Ayushi Jessie Phillips
Chocolatier
27 Chandler Drive ,South Windsor,Connecticut
Summary
Worked and trained under innovative Chocolatier adept at blending chocolate and using decorating materials to create eye-catching confectionery pieces. Gained knowledge of decorating tools such. Exceptional work experience gained in Hand crafted chocolate blending, preparations and manufacturing.
Adept at handling all aspects of kitchen opening and closing procedures. Reliable food production team member with solid skills in producing products based on exact recipes and procedures. Knowledgeable about blending and mixing raw materials and producing high-quality products with optimal characteristics. Offering attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities and superior work ethic developed over the years of training and working in Michelin Star restaurants.
Motivated to hard work and bringing strong understanding of food safety and equipment oversight into daily work. Special skill leveraging and team spirit, working with attitude towards improving organizational skills always.
To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Enthusiastic Chocolatier eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Having clear understanding of tasks for manufacturing. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the chocolate industry .
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Chocolate Maker
Kreuther Handcrafted Chocolate
Manhattan, New York
11.2021 - Current
- Made confections by hand and ordered ingredients from suppliers.
- Brought new variations of chocolate to candy bar.
- Packaged chocolate items for delivery or pickup.
- Made variety of confections out of chocolate on daily basis.
- Created batches of food products with specified flavor, texture, clarity, bouquet and color profiles by following production recipes and procedures.
- Adhered to strict food safety and health practices to prevent such illnesses as E.coli and listeria from contaminating products.
- Cleaned and sterilized factory processing containers and work areas to keep foods safe.
- Chose, inspected, weighed and measured ingredients for each production run.
- Maintained optimal safety levels by cleaning and sterilizing vats and processing equipment between every batch.
- Cultivated positive work setting for all employees by actively listening and communicating with team members focused on common goals.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized to promote safety, productivity and team success.
Student Tour Guide
Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, New York
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Answered questions, pointed out important features, and offered further details about special exhibits to educate visitors.
- Entertained tour guests with various props and signs for maximum engagement, fun, and lasting memories.
- Drew attention to cracked sidewalks, bad lighting and steps to keep customers safe on tours.
- Guided groups of up to 20+ people on tours of culinary institute.
- Trained apprentice guides to educate on information to present to touring guests
Pastry Cook
Nomad Hotel
Manhattan, New York
09.2018 - 07.2019
- Prepared wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies and tarts by following traditional and modern recipes.
- Decorated pastries with different icings and toppings, using spatulas, scrapers and piping bags.
- Scaled out and mixed ingredients according to recipes and procedures.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production areas.
- Oversaw pastry coolers and storage areas to monitor ingredient and supply inventory levels.
- Utilized pastry blenders, wire whisks and sifters to combine measured ingredients into bowls.
- Researched new dessert concepts and performed recipe analysis to increase overall sales.
- Created specialty menus and portfolios to showcase custom designed cakes and desserts, boosting overall sales [Number]%.
- Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
- Managed inventory, labor, expenses and other operational processes.
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste and presentation.
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
- Iced and airbrushed cakes and other pastries for customized orders.
- Mixed, proofed, shaped and baked dough for baguettes, bagels and other breads.
Pastry Intern
Apple Pie , Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, New York
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Oversaw pastry coolers
- Decorated pastries with different icings and toppings, using spatulas, scrapers and piping bags.
- Oversaw and assisted in purchasing bakery items to customers
Pastry Intern
Le Bernardin
Manhattan, New York
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Oversaw pastry coolers and storage areas to monitor ingredient and supply inventory levels.
- Utilized pastry blenders, wire whisks and sifters to combine measured ingredients into bowls.
- Aligned seasonal plans with ingredient availability and key area events for optimal promotions.
- Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
- Scaled out and mixed ingredients according to recipes and procedures.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces to avoid cross-contamination.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production areas.
- Used [Type] and [Type] knives to slice, chop and dice ingredients into uniform sizes.
- Managed in-store, pick-up orders and catering needs.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Bakery Associate
Le Meridien Al Aqah
Al Aqah, Fujairah , UAE
09.2015 - 03.2016
- Mixed dough, scaled breads and cakes, fried doughnuts and performed baking duties.
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste and presentation.
- Decorated and merchandised quality bakery goods to build business reputation and revenue base.
- Provided superior customer service to promote guest satisfaction, brand loyalty and consistent revenue.
- Helped customers locate ideal menu items by listening to needs and recommending specific products or services.
- Monitored counter and display inventory by replacing stock and requesting new products from kitchen to keep areas well-stocked for maximum sales.
- Assisted bakers with procuring necessary ingredients from inventory area during high-volume periods with demanding order levels.
- Offered immediate assistance and menu advice to guests, documented orders and conveyed special requests to baker and assistants.
- Packaged customer purchases with care and strong organizational skills to facilitate easy carrying and prevent product shifting.
- Arranged bakery displays to showcase baked goods, cakes and pies to drive product sales.
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
- Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
Bakery Assistant
ITC Maurya
New Delhi, New Delhi , India
04.2014 - 08.2014
- Followed production chart to keep hot, fresh products available daily.
- Washed dishes and sanitized prep area at end of each shift.
- Provided superior customer service to promote guest satisfaction, brand loyalty and consistent revenue.
- Helped customers locate ideal menu items by listening to needs and recommending specific products or services.
- Mixed dough, scaled breads and cakes, fried doughnuts and performed baking duties.
- Arranged bakery displays to showcase baked goods, cakes and pies to drive product sales.
- Assisted bakers with procuring necessary ingredients from inventory area during high-volume periods with demanding order levels.
- Maintained clean, organized kitchen to maximize efficiency and food safety.
Education
Bachelor of Professional Studies, Culinary Science - Culinary Science
Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park , New York 04.2019 - 06.2021
Associate of Arts - AOS Baking And Pastry Arts
Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park , NY 10.2016 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Elective English , French
Jesus And Mary College
New Delhi , India 05.2012 - 05.2015
High School Diploma -
St Joseph's Academy
Dehradun , India 05.2011 - 06.2012
Skills
Knowledge of baking techniques
Kitchen set up
Packaging
Chocolate blending
Food safety standards knowledge
Confectionary product decorating
High-volume production capability
Good Manufacturing Practices
Food quality procedures
Component blending and weighing
Batch adjustment
Sanitation activities
Organization and Time Management
Critical Thinking
Additional Information
Volunteer Experience:
United Way Fresh fruit & Produce June 2020-July 2020 ,
distribution for low income families
Nashua, NH
Took Part in Live Jam - Bringing communities together 2015 New Delhi , India
Mother tongue - Hindi , Fluent - English
My high school education and Bachelor of Arts was completed in India. Medium of study was English even though my native language is Hindi. I cleared my TOEFL test with a score of 96% in the year 2016 for further training / studies in the US and completed my Culinary Science ( BPS ) from Culinary Institute of America in June 2021. So English was an asset for me more than my mother tongue Hindi.
Timeline
Chocolate Maker
Kreuther Handcrafted Chocolate
11.2021 - Current
Student Tour Guide
Culinary Institute of America
09.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Professional Studies, Culinary Science - Culinary Science
Culinary Institute of America
04.2019 - 06.2021
Pastry Cook
Nomad Hotel
09.2018 - 07.2019
Pastry Intern
Apple Pie , Culinary Institute of America
01.2018 - 05.2018
Pastry Intern
Le Bernardin
09.2017 - 12.2017
Associate of Arts - AOS Baking And Pastry Arts
Culinary Institute of America
10.2016 - 06.2018
Bakery Associate
Le Meridien Al Aqah
09.2015 - 03.2016
Bakery Assistant
ITC Maurya
04.2014 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Elective English , French
Jesus And Mary College
05.2012 - 05.2015
High School Diploma -
St Joseph's Academy
05.2011 - 06.2012