KRISTEN LOVAS
Montgomery, Louisiana ***** 318-***-**** ************@*****.***
Creative and resourceful with passion for artistic expression and keen eye for detail. Possesses foundational knowledge in cake design principles and techniques, with skills in frosting application and decorative piping. Committed to creating visually stunning cakes that delight customers and enhance special occasions. Experienced with artistic cake design, ensuring cakes are both aesthetically pleasing and structurally sound. Utilizes expert knowledge in color theory and decorating techniques to create unique designs. Track record of collaborating effectively with team members to achieve high-quality results. Talented Cake Decorator with 14 years of experience in baking industry. Dedicated to creating unique and creative designs. Effective communicator, motivated and innovative. Extensive knowledge of baking techniques and raw materials. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise. Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Baking machinery
• Icing techniques
• Production-driven
• Food production
• Icing preparation
• Knowledge of raw materials
• Adaptive and creative
• Loss minimization
• Employee training
Housekeeper, 10/2024 - 04/2025
Quality Inn – West Monroe
• Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
• Verified cleanliness and organization of storage areas and carts.
• Maintained a spotless environment for guests through diligent daily housekeeping tasks.
• Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
• Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
• Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
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hard-to-reach areas.
• Collaborated with other housekeeping staff to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
• Upheld high standards of sanitation in common areas, contributing to an inviting atmosphere for guests.
• Enhanced guest satisfaction by ensuring thorough cleaning and timely room turnovers.
• Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition. Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
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• Prioritized guest comfort through attentive service, responding swiftly to special requests or concerns.
• Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup. Ensured all rooms met hotel cleanliness standards by conducting regular inspections and addressing any issues promptly.
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• Adhered to professional house cleaning checklist.
• Coordinated with the front desk to prioritize room assignments based on guest arrivals and departures.
• Streamlined laundry operations, sorting and treating items according to fabric care specifications.
• Improved room readiness efficiency with thorough inspection and timely reporting of maintenance issues. Cook, 09/2024 - 04/2025
Sonics Drive In – West Monroe
• Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
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Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
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Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
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• Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
• Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
• Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
• Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes. Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
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• Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
• Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity. Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
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• Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
• Developed and maintained clean and organized kitchen workspace, setting standard for team.
• Trained new kitchen staff, ensuring they met restaurant's high standards. Ensured compliance with all food safety regulations, maintaining record of excellence in health inspections.
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• Managed time effectively to ensure timely meal preparation, even during peak hours.
• Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
• Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
• Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
• Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
• Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced environment.
• Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary. Cake Decorator, 08/2022 - 10/2023
Super 1 Foods – Pineville
• Prepared special creams and frostings for cakes and other dessert specialties.
• Verified accuracy of orders while meeting strict deadlines on producing completed products.
• Decorated multiple pastries and cakes using colorful icings and piping techniques.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by designing and executing visually appealing customized cake orders. Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, adhering to strict food safety guidelines and ensuring overall quality control.
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• Increased repeat business by consistently delivering cakes that exceeded customer expectations. Assisted customers with selecting suitable cake designs based on their preferences, demonstrating excellent listening skills and attention to detail.
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• Packaged and priced each product according to company pricing procedures.
• Improved customer experience by providing consultations on cake design options. Maintained sanitary food prep station by following established safety procedures and sanitizing instructions.
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• Streamlined cake decoration process, reducing preparation time without compromising quality.
• Disposed of damaged and expired goods to uphold safety standards and provide fresh products.
• Designed specialty cakes for weddings, birthdays, and graduations. Consistently met customer expectations through clear communication regarding design specifications and delivery timelines.
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• Handled phone calls regarding inquiries, cancelled orders, and ordering conflicts.
• Trained junior decorators in advanced icing techniques, elevating overall quality of bakery's offerings.
• Created custom cake decorations for various events, leading to high client satisfaction.
• Contributed to positive working environment by offering support and guidance to new team members.
• Enhanced visual appeal of baked goods by applying intricate icing designs. Adapted quickly to new tools or technology used in cake decoration processes, staying current with industry advancements and trends.
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• Precisely arranged display cases throughout workday to highlight finished products. Achieved high levels of precision while working with delicate materials such as sugar flowers or edible images.
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• Maintained clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
• Improved bakery sales by creating innovative cake designs for holidays and special events.
• Ensured all decorated cakes met bakery's high standards for both appearance and taste.
• Used variety of baking and decorating tools such as mixers, carving tools, and confectionery products.
• Developed portfolio of cake designs, offering clients wide range of customization options. Achieved consistent results in producing intricate designs under tight deadlines, showcasing strong time management skills.
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• Executed detailed and themed cake decorations to match specific needs of each event. Trained and supervised part-time cake decorators to apply proper decorating techniques in creating edible icing, flowers and figurines.
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• Kept work area safe and sanitized by washing utensils, tools, and countertops.
• Kept up with trends in cake design, incorporating modern styles into bakery's offerings.
• Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients.
• Prepared frostings and other toppings for cakes and pastries.
• Replenished bakery items in display cases.
• Decorated cakes, cupcakes and other pastries according to customer requests.
• Packaged finished products for sale.
Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
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GED: Major, 04/2025
Ouachita - Monroe
• Continuing education in math, reading, language arts, social studies, and science There are skills grom previous jobs not listed. I have 15 years Retail Management experience, Food Service Management, and Gaming Management.
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