Yogesh Kumar
Bakery & Pastry Chef
Summary
Focused on bringing high quality to each plate while maintaining staff focus. Looking to bring my professional career as a Pastry chef to a new level by experimenting with new menus, improving kitchen management, and enhancing food and product presentation. History of keeping costs under control and meeting demanding business objectives while attracting customers with tasty, beautiful dessert creations. Bringing 8 years' experience in culinary environments.Skilled Baker with exceptional knowledge of baking times, methods, temperatures, and flavors. Well-versed in proper function and maintenance of bakery utensils and equipment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Pastry Chef
FRENCH BITE PATISSERIE
New Delhi, DL
08.2022 - Current
- Managed in-store, pick-up orders and catering needs.
- Oversaw purchasing, storage, and use of kitchen supplies.
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
- Personalized creations for holidays, weddings, graduations, and personal events.
- Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
- Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to obtain quality recipe ingredients while adhering to company budgets.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Produced allergy-friendly gluten-, dairy- and egg-free variations of classic recipes.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to guarantee timely delivery of all pastries, cakes and desserts.
- Monitored temperatures of ovens, proof boxes and other equipment.
Pastry Chef
THE STUDIO GOURMET DREAMS BY SUNANDA
New Delhi, DL
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Oversaw purchasing, storage, and use of kitchen supplies.
- Managed in-store, pick-up orders and catering needs.
- Prepared frostings and other toppings for cakes and pastries.
- Determined baking times for various items.
- Monitored temperatures of ovens, proof boxes and other equipment.
- Decorated cakes, cupcakes and other pastries according to customer requests.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
Pastry Chef
BROWNYUMM
Gurgaon, HR
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Managed in-store, pick-up orders and catering needs.
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Developed and implemented cost-saving strategies for production of cakes, pastries and desserts.
- Produced allergy-friendly gluten-, dairy- and egg-free variations of classic recipes.
- Created unique daily specials to drive business growth.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to guarantee timely delivery of all pastries, cakes and desserts.
Pastry Cook Assistant
LA MIA
New Delhi, DL
06.2018 - 01.2021
- Cut and shaped dough for pies, rolls and other pastries.
- Trained new employees on bakery methods and procedures.
- Operated ovens and bakery equipment to prepare products according to recipes.
- Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
- Packaged finished products for sale.
- Prepared frostings and other toppings for cakes and pastries.
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
Bakery Chef
THE SUGAR CUBE
New Delhi, DL
07.2017 - 12.2017
- Resolved customer concerns with positive approach and constructive strategies.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks and maintain smooth running of bakery.
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Assisted in planning and running promotional events and campaigns.
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
Bakery Assistant
CRAVITY CAFE
New Delhi, DL
07.2016 - 06.2017
- Provided superior customer service to promote guest satisfaction, brand loyalty, and consistent revenue.
- Monitored counter and display inventory by replacing stock and requesting new products from kitchen to keep areas well-stocked for maximum sales.
- Packaged customer purchases with care and strong organizational skills to facilitate easy carrying and prevent product shifting.
- Decorated baked goods and designed visually appealing displays of finished products.
- Operated commercial kitchen equipment and tools.
- Decorated and merchandised quality bakery goods to build business reputation and revenue base.
- Used utensils and equipment to portion, wrap and display bakery items.
Commis Chef
AMERICANA KITCHEN+BAR
Greater Noida, UP
01.2015 - 06.2016
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Ordered new ingredients and supplies to meet expected needs.
- Worked with chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.
- Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
Industrial Trainee
SAROVAR PORTICO HOTEL
Faridabad, HR
07.2014 - 12.2014
- Repaired, cleaned and maintained equipment.
- Studied functional relationships between diverse operations to assess impact of different decisions and protocols.
- Worked closely with industrial professionals to expand upon acquired training with practical knowledge.
- Updated internal data systems to aid senior managers in effective decision-making.
- Supported team in industrial work completion, gaining experience in cross-functional positions and processes.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - ARTS
CENTRAL BOARD OF SECONDARY EDUCATION
New Delhi, DL 05.2012 - 05.2013
DIPLOMA IN BAKERY & CONFECTIONERY - BAKERY & PASTRY CHEF
INSTITUTE OF HOTEL MANAGEMENT
New Delhi, DL 05.2013 - 12.2014
Skills
Recipe development
Desserts knowledge
Pastry preparation
Catering expertise
Gluten-free baking
Recipe creation and conversion
Cake decorating
Whole-grain baking
French baking techniques
Management
Employee training
Planning and Coordination
Timeline
Pastry Chef
FRENCH BITE PATISSERIE
08.2022 - Current
Pastry Chef
THE STUDIO GOURMET DREAMS BY SUNANDA
02.2022 - 07.2022
Pastry Chef
BROWNYUMM
02.2021 - 01.2022
Pastry Cook Assistant
LA MIA
06.2018 - 01.2021
Bakery Chef
THE SUGAR CUBE
07.2017 - 12.2017
Bakery Assistant
CRAVITY CAFE
07.2016 - 06.2017
Commis Chef
AMERICANA KITCHEN+BAR
01.2015 - 06.2016
Industrial Trainee
SAROVAR PORTICO HOTEL
07.2014 - 12.2014
DIPLOMA IN BAKERY & CONFECTIONERY - BAKERY & PASTRY CHEF
INSTITUTE OF HOTEL MANAGEMENT
05.2013 - 12.2014
Certificate of Higher Education - ARTS
CENTRAL BOARD OF SECONDARY EDUCATION
05.2012 - 05.2013