Sarah Lindgren
Savannah,GA
Summary
Accomplished kitchen leader and team motivator, successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Dedicated, innovative, and knowledgeable professional with exacting standards for food quality and presentation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Pastry Chef
Savannah Yacht Club
11.2022 - Current
- Enhanced member satisfaction by starting up pastry program from scratch
- Developed and executed innovative, seasonal dessert menus, resulting in increased sales in a la carte
- Maintained safe and sanitary work environment by adhering to local health department regulations and implementing best practices for food handling within pastry department.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain consistent flavor profiles and presentation standards across all desserts, breads, buffet items, etc..
- Participated in industry conferences or workshops to stay current on new trends, techniques, and ingredients in the world of pastry.
- Established a strong rapport with fellow chefs, kitchen staff and front of house staff, fostering teamwork and open communication to ensure seamless execution of daily operations.
- Assisted in budget planning for the pastry department by forecasting ingredient needs and monitoring expenses closely throughout each fiscal quarter.
Pastry Sous Chef
Myers Park Country Club
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Plated every dish with enticing flair to meet stringent restaurant standards and maintain exceptional business standards, including buffet displays, wine dinners and a la carte service.
- Trained new kitchen staff on procedures and coached performance for up to 5 team members. Established and managed staff schedules and assignments to optimize coverage of peak dining times.
- 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. Oversaw purchasing, storage and use of kitchen supplies.
- Produced allergy-friendly gluten-, dairy- and egg-free variations of classic recipes. Aligned seasonal plans with ingredient availability.
Demi Pastry Chef
Myers Park Country Club
10.2019 - 03.2022
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste and presentation.
- Personalized creations for holidays, weddings, graduations and personal events. Including buffet style as well as plated desserts ranging from 20-800 members.
- Managed customized pick-up orders and catering needs as well as a la carte menus and banquet displays.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately scaling, mixing, dividing, proofing and baking. Mixed, proofed, shaped and baked dough for baguettes, soft rolls, focaccia and other breads.
- Managed inventory, labor, expenses and other operational processes.
- Cleaned and maintained all kitchen equipment.
Line Cook
Myers Park Country Club
10.2017 - 10.2019
- Prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing times to maximize productivity.
- Trained and assisted 6 new kitchen staff members.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator to maintain food safety and sanitation standards.
Line Cook
Mountain Air Country Club
05.2017 - 10.2017
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Enhanced member satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality dishes in timely manner.
- Hot side experience as well as pastry.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Culinary Arts
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Punxsutawney, PA05.2017
Skills
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Dessert Preparation
- Critical Thinking
- Proper Food Handling
- Proper Storage Procedures
- Menu Planning
- Training staff
Certification
- ServSafe Sanitation
Nation Restaurant Association
Expires 05/2025
Relevant Skills: Manager Certification, Ensures standards are met
- First Aid Certification
American Heart Association
Expires 03/2026
Relevant Skills: CPR/AED
- Anti-harassment and Title IX Training
Relevant Skills: Knowledge to identify and address situations in the workplace in the workplace responsibly
- ACF Certified
- Nutrition
Timeline
Executive Pastry Chef
Savannah Yacht Club
11.2022 - Current
Pastry Sous Chef
Myers Park Country Club
03.2022 - 11.2022
Demi Pastry Chef
Myers Park Country Club
10.2019 - 03.2022
Line Cook
Myers Park Country Club
10.2017 - 10.2019
Line Cook
Mountain Air Country Club
05.2017 - 10.2017
Certificate of Completion - Culinary Arts
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
- ServSafe Sanitation
Nation Restaurant Association
Expires 05/2025
Relevant Skills: Manager Certification, Ensures standards are met
- First Aid Certification
American Heart Association
Expires 03/2026
Relevant Skills: CPR/AED
- Anti-harassment and Title IX Training
Relevant Skills: Knowledge to identify and address situations in the workplace in the workplace responsibly
- ACF Certified
- Nutrition
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