Richard C. Aiston
Ridgeway,SC
Summary
Skilled Baker with exceptional knowledge of baking times, methods, temperatures and flavors. Well-versed in proper function and maintenance of bakery utensils and equipment. Focused professional creates memorable and delicious baked goods. Creates custom desserts that exceed customer specifications. Hardworking individual offers great task prioritization and time management skills.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Pastry Chef
Restaurant 1879 The Atlantic Inn
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Increased bakery sales by introducing seasonal and trending dessert options.
- Streamlined production processes for improved efficiency and reduced waste in kitchen.
- Collaborated with culinary team to develop well-balanced and complementary dessert menus for various events.
- Developed customized wedding cake designs, resulting in increased bookings for special events.
- Improved overall dining experience with creative plated desserts that delighted guests'' senses.
- Established effective communication channels between front-of-house and back-of-house teams, enhancing operational efficiency during peak service hours.
Pastry Demi Chef
Biltmore Estate
10.2018 - 04.2023
- Daily Sanitation and cleaning practices of equipment and work surfaces resulted in consistent 97% grade A health department rating
- Responsible for reducing waste by 30% by evaluating freshness and rotation of bakery items supplied on daily basis to external outlets
- Supervised pastry cooks and externs providing guidance and support in daily operations achieving or exceeding production goals
- Scheduled staff in accordance with staffing guides, budget and forecast
- Requisitioned necessary products and supplies ensuring on-hand quantities were adequate to support all production needs for restaurant and other outlets
- Created innovative desserts and pastries for high volume restaurant overseeing proper preparation, garnishment and presentation
Bakery Assistant
Topps Supermarkets
02.2018 - 08.2018
- Supported bakery manager in serving customers, checking expiration dates and rotating stock to provide quality fresh products in accordance with company standards
- Removed old stock from display and communicated shortages to ensure proper on hand quantities
- Greeted customers and fulfilled cake orders according to specific instructions
Assistant Pastry Chef
Valley Restaurant
06.2017 - 01.2018
- Assisted in development of intricate plated desserts with several components
- Ensured quality standards were met or exceeded in presentation of plated desserts
- Maintained clean and organized work environment
Baker/Cake Decorator
Homestyle Desserts Bakery
05.2016 - 02.2017
- Cut, filled, iced and decorated retail, specialty and wedding cakes in high volume bakery
- Assured consistent quality of bakery products adhering to and following specific recipes
Prep Cook
Round Up Texas BBQ
06.2013 - 02.2015
Munitions Specialist, Staff Sergeant
US Air Force
05.1991 - 04.2004
Education
Serve Safe Certified -
National Restaurant Association
Washington, DC10.2021
Graduated Diploma - Pastry and Baking Arts
Institute of Culinary Education (ICE)
New York, NY04.2016
Skills
- Pastry Preparation
- Special Requests
- Recipe Creation
- Proper Food Handling
- Inventory Rotation
- Consistent Supervision
- Menu Preparation
- Proper Storage Procedures
- Microsoft Office
- Plating
- Health and Safety Compliance
- New Recipe Development
Timeline
Head Pastry Chef
Restaurant 1879 The Atlantic Inn
06.2023 - 10.2023
Pastry Demi Chef
Biltmore Estate
10.2018 - 04.2023
Bakery Assistant
Topps Supermarkets
02.2018 - 08.2018
Assistant Pastry Chef
Valley Restaurant
06.2017 - 01.2018
Baker/Cake Decorator
Homestyle Desserts Bakery
05.2016 - 02.2017
Prep Cook
Round Up Texas BBQ
06.2013 - 02.2015
Munitions Specialist, Staff Sergeant
US Air Force
05.1991 - 04.2004
Serve Safe Certified -
National Restaurant Association
Graduated Diploma - Pastry and Baking Arts
Institute of Culinary Education (ICE)
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