Emily Straka
232 Central Road, New Lenox
Summary
Dynamic baker with a proven track record at Do-rite Donuts & Coffee, enhancing production efficiency and customer satisfaction through attention to detail and effective time management. Skilled in pastry preparation and food safety, I consistently deliver high-quality baked goods while helping create a collaborative team environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Baker
Do-rite Donuts & Coffee
Tinley Park, IL
12.2021 - Current
- Monitored ovens and equipment for optimal performance, troubleshooting issues promptly.
- Trained new staff on baking techniques, safety protocols, and kitchen operations.
- Implemented efficient workflows to streamline production processes during peak hours.
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to sanitation guidelines and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large orders for special events, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction.
- Reduced waste and increased efficiency by accurately measuring ingredients and closely monitoring baking processes.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently producing high-quality baked goods and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
Baker
Donut Den
Joliet, IL
10.2024 - 01.2026
- Prepared and baked a variety of bread, pastries, and desserts to meet customer demand.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of baking area, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking ingredient usage and restocking supplies as needed.
- Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks and maintain smooth running of bakery.
Baker
Sugar Shack Cookie Co
New Lenox, IL
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Collaborated with team members to develop new recipes and enhance product offerings.
- Ensured consistent quality of baked goods through regular taste tests and quality checks.
- Ensured product freshness by implementing proper storage techniques and regularly rotating stock.
- Managed customer service operations, including taking orders and resolving complaints.
- Provided excellent customer service, answering questions about products and offering personalized recommendations based on individual preferences.
- Increased production efficiency through effective time management and multitasking during busy periods.
- Assisted in inventory management, helping maintain appropriate stock levels for essential ingredients and supplies.
- Maintained accurate inventory of baking supplies and ingredients.
- Frosted and iced cakes, cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, sweet rolls, and coffee cakes.
- Adjusted recipes based on available ingredients or dietary restrictions,
- Created appealing displays to showcase products in bakery.
- Managed inventory for cost-effectiveness, ensuring no shortage of ingredients and minimizing waste.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in baking area, meeting health and safety standards.
- Developed new recipes to expand bakery's offerings and attract new customers.
- Operated ovens and bakery equipment to prepare products according to recipes.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
- Prepared dough for variety of pastries, cakes and breads.
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
- Packaged finished products for sale.
- Decorated cakes, cupcakes and other pastries according to customer requests.
Baker
Jewels Osco
Frankfort, IL
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Prepared and baked a variety of bread, pastries, and desserts to meet customer demand.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of baking area, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking ingredient usage and restocking supplies as needed.
- Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks and maintain smooth running of bakery.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lincoln-way East
Frankfort, IL05.2018
Skills
- Team player
- Active listener
- Food safety and sanitation
- Attention to detail
- Adaptive and creative
- Time management
- Pastry preparation
Certification
Food Handlers
Timeline
Baker
Donut Den
10.2024 - 01.2026
Baker
Sugar Shack Cookie Co
08.2023 - 10.2024
Baker
Do-rite Donuts & Coffee
12.2021 - Current
Baker
Jewels Osco
04.2021 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
Lincoln-way East