Bakery and Pastry Baker

David Ndiritu Wagura

Experienced Culinary Professional

CAREER OBJECTIVES

Passionate and skilled Baker with extensive experience in baking and culinary operations, specializing in creating artisanal breads, pastries, and desserts. Dedicated to maintaining high standards of quality, presentation, and taste while ensuring a seamless kitchen environment. Seeking to leverage my creativity, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence in a dynamic bakery or culinary establishment that values innovation, customer satisfaction, and teamwork.

WORK EXPERIENCE

The Panari Hotel Nairobi (2023-date)

Assistant Head Baker

Assisting the head baker in preparing and baking a variety of bread, pastries, and other baked goods.

Overseeing the daily operations of the bakery section and ensuring quality standards are being maintained.

Mixing, kneading, and shaping dough to create

consistent and high-quality products.

Supervising and training junior bakers and kitchen staff to maintain efficiency and consistency.

Khetias Supermarket (2018-2023)

Head Baker

Led the baking team in daily production of bread, pastries, and other baked goods.

Developed and implemented new recipes to expand the product range and attract customers.

Ensured all bakery items met quality standards and complied with food safety regulations.

SKILLS

Dough Preparation

Pastry Making

Bread Baking

Cake Decorating

Flavor Profiling

Recipe Development

Quality Control

EDUCATION

Munyange Secondary School

Kenya Certificate of Secondary

Education (1990-1999)

Gaturuturu Primary School

Kenya Certificate of Primary

Education (1981-1989)

TRAINING

Culinary Arts Diploma

Advanced Knife Techniques

Food Safety Certification

Menu Design Workshop

Pastry Arts Training

Advanced Cooking Methods

Nutritional Cooking Classes

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BakeKing Solutions (2018)

Head Baker

Trained and mentored junior bakers and staff on baking techniques and safety protocols.

Collaborated with the bakery management to plan

promotions and seasonal offerings.

Branch of Bbrood Netherlands (2015-2018)

Production Manager

Oversaw daily bakery production operations to ensure quality and efficiency.

Managed a team of bakers, pastry chefs, and support staff, providing training and guidance.

NAS Group of Companies (2001-2015)

Senior Head Baker

Led and managed the daily operations of the bakery, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality production.

Developed and implemented new recipes, menus, and seasonal specialties to enhance product offerings. Unit Supervisor

Oversaw daily bakery operations, ensuring smooth and efficient workflow.

Managed a team of bakers and support staff, providing training and guidance.

Fairmont Mount Kenya (1997-2001)

Baker

Prepared and baked a variety of bread, pastries, and desserts according to recipes and customer orders.

Measured and mixed ingredients to create doughs, batters, and fillings for different baked goods.

Operated and maintained bakery equipment such as mixers, ovens, and proofers to ensure optimal

performance.

ACHIEVEMENTS

Developed and implemented a

new menu that increased

restaurant sales by 20%.

Won first place in a regional

cooking competition for

innovative dishes.

Trained and mentored a team of

junior chefs, leading to a 30%

improvement in kitchen

efficiency.

Successfully launched a line of

signature pastries that became a

top seller.

Received a prestigious award for

excellence in culinary arts from a

well-known culinary

organization.

Enhanced food safety protocols,

resulting in zero health

violations during inspections.

Created and executed a popular

catering service that achieved a

95% client satisfaction rate.

Spearheaded a farm-to-table

initiative that improved

ingredient quality and reduced

costs by 15%.

LANGUAGES

English (Fluent)

Swahili (Fluent)

REFEREES

Available on request

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