Ciaran Kavanagh
Co Dublin
Summary
Creative professional in culinary arts, specializing in baking, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in dough preparation, decoration techniques, and flavor pairing. Excel at time management, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring success in fast-paced kitchen environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Baker. Bakery/Shift Manager
Mardi confectionery
Dublin
09.2005 - 03.2025
- Inspected all bakery products and removed any found to possess defects.
- Set ovens to appropriate temperatures to pre-heat.
- Rolled, cut and shaped dough to form bread, rolls, cookies, cupcakes, pie crusts and other baked goods.
- Measured and weighed ingredients to prepare dough for recipes.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Packaged and labeled baked goods with accurate descriptions and ingredients.
- Mentored baking staff in proper techniques and bakery procedures.
- Collaborated with other bakers on staff to complete tasks efficiently within set deadlines.
- Packaged finished products into boxes or containers for delivery or sale in store.
- Provided customer service by answering questions about menu items or taking orders from customers.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Education
Diploma - Bakery
Kevin Street
Co. Dublin 08-2002
Skills
- Baking techniques
- Ingredient measurement
- Food safety
- Oven operation
- Product packaging
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Employee training
- Quality control
- Time management
- Reliability
Certification
After completing my 4 years in Kevin street. I won an award for best bakery. Known as the Brisco Shield.
Affiliations
Outside of work I'm a normal family man,attend my kids sports games, socialise with family and friends. I also love to walk alot.
Timeline
Baker. Bakery/Shift Manager
Mardi confectionery
09.2005 - 03.2025
Diploma - Bakery
Kevin Street