kitchen Equipment Maintenance
Accurate Scale Operation
Expiration Monitoring
Mixer Operation
Manage Inventory
Monitor Quality
Recipe Creation
Reading Comprehension
Photography Skills
Material Requirements Planning
Product Wrapping and Packaging
Proper Food Handling
Inventory Maintenance
Oven Operation
Batter and Filling Preparation
Timeline
Baker
Neskowin Provisions
09.2023 - 09.2025
Pastry Chef
Oshen's Chophouse
07.2023 - 08.2023
Team Member
Overnight Art
04.2022 - 07.2023
Founder/Baker
Butter Bakes
05.2020 - 04.2022
Line Cook
Salt
01.2020 - 03.2020
Baker
Pacific Grind Cafe
01.2019 - 01.2020
Pastry Chef
The Bay House
05.2018 - 10.2019
High School - undefined
A. C. Davis High School