Karishma Dube
Melbourne
Summary
Offering creative mindset and strong foundation in pastry arts, ready to learn and grow in professional kitchen. Contributes solid understanding of baking fundamentals and ability to follow detailed recipes precisely. Ready to use and develop skills in pastry creations, presentation and sales experience in an operations and sales role.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Commis Chef
La Folie
04.2016 - 09.2016
- Enhanced culinary skills by assisting in the preparation of various dishes under the guidance of experienced chefs.
- Contributed to a well-organized and efficient kitchen by maintaining clean workstations and following sanitation guidelines.
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Worked with chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.
Pastry Chef
Self Employed, It's Freshly Baked
12.2016 - 11.2024
- Excellent knowledge of creating pastry, breads and chocolate goods
- Knowledgeable of French baking techniques
- Constant contribution in improving as well as renewing the pastry menu
- Strong leadership qualities and fluent communication skills
- Regular quality check of the inventory and equipments
- Plating and serving desserts and bread for restaurant and events
- Efficient in following recipes and replicating dishes, following food prep checklists while maintaining quality & presentation guidelines
- Supervising and monitoring the pastry and baking assistants to work efficiently
- Proficient at following health and safety procedures that kitchen must adhere to along with daily sanitation of kitchen and baking area
- Excellent teamwork spirit
- Willingness to learn, forward thinking, adaptable, enthusiastic, curious, passionate and very hard working
- Believes in positive working relationships with others and supportive towards team to reach common goals
- Minimized ingredient waste and organized food sharing events
Front Desk Receptionist
Serenity
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
- Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
- Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
- Delivered outstanding first impressions by warmly greeting visitors upon arrival at the front desk.
- Managed high-volume phone calls, directing inquiries to appropriate personnel for prompt resolution.
Operations Manager
Maska Bakery
06.2024 - 11.2024
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Maharashtra State Board
Mumbai05-2010
Bachelors of Commerce - Economics
Mithibai College, Mumbai University
Mumbai03-2013
Diplome De Patisserie - Pastry
Le Cordon Bleu
London, United Kingdom12-2015
Master of Applied Hospitality Management - Hospitality And Tourism Management
Le Cordon Bleu
Melbourne, VIC12-2026
Skills
- Quick Learner
- Hardworking
- Pastry techniques
- Front office management
- Operations management
- Microsoft Excel
- Listening skills
- Customer relationship management
- Problem-solving skills
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised varying teams of three-eight staff members.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Managed sales and finances.
- Dealt with customer feedback and grievances.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Operations Manager
Maska Bakery
06.2024 - 11.2024
Front Desk Receptionist
Serenity
08.2020 - 12.2021
Pastry Chef
Self Employed, It's Freshly Baked
12.2016 - 11.2024
Commis Chef
La Folie
04.2016 - 09.2016
High School Diploma -
Maharashtra State Board
Bachelors of Commerce - Economics
Mithibai College, Mumbai University
Diplome De Patisserie - Pastry
Le Cordon Bleu
Master of Applied Hospitality Management - Hospitality And Tourism Management
Le Cordon Bleu
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