Yara gutierrez
Irvine,CA
Summary
Pastry Chef with a strong focus on productivity and efficiency in culinary tasks. Demonstrated expertise in cake decoration and pastry innovation, complemented by effective time management and teamwork skills. Proven leadership enhances kitchen operations and boosts customer satisfaction. Skilled in both traditional and modern baking techniques, recipe development, and quality assurance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pastry Chef
Javier's
Irvine, California
10.2023 - Current
- Trained team members in pastry techniques and kitchen safety protocols.
- Executed daily baking tasks, crafting pastries, cakes, and bread from scratch.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to optimize pastry production schedules.
- Created custom cakes for weddings, birthdays, and special occasions.
- Decorated cakes with intricate designs to enhance visual appeal.
- Assisted in planning menus featuring innovative pastry items.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to specifications and recipes.
- Managed time effectively to meet tight production deadlines.
Prep Cook
Javiers
Irvine, CA
08.2015 - 03.2023
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and food prep areas.
- Prepared ingredients according to standardized recipes for efficient meal production.
- Collaborated with team members to expedite meal service during peak hours.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations and sanitation standards.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to uphold food safety requirements.
- Washed, chopped, and diced vegetables to prepare ingredients.
- Produced dishes in fast-paced environment while supporting teammates to enhance customer satisfaction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cbtis
Mexico06-2002
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Customer satisfaction
- Team collaboration
- Food safety compliance
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Workstation organization
- Creativity and innovation
- Dessert preparation
- Employee training
Certification
- Food Handlers
- Certification of Sexual Assault and Domestic Aggression
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Professional
Timeline
Pastry Chef
Javier's
10.2023 - Current
Prep Cook
Javiers
08.2015 - 03.2023
High School Diploma -
Cbtis