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productive, quality-oriented executive pastry chef eager to contribute expertise, as well as dynamic management, team-building and interpersonal relation skills toward optimizing operations of a progressive organization.

 

profile

ø  offer extensive experience as an executive pastry chef, with comprehensive management background.

ø  effectively define, develop and implement targeted action plans to maximize operational productivity, efficiency and profitability.

ø  proactive leader who successfully trains/develops, mentors and leads top-performing teams committed to providing superior service.

ø  proven value and dedication as a team member, as demonstrated by longevity and progression throughout career.

ø  exceptional ability to research and evaluate industry trends and products and use findings toward designing and executing innovative strategies.

ø  dynamic communication, presentation, relationship building and problem-solving abilities.

ø  excel at interacting with broad populations including senior management and staff as well as clients and external contractors.

ø  authorized to work in the countries of european union and usa.

 

career achievements

ø  awarded bronze medal in the dessert category in food competitions cnbc table.

ø  integral member of task force to oversee new hire training and menu preparation of 400-room hotel.

ø  successfully launched, developed and established a european bakery business, applying sharp business acumen and culinary talents.

 

professional experience

grand hotel - mackinac island, mi                                                                                        2004-present

executive pastry chef

 

european bakery of pinellas                                                                                                1997-2004

owner/operator

 

career highlights

 

  contribute dynamic leadership skills in managing 12-member team, with full accountability for the effective administration of daily operations and banquet special events.

  strategically plan and coordinate schedules to maximize use of human resources while controlling labor costs and meeting company needs.

  steer cost control and inventory, with strong focus on optimizing productivity, efficiency and quality of services.

  proficiently develop and execute culinary strategies supporting enterprise-wide operations including menu preparation and preparation of show piece displays and plated desserts.

  spearhead diverse administrative activities ranging from staffing, training and performance evaluation to workflow planning, policies/procedures development and customer service relations management.

  relied upon to lend expertise toward actively mentoring new hires, playing a solid role in supporting the development of top-performing team members.

 

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career highlights

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  proactively build and establish key relationships and liaise effectively with senior management, staff, clients and vendors.

  applied sharp business acumen toward defining and implementing policies to boost overall operational performance.

 

prior experience

 

independent chef/consultant, various properties including the players island hotel and casino - lake charles, la
executive pastry chef, grand hotel mackinac island                                                                                               
executive pastry chef, radisson hotels international                                                                                              

executive pastry chef, stouffers hotel - orlando, fl

 

education

associates degree - culinary school (malbork, poland)

 

professional development/training

food manager certification program - state of florida
culinary production and safety training

food preparation & handling training

effective team management courses

professional dessert preparation courses & seminars

 

professional affiliations

teacher - iup pennsylvania culinary institute
member - culinary chefs federation

participant - food competitions cnbc table

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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dear _______________________________:

 

i am currently exploring new opportunities, and am interested in joining your team.  to acquaint you with my qualifications, i m submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

from leading high performance teams and facilitating superior employee development to streamlining operations and executing proactive culinary processes/procedures, i have continually excelled in maximizing performance as an executive pastry chef.  i excel in identifying and resolving inefficiencies, introducing innovative solutions instrumental to boosting performance and strategically utilizing resources to generate optimal results.  as illustrated by my career background, i have continually advanced as an executive pastry chef, assuming increasing levels of responsibility.  among my accomplishments, i was awarded bronze medal in the dessert category in food competitions cnbc table.  also, i was a key member of a task force to oversee new hire training and menu preparation of a 400-room hotel.

 

as a member of your team, i will consistently exhibit a strong commitment to quality and a dedication to playing a large role in achieving and surpassing goals.  i am eager to meet with you to discuss how my qualifications support your current and prospective needs, and welcome the opportunity to interview at your earliest convenience.

 

professional regards,

 

 

 

john pokora