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Alexandria Salazar

Northridge

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Disneyland Resort, excelling in equipment operation and food safety compliance. Proven leader skilled in batch preparation and sanitation practices, fostering team collaboration to achieve high-quality production. Recognized for training staff and enhancing operational efficiency in fast-paced environments.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Candy Maker

Disneyland Resort
Anaheim
03.2025 - Current
  • Operated and maintained equipment used to make candy including tempering machines, molds, enrobers, cooling tables and wrapping machines.
  • Ensured compliance with all food safety regulations when making candy products.
  • Maintained cleanliness in the production area to ensure a sanitary working environment.
  • Created batches of handmade candies, such as toffee, caramels, and chocolate dipped items
  • Prepared and built food items according to standardized recipes and directions.

B.O.H Lead

Porto's Bakery And Cafe
Northridge
09.2023 - Current
  • Ensured all health and safety regulations were strictly adhered to in the kitchen.
  • Ensured all cakes, Individual pastries were prepared according to established standards.
  • Supervised daily operations of decorating department staff, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and effectively.
  • Facilitated communication between bakery staff members and other departments within the store.
  • Organized and delegated tasks to ensure efficient production of baked goods.
  • Supervised and trained new employees on proper baking techniques and safety regulations.
  • Decorated cakes and pastries, baked breads, tarts, and pies, and created specialty desserts.

Shift Supervisor

Starbucks
Northridge
01.2022 - 10.2023
  • Responded promptly to customer inquiries or complaints in a professional manner.
  • Performed cash handling duties such as counting money, balancing registers, and preparing bank deposits.
  • Resolved conflicts between staff members in a timely manner.
  • Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
  • Conducted weekly inventory of supplies, equipment, and food items.
  • Communicated clearly with employees regarding job duties, expectations, and policies.

Education

Associate of Arts - Baking And Pastry Arts

The Art Institutes
Los Angeles, CA
06-2018

High School Diploma -

Birmingham Community Charter High School
Lake Balboa, CA
06-2016

Skills

  • Equipment operation
  • Food safety compliance
  • Batch preparation techniques
  • Recipe adherence standards
  • Sanitation practices
  • Team leadership

Certification

  • Food Handlers Certificate

Timeline

Candy Maker

Disneyland Resort
03.2025 - Current

B.O.H Lead

Porto's Bakery And Cafe
09.2023 - Current

Shift Supervisor

Starbucks
01.2022 - 10.2023

Associate of Arts - Baking And Pastry Arts

The Art Institutes

High School Diploma -

Birmingham Community Charter High School
Alexandria Salazar