MEGAN SNYDER
***** **** ****** ***** • West Palm Beach, FL 33412
ad2yhg@r.postjobfree.com · 561-***-****
Customer-oriented, hard-working professional with 17.5+ years of experience in retail and customer service. A proven knowledge for team building and training staffs. Multi-tasking and motivated leader with a keen attention to getting the job done. Fast learner with experience in multiple areas of the kitchen.
EXPERIENCE
DECEMBER 2020 – PRESENT
PASTRY COOK 1 AND 2, EAU PALM BEACH RESORT AND SPA
Maintained a clean and fully stocked dessert line
Made desserts for the multiple outlets in the resort: Polpo Palm Beach restaurant, Angle restaurant (fine dining), Breeze restaurant, Stir Lounge, In Room Dining, as well as Banquets
Maintained a calm demeanor when multiple dessert tickets presented a stressful situation
Assisted the chef on multiple dessert menu changes and rolling them out
Maintained a professional demeanor when working stations for multiple parties
Certifications include: Food Safety Handler Certificate
JULY 2001 – MAY 2019
CAKE DECORATOR/BAKERY MANAGER, publix supermarkets inc.
Bakery Manager
Trained cake decorators and bakers on daily tasks – improved overall efficiency and productivity
Maintained high level of professionalism in all situations
Completed full inventory counts and checklists on a monthly basis
Communicated with parts department to maintain properly working equipment
Processed a diligent work schedule every week
Made sure all paperwork was done in a timely manner
Was a manager-in-charge: this title included keys to open and close the stores during business and nonbusiness hours
Traveled and opened stores in 3 additional states (North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia)
Performed and written quarterly, semi-yearly, and yearly evaluations to associates accordingly
Certifications include: CPR certified, AED certified, First Aid Responder, and Food Safety Manager certified
Cake Decorator
Performed anywhere from 0-40 customer orders per day
Interacted professionally with customers, department managers, and fellow peers – articulate communication and active listening skills
Closed down kitchen after normal business hours and precisely followed closing checklists for all kitchen stations
Adhered to all safety procedures and protocols when using equipment and moving hazardous chemicals to prevent any mishaps or accidents
Delivered an exceptional level or service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions
Actively followed work space organization and time management skills to be more productive throughout the day
EDUCATION
AUGUST 2000 – MAY 2004
DIPLOMA, general education
John I. Leonard High School, Greenacres, FL
JULY 2019 – OCTOBER 2020
DIPLOMA, PASTRY AND BAKING ARTS
Institute of Culinary Education, New York, NY
SKILLS
Supervisory Experience
Inventory Management and Control
Trained in Icing Techniques
Time Management
Equipment Operation
Manual Pallet Jack Operation
Excellent Customer Service
Problem Solving
Knowledge of Pastries
Service-Oriented
Able to lift up to 50lbs.
Computer Proficiency
Courteous and Professional Demeanor
Food Safety Understanding
Cash Register Operation
Strong Communication Skills
REFERENCES
Kellie Ferrante – Palm Beach County School District
ad2yhg@r.postjobfree.com – Phone# 561-***-****
Shannon Ramos – Publix Supermarkets INC.
Phone# 561-***-****
Kristin Beckowitz – Palm Beach County School District
Phone# 561-***-****