Create and execute a local, seasonal dessert menu, in addition to multiple breads. Prepare and decorate cakes and dessert items for catering events. Responsible for all pastry and bread production for the restaurant. Work closely with Executive Chef James Rigato, Top Chef Season 12 contestant, in developing contemporary plated desserts for pop-up dinners and special events. Created desserts for two Detroit Young Guns dinners.Hour Magazine Best of Detroit 2015 - Best Restaurant Dessert

Managed pastry staff of 3, while assisting in managing entire kitchen staff. Developed creative seasonal menus, while keeping food costs under 30%. Spent months in preparation of opening the restaurant, including set up of kitchen, creating opening inventory lists, menu specs, recipe testing, and preparing the kitchen for inspections. Produced pastries for banquets and events for up to 300 people, in addition to the à la carte menu. Responsible for hiring, training, scheduling, ordering, menu… Show more Managed pastry staff of 3, while assisting in managing entire kitchen staff. Developed creative seasonal menus, while keeping food costs under 30%. Spent months in preparation of opening the restaurant, including set up of kitchen, creating opening inventory lists, menu specs, recipe testing, and preparing the kitchen for inspections. Produced pastries for banquets and events for up to 300 people, in addition to the à la carte menu. Responsible for hiring, training, scheduling, ordering, menu planning, and kitchen organization. Show less