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Benjamin Elazar

Civic,ACT

Summary

Head Pastry Chef and Baker - Skilled in operating hospitality businesses. Experienced shift worker and heavy lifter. Available in 2 weeks notice, Australian Citizen.


Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Pastry Chef

Little Sutton Bake House
01.2022 - 10.2022
  • 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.
  • Managed in-store, pick-up orders and catering needs.
  • Monitored quality of ingredients used in recipes to maintain consistency and safety standards.
  • Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
  • Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks and maintain smooth running of bakery.

Cook

Grazing At Gundaroo
05.2021 - 01.2022
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.

Baker

Crust Fyshwick Markets
03.2017 - 05.2021
  • Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
  • Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
  • 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.
  • Managed customer service operations, including taking orders and resolving complaints.
  • Trained and supervised new employees on bakery operations and procedures.
  • Developed recipes for new products and improved existing recipes.
  • Coordinated food deliveries to guarantee timely arrival of supplies.

Education

Trade Certified - Chef

Canberra Institute of Tech
Canberra, ACT
01.2021

Trade Qualified - Pastry Chef And Baker

Canberra Institute of Tech
Canberra, ACT
03.2020

Certified Food Safety Supervisor -

Australian Institute of Accreditation
Vic
03.2021

Skills

  • Kitchen Equipment Operation
  • Allergy Awareness
  • Schedule Maintenance
  • Kitchen Safety
  • Customer Service
  • Management
  • Excellent Math Skills
  • Minimize Ingredient Waste
  • Team Player
  • Food Safety and Sanitation
  • Stock Rotation
  • Quality Control

Timeline

Pastry Chef

Little Sutton Bake House
01.2022 - 10.2022

Cook

Grazing At Gundaroo
05.2021 - 01.2022

Baker

Crust Fyshwick Markets
03.2017 - 05.2021

Trade Certified - Chef

Canberra Institute of Tech

Trade Qualified - Pastry Chef And Baker

Canberra Institute of Tech

Certified Food Safety Supervisor -

Australian Institute of Accreditation

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