Balwinder Singh Cheema
Cranbourne West,VIC
Summary
Experienced Baker with passion for creating delicious desserts, pastries and breads. Detail-oriented and works well in fast-paced environments. Skilled in using variety of baking tools and equipment. Focused professional creates memorable and delicious baked goods. Creates custom desserts that exceed customer specifications. Hardworking individual offers great task prioritization and time management skills. 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
Baker
LIEVITO BAKERY
06.2016 - 10.2023
- Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients.
- Assisted in inventory management, helping maintain appropriate stock levels for essential ingredients and supplies.
- Operated cash registers and processed payments accurately.
- Cut and shaped dough for pies, rolls and other pastries.
- Coordinated food deliveries to guarantee timely arrival of supplies.
- Frosted and iced cakes, cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, sweet rolls, and coffee cakes.
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
- Maintained accurate inventory of baking supplies and ingredients.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting recipes based on available ingredients or dietary restrictions upon request.
- Facilitated communication among team members to ensure smooth operations during peak hours.
Pastry Chef
HOUSE OF BREAD AND PASTRIES
12.2006 - 04.2016
- Implemented portion control measures that lowered costs without compromising product quality or customer satisfaction.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Produced allergy-friendly gluten-, dairy- and egg-free variations of classic recipes.
- Trained new employees on bakery methods and procedures.
- Consistently met tight deadlines for special orders, ensuring client satisfaction and repeat business.
- Managed in-store, pick-up orders and catering needs.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Education
CERT 4 IN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT - BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
DELLA INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE
06.2007
Skills
- Icings and fondant
- Specialty breads
- Adaptive and creative
- Ingredient Preparation
- Food Safety
- Scaling recipes
- Pastry preparation
- Quality Control
- Opening and closing duties
- Commercial Food Production
- Pastry Filling Equipment
- Chocolate tempering
- Team Training
Timeline
Baker
LIEVITO BAKERY
06.2016 - 10.2023
Pastry Chef
HOUSE OF BREAD AND PASTRIES
12.2006 - 04.2016
CERT 4 IN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT - BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
DELLA INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE
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