NAVAEH CANTU
Bakersfield
Summary
Motivated professional with a focus in Culinary Arts and Business Administration. Handles food preparation and childcare responsibilities with strong attention to detail and effective time management. Committed to creating safe, engaging environments while ensuring high standards of food safety and customer service.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Babysitter
Kern Sup. Schools
Bakersfield, CA
04.2025 - Current
- Supervised children during activities, ensuring safety and engagement.
- Developed age-appropriate educational and recreational activities to promote learning.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and behavior.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on each child's needs.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Adult, Child and Baby First Aid/CPR/AED
Regional Occupational Center - Roc Cafe
Bakersfield, CA
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Food Handler Certified
- Prepared hot and cold foods using professional culinary techniques, including knife skills, standardized recipes, and proper mise en place.
- Maintained strict food safety and sanitation standards, including safe food handling, allergen awareness, and cleaning/sanitizing procedures.
- Produced stocks, soups, sauces, and a variety of baked goods including breads, pastries, and desserts.
- Operated commercial kitchen equipment and POS systems while following workplace safety protocols.
- Demonstrated hospitality and customer service skills through FOH and BOH communication, teamwork, and guest interaction.
- Applied recipe conversions and portion calculations to support accurate food production and cost control.
- Executed baking techniques such as mixing methods, dough development, scaling, and troubleshooting product issues.
- Prepared meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, grains, and legumes using appropriate cooking methods and safety guidelines.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration & Culinary Arts
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA05-2028
High School Diploma - undefined
Highland High
Bakersfield06-2023
Culinary Arts
Regional Occupational Center
Bakersfield, CA05-2023
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Strong work ethic
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and resilience
Certification
- Adult, Child and Baby First Aid/CPR/AED Certified
- Food Handler Certified
Timeline
Babysitter
Kern Sup. Schools
04.2025 - Current
Regional Occupational Center - Roc Cafe
08.2022 - 05.2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Highland High
Culinary Arts
Regional Occupational Center
Associate of Science - Business Administration & Culinary Arts
Bakersfield College