Ahuriri Harris

Qualified Baker

Edge cafe/Bakery

Edgeware, Christchurch

01.2022 - 07.2023

I have baked over 700 different products throughout the last 3 year's
The skills that I developed include: Making craft bread, hand kneading, dropping muffins, piping skills and scoring the bread, sourdoughs working the ovens mixers and provers and much more...
Measured, mixed and prepped raw materials according to company specifications and recipes.
Proofed, folded and baked [Number] croissants daily.
Adjusted recipes according to seasonal availability of ingredients.
Cut and shaped dough for rolls, bread and various pastries.
Finished baked goods with glazes, icings and other toppings.
Adapted measurements to meet quantity of bakery items being prepared.
Met with customers to discuss needed bakery items and take orders.
Created attractive dessert trays for catering events.
Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
Controlled costs in inventory and labor to keep operations within budget.
Maintained safe and sanitary area by checking food products' temperature and freshness.
Baked fresh bread and pastries for cafes and restaurants.
Monitored color of baking items to raise or lower temperature or remove from oven.
Created brand-new recipes and specialty offerings to build bakery reputation.
Inspected baking equipment in accordance with cleanliness and safety standards.
Ensured all safety standards were met in accordance with health regulations.
Maintained records of sales, expenses, profits, losses and inventories.
Ordered ingredients and equipment needed for daily baking tasks.
Followed code dating procedures and adhered to legal regulations governing product labeling and packaging.