Joanne Son
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Ambitious and adaptable Pastry Chef with seven years of experience in five-star hotels and fine dining restaurants in Auckland. Key contributor to the pre-opening team for Lune Croissanterie in Sydney, bringing extensive knowledge gained from collaboration with renowned chefs at Lune's Melbourne locations. Eager to embrace new challenges and opportunities to further refine pastry skills while learning from experienced chefs in Sydney's vibrant culinary scene. Passionate about creating exquisite desserts that delight guests and elevate dining experiences.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pastry Chef
Lune Croissanterie
2023.11 - Current
• Collaborated with teams across three Melbourne stores and two Sydney stores.
Specialized in baking, garnishing, and preparing pastry products for multiple locations. Trained extensively in dough mixing, lamination, and shaping techniques according to Lune's standards.
Supported training efforts for junior chefs and staff during pre-opening phase.
Pastry Chef
The Hotel Britomart
2022.07 - 2023.10
- Led pastry section for restaurant and hotel. Designed menus and developed recipes. Prepared all desserts for hotel and restaurant.
Pastry Chef de Partie
Hilton Auckland Hotel
2021.05 - 2022.06
- Produced a variety of desserts for hotel events and services.
Pastry Demi Chef
Cibo Parnell
2020.08 - 2021.05
- Led pastry section, crafting desserts for high-demand restaurant.
Pastry Commis Chef
Heritage Auckland Hotel
2018.06 - 2020.07
- Responsible for the pastry section, across banquets and restaurant in the hotel.
Baker
Urban Soul Cafe Manukau
2018.01 - 2018.06
- Prepared sweet and savory items for the cafe's cabinet.
Education
Graduate Diploma Level 5 - Practical Patisserie
Auckland University of Technology
01.2017
Skills
- Pastry techniques
- Menu planning
- Restaurant experience
- Dessert preparation
- Training staff
- Food plating
- Team cooperation
- Dough preparation and baking
- Food safety
LANGUAGES
English Full Professional Proficiency
Khmer Professional Working Proficiency
Certification
NSW Food Authority's Food Handler Basics Certificate
New Zealand Citizen, Full Australian Working Rights.
Timeline
Pastry Chef
Lune Croissanterie
2023.11 - Current
Pastry Chef
The Hotel Britomart
2022.07 - 2023.10
Pastry Chef de Partie
Hilton Auckland Hotel
2021.05 - 2022.06
Pastry Demi Chef
Cibo Parnell
2020.08 - 2021.05
Pastry Commis Chef
Heritage Auckland Hotel
2018.06 - 2020.07
Baker
Urban Soul Cafe Manukau
2018.01 - 2018.06
Graduate Diploma Level 5 - Practical Patisserie
Auckland University of Technology