Melantha Quadros
Adelaide,SA
Summary
Creative Head Pastry Chef known for productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in chocolate sculpting, sugar artistry, and menu development which enable innovative dessert creation. Excel in time management, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring seamless kitchen operations and high-quality outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Pastry Chef
Eat Me Patisserie
Adelaide , SA
04.2023 - Current
- Calculated and adjusted baking times and temperatures for different oven types, ensuring consistent results.
- Ordered necessary supplies such as ingredients, tools, and utensils, ensuring they are available when needed.
- Provided guidance on how best to display finished pastries so as to maximize sales potential.
- Inspected equipment and supplies to identify any issues or problems with safety standards.
- Developed special menu items to improve business offerings.
- Improved performance of team members resulting in high-quality meals produced daily.
- Designed and maintained a clean, organized, and efficient pastry kitchen layout.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to improve current products or develop new ones.
Pastry Chef
Boulangerie 113
Adelaide , SA
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Maintained strict adherence to food safety and sanitation standards, passing all inspections.
- Researched and incorporated global pastry trends into the menu, attracting a diverse clientele.
- Planned daily production schedules based on customer orders and sales forecasts.
- Placed dough in pans, molds and sheets and monitored products during baking to adjust temperature.
- Liaised with vendors to purchase optimal recipe ingredients at cost-effective rates.
- Ensured proper storage of products to prevent spoilage or contamination.
Pastry Chef
El Sweetie
07.2020 - 12.2020
- Managed time efficiently to produce high-quality goods within tight deadlines.
- Coordinated supplies, placed orders and managed stock on hand for bakery.
- Maintained strict adherence to food safety and sanitation standards, passing all inspections.
- Collaborated with other chefs in developing new recipes for pastries and desserts.
- Negotiated with vendors to secure high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
- Developed special menu items to improve business offerings.
- Collaborated with the Event Planner to pair desserts with menu items for optimal dining experience.
- Decorated cakes with intricate designs and patterns.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to junior bakery staff members.
- Stocked shelves with freshly-baked goods throughout the day as needed.
- Created custom cakes for weddings, birthdays and other special occasions.
Education
Advanced Diploma In Bakery & Patisserie - Hospitality Administration And Management
Le Cordon Bleu
Adelaide 08-2020
Bachelor in Hospitality Studies - Hospitality And Tourism Management
Sophia Polytechnic
India03-2015
Skills
- Expertise in the provision of high level customer service
- Supply chain management
- Food safety & Quality control
- Proven ability to establish long term working relationships with key customers and suppliers
- Commitment to providing an outstanding level of product quality assurance and customer service
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Cost management
- Employee training
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Allergen awareness
- Creativity and innovation
- Presentation management
- Goal setting
- Lateral thinker with strong work ethic and close attention to detail
- Administration and management
- Problem-solving aptitude
Personal Characteristics
- Ambitious
- Quick learner & willing to learn
- Team player
- Efficient and dedicated
Timeline
Head Pastry Chef
Eat Me Patisserie
04.2023 - Current
Pastry Chef
El Sweetie
07.2020 - 12.2020
Pastry Chef
Boulangerie 113
01.2020 - 03.2021
Advanced Diploma In Bakery & Patisserie - Hospitality Administration And Management
Le Cordon Bleu
Bachelor in Hospitality Studies - Hospitality And Tourism Management
Sophia Polytechnic