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Afreen Samnani

Toronto,ON

Summary

Adept Pastry Chef/Bakery Assistant with a proven track record at Zinque Patisserie, where I enhanced customer satisfaction and mentored junior staff, showcasing expert pastry techniques and exceptional team cooperation. Mastered the art of pastry decoration and vegan pastry creation, significantly contributing to smooth operations and peak performance during high-volume periods.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Pastry Chef /Bakery Assistant

Zinque Patisserie
01.2022 - 08.2024
  • Developed cross-functional relationships with other departments, ensuring smooth operations and timely completion of tasks during special events or peak business hours.
  • Maintained a clean and organized kitchen workspace, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
  • Prepared dough for variety of pastries, cakes and breads.
  • Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by creating visually appealing and delicious pastries.
  • Managed in-store, pick-up orders and catering needs.
  • Oversaw purchasing, storage, and use of kitchen supplies.
  • Mentored junior staff members in pastry techniques, fostering a supportive work environment and increasing their skillsets.
  • Trained new employees on bakery methods and procedures.
  • Managed time effectively by prioritizing tasks based on urgency during busy periods or shift changes.
  • Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
  • Prepared dough for variety of pastries, cakes and breads.
  • Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.

Education

Baking And Pastry Arts Mgt (H113) -

George Brown College
Toronto, ON
09.2024

UK Certified Diploma in Patisserie -

Palate Academy
Mumbai,india
12.2021

Skills

  • Ingredient Knowledge
  • Glazing and Icing application
  • Vegan pastry
  • Dough Preparation and Baking
  • Team Cooperation
  • Cake and Pastry Decoration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Customer Service

Inventory Maintenance

Order Taking

Team Training

Inventory Maintenance

Order Taking

Team Training

Timeline

Pastry Chef /Bakery Assistant

Zinque Patisserie
01.2022 - 08.2024

Baking And Pastry Arts Mgt (H113) -

George Brown College

UK Certified Diploma in Patisserie -

Palate Academy
Afreen Samnani