Yamilet Mercado
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dynamic Pastry Chef with a proven track record at Chicago Athletic Association, excelling in recipe development and team collaboration. Achieved increased sales through innovative dessert menus while implementing efficient production techniques that enhanced quality and reduced waste. Skilled in inventory management and fostering a positive work environment, ensuring seamless operations during peak periods.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pastry Chef
Chicago Athletic Association
08.2017 - Current
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for next week operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
- Developed cross-functional relationships with other departments, ensuring smooth operations and timely completion of tasks during special events or peak business hours.
- Implemented efficient production techniques, reducing waste and improving overall pastry quality.
- Effectively managed multiple tasks simultaneously during high-volume periods, maintaining consistent quality across all products.
- Developed new pastry recipes for seasonal menus, resulting in increased sales and positive feedback.
- Contributed to successful catering events by designing custom dessert menus tailored to specific client preferences.
- Oversaw purchasing, storage, and use of kitchen supplies.
- Collaborated with the culinary team to create unique dessert offerings that complemented main dishes.
Am Baker
Perennial Virant
08.2013 - 08.2017
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for service.
- Frosted and iced cakes, cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, sweet rolls, and coffee cakes.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
- Prepared dough for variety of pastries, cakes and breads.
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
Kitchen Lead
Specialty's Cafe and Bakery
01.2008 - 07.2013
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation by implementing strict kitchen cleaning routines.
- Fostered a positive work environment, promoting teamwork and open communication among kitchen staff.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen and dining area.
- Monitored inventory levels to prevent stock shortages during peak service hours or special events.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Wilbur Wright College
Chicago, IL01-2015
Skills
- Pastry production
- Recipe development
- Inventory management
- Quality control
- Team collaboration
- Decision-making
- Menu design
- Problem solving
- Food costing
Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler Certification - National Restaurant Association.
- City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Managers Certificate
Languages
Spanish
English
Timeline
Pastry Chef
Chicago Athletic Association
08.2017 - Current
Am Baker
Perennial Virant
08.2013 - 08.2017
Kitchen Lead
Specialty's Cafe and Bakery
01.2008 - 07.2013
Associate of Applied Science -
Wilbur Wright College
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