Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Affiliations
References
Timeline
Elina Pawar

Elina Pawar

Pastry Chef & Baker
Pune,MH

Summary

Creative and technically skilled pastry chef with a diploma in Baking Science and Pastry Arts, and hands-on experience in high-volume kitchens. Known for combining flavor precision with artistic presentation, I’ve contributed to premium dessert menus, trained under renowned chefs, and thrived in dynamic culinary teams. Passionate about delivering memorable guest experiences through thoughtful, beautifully crafted pastries.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Baker & Pastry Chef

Miss Soufflé Dessert Studio (Founder)
Pune
01.2021 - 02.2023
  • Executed premium menu of artisanal desserts, entremets, and custom cakes utilizing professional pastry techniques.
  • Managed comprehensive operations encompassing production, inventory, quality control, and client communication.
  • Developed signature recipes and seasonal menus tailored to dietary requirements such as eggless, gluten-free, and low-sugar options.

Assistant Pastry Chef

Byg Brewski Brewing Company
Bengaluru
03.2019 - 03.2020
  • Assisted in the preparation, plating, and execution of daily pastry and dessert orders in a high-volume kitchen.
  • Ensured quality control, hygiene standards, and consistency in all baked goods, and plated desserts.
  • Supported inventory management, mise en place, and staff coordination during service hours.
  • Collaborated on the conceptualization and development of an exclusive dessert menu for the launch of Gylt, the brand’s upscale cocktail bar.
  • Contributed to seasonal menu planning, flavor testing, and kitchen organization to meet brand standards.

Chef Trainee

Academy of Pastry & Culinary Arts (APCA)
Bengaluru
11.2018 - 03.2019
  • Interned under internationally trained head pastry chefs as part of advanced training following the completion of Diploma
  • Gained hands-on experience in APCA Cafe, refined techniques in viennoiserie, plated desserts, entremets, and chocolate work.
  • Assisted with mise en place, kitchen hygiene, and preparation for demonstrations and practical sessions.
  • Supported the training of incoming batches by guiding students through foundational pastry techniques and recipe execution.
  • Assisted executive pastry chefs with preparation and training for the Asian Pastry Cup, the Junior India Pastry Cup, and the World Pastry Cup competitions.

Assistant Floor Manager

Burger Factory
Goa
01.2017 - 12.2017
  • Boosted sales through effective inventory management and staff management.
  • Supervised daily operations, KOTs, and maintained service quality.
  • Handled cash flow, POS systems, and staff scheduling.
  • Managed social media and resolved customer complaints.
  • Created performance dashboards to monitor consistency and growth.

Junior Project Manager

StyleCracker
Mumbai
05.2015 - 11.2016
  • Managed cross-functional project timelines and deliverables
  • Oversaw client relationships and team performance
  • Executed ATL/BTL marketing activations and social media content
  • Recruited and trained project staff, coordinated interdepartmental tasks

Fashion Consultant (Visual Merchandiser)

Reliance Brands Ltd. (DIESEL)
Pune
05.2013 - 07.2014
  • Achieved monthly sales targets through upselling and customer service
  • Applied brand management and visual merchandising strategies
  • Coordinated store layouts and displays with global visual guidelines
  • Maintained records, reports, and enhanced SAP & MS Office skills

Education

Diploma - Baking Science & Pastry Arts

Academy of Pastry & Culinary Arts (APCA), Bengaluru, IN
11-2018

Diploma - Apparel Design & Development

National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Mumbai, IN
03-2015

BBA - Marketing

International School of Business & Media (ISB&M), Pune, IN
01-2014

ICSE - Commerce

St. Mary's Junior College, Pune, IN
01-2011

Skills

  • Pastry technique and plating
  • Recipe and menu development
  • Time and inventory management
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Excellent communication
  • Culinary creativity
  • Food safety and HACCP
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Languages

Bengali
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Marathi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

Affiliations

  • Journaling and digital planning
  • Graphic design & digital branding
  • DIY Projects (Resin, Fluid, Mixed Media Art)
  • Yoga and dance fitness
  • Puzzle solving (crosswords, jigsaw, sudoku)
  • Reading (non-fiction)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Baker & Pastry Chef - Miss Soufflé Dessert Studio (Founder)
01.2021 - 02.2023
Assistant Pastry Chef - Byg Brewski Brewing Company
03.2019 - 03.2020
Chef Trainee - Academy of Pastry & Culinary Arts (APCA)
11.2018 - 03.2019
Assistant Floor Manager - Burger Factory
01.2017 - 12.2017
Junior Project Manager - StyleCracker
05.2015 - 11.2016
Fashion Consultant (Visual Merchandiser) - Reliance Brands Ltd. (DIESEL)
05.2013 - 07.2014
Academy of Pastry & Culinary Arts (APCA) - Diploma, Baking Science & Pastry Arts
National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) - Diploma, Apparel Design & Development
International School of Business & Media (ISB&M) - BBA, Marketing
St. Mary's Junior College - ICSE, Commerce

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