Mustak Ali ******.*****@*******.***
***** ** *** ****** ** 604-***-****
Pastry chef with over 20 years of solid experience in producing specialty Cakes and Pastries. Creative and passionate pastry chef with a flair for creating custom desserts. Remarkable knowledge in the preparation of an extensive assortment of European and American cakes, pastries, tarts, cupcakes, pies, and other specialties.
Summary of Qualifications
Working towards becoming Red Seal
Crafted a variety of desserts and promoted sales through quality service with effective product displays and product knowledge
Organized; follow established procedures and policy; pay attention to detail and accuracy
Superior ability to multitask in a fast-paced dynamic environment
Quick learner; adaptable and flexible; able to make decisions under pressure
Able to troubleshoot and resolve disputes; strong prioritization, delegation and planning skills
Goal-oriented team player; work well independently with little supervision
Culturally sensitive; ability to collaborate with people at all levels of an organization
Punctual, reliable, self-motivated, able to take initiative
Multilingual in English, Hindi and Urdu
Professional Experience
Pastry Chef 2018 - Present
Creative Bakers Vancouver BC
Prepare and present specialty desserts including cakes, pies, tarts, and more
Plan, prepare, coordinate and direct instructions for desserts for production operations
Monitor baking, mixing and finishing of cakes, pastries and a full range of bakery products
Supervise and examine all deliveries for freshness and quality service
Maintain all sanitation techniques and practices and adhere to health and safety standards
Complete daily and weekly customer invoicing, order products from various vendors
Pastry Chef 1998 - 2018
Cake Works, Surrey BC
Managed staff of 5 people and provided trainings as well as assisted in hiring new staff
Assist in determining how dessert should be presented and created creative ideas
Maintained and inspected cleanliness of work stations, rectify deficiencies and adhere to health and safety standards and practices
Prepare and cook various specialty desserts and created new recipes
Mustak Ali ******.*****@*******.***
14112 61 Ave Surrey BC 604-***-****
Professional Experience continued
Chef-De-Partie Pastry 1986 - 1998
Shangri – La- Hotel, Fiji Islands
Worked in a fast paced industry
Won awards and medals in various local culinary fairs
Assist the Head chef in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the production
Contributed ideas for new desserts and work with head chef to further develop
Perform all the tasks to prepare and create various desserts as per the menu
Label and date all desserts and regulates oven temperatures for cooking
Education
Currently preparing to challenge the Red Seal
ITA, Richmond BC
Diploma in Culinary Arts
Culinary Arts Institute, Fiji Island
Pastry Projects