Emilia Velasquez Pineda
Lawrenceville
Summary
Accomplished cake decorator and baker with extensive experience at Target, recognized for exceptional team collaboration and customer engagement. Expertise in innovative cake design and advanced baking techniques, consistently producing high-quality products aligned with seasonal trends. Strong commitment to cleanliness and organization, ensuring customer satisfaction through effective problem-solving. Proficient in icing, decorating, packaging, labeling, and pricing bakery items, while maintaining food and product safety standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Cake Decorator
Target
Orlando
12.2024 - Current
- Decorated cakes for weddings, birthdays, and anniversaries using various techniques and tools.
- Collaborated with team to design custom cakes tailored to client specifications.
- Maintained organization and cleanliness of workstations and decorating supplies.
- Communicated with customers to gather preferences and provide tailored recommendations.
- Trained new staff on efficient cake decorating techniques and best practices.
- Adapted designs to reflect seasonal themes and trending styles for customer satisfaction.
- Piped messages and decorative roses onto cakes using pastry bags and tips.
- Created innovative decorations to enhance overall aesthetics of custom cakes.
Baker
Target
Orlando
09.2024 - Current
- Baked a variety of goods, including breads, pastries, and cakes.
- Operated ovens and mixers to achieve consistent baking results.
- Monitored ingredient inventory and restocked supplies to maintain workflow.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of baking area and equipment.
- Followed recipes precisely to ensure product quality and taste.
- Trained new bakers on techniques and safety practices.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production deadlines effectively.
- Adhered to food safety guidelines during food preparation.
Cashier
Target
Orlando
09.2024 - Current
- Processed customer transactions with high accuracy and efficiency.
- Managed cash register operations to ensure cash drawer integrity.
- Trained new cashiers on procedures and customer service standards.
- Handled various payment methods, ensuring swift transaction processing.
- Collected payments and dispensed correct change consistently.
- Welcomed customers and addressed inquiries regarding products and services.
Food Preparation Specialist
Pizza Hut
01.2020 - 11.2021
- Kept workstation and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked.
- Transferred supplies and equipment between storage and work areas to support food preparation.
- Guaranteed customer satisfaction by quickly delivering orders.
- Measured, mixed, and cooked ingredients following directions and nutritional restrictions.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Packaged and stored food products following proper handling and preservation methods.
- Sanitized work surfaces between food preparation, avoiding cross-contamination and maintaining food safety guidelines.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Organized and re-stocked various stations and self-service items.
- Supported kitchen team by being responsive and pitching in to complete tasks.
- Maintained high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Discovery High School
Lawrenceville, GA05.2019
Skills
Team collaboration: experience working effectively in team settings, contributing to group goals
Time management: ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines efficiently
Attention to detail: ensuring accuracy in tasks, and identifying potential errors
Multitasking: capable of handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously
Problem-solving: ability to address customer concerns and find effective solutions
Customer interaction: experience dealing with customers in a professional and friendly manner
Adaptability: flexible in adapting to new tasks, environments, or changes
Work ethic: demonstrates a strong commitment to completing work to the best of one's ability
Languages
4
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Cake Decorator
Target
12.2024 - Current
Baker
Target
09.2024 - Current
Cashier
Target
09.2024 - Current
Food Preparation Specialist
Pizza Hut
01.2020 - 11.2021
High School Diploma -
Discovery High School