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Kathleen Carberry

Dublin,Ireland

Summary

Dedicated professional with a strong work ethic seeking part or full time role. Experience in billing, inventory, conflict resolution, baking/cake decorating, customer service, attention to detail, and quality control, but excited to learn new skills as well. Large artistic portfolio of both studio art and bakery creations, but also interested in positions that do not require artistic skills. Have permission to live and work in Ireland after moving here last year. Loyal and hardworking.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Fondant Artist and Cake Decorator

The Baking Grounds
Buford, United States
01.2024 - 07.2024
  • Created custom fondant pieces to meet client specifications
  • Fulfilled custom cake orders daily and maintained stock for storefront
  • Created holiday displays and pitched ideas for growing client base
  • Communicated with clients about orders and managed orders with various software such as Square and Clover
  • Kept kitchen clean, organized, and efficient
  • Assisted in the training of new staff members, increasing overall productivity levels
  • Collaborated with bakery team to ensure timely delivery of decorated cakes
  • Utilised a variety of tools and techniques for precision in detailed designs
  • Managed inventory effectively, minimising waste and ensuring availability of necessary supplies

Head Cake Decorator and Kitchen Manager

Cassie Cakes
Cumming, GA, United States
02.2021 - 12.2023
  • Collaborated with front-of-house team to ensure smooth service during peak hours
  • Developed a superb rapport with staff to encourage better teamwork and productivity
  • Adhered to budget constraints when ordering supplies, effectively managing expenses
  • Ensured food safety standards were met, preventing possible foodborne illnesses
  • Ensured all custom cake orders were completed to standard before pick up or delivery deadline
  • Used software such as Square to manage orders, payments, and scheduling
  • Used tools to create fondant and buttercream decorations to order
  • Oversaw wedding cake deliveries and cake pickups

Cake Decorator

Whole Foods
Johns Creek, GA, United States
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Applied expert knowledge of colour mixing to achieve desired frosting shades
  • Prepared delicious buttercream icings, enhancing flavour profile of cakes
  • Provided exceptional customer service with careful attention to dietary requirements
  • Piped intricate patterns onto cakes, displaying great attention to detail
  • Worked closely with clients on bespoke orders, ensuring their vision was realised perfectly
  • Assisted in the training of new staff members, increasing overall productivity levels

Education

PME Master Certification in Cake Decorating - Fondant, Sugar Paste, and Royal Icing

International Sugar Art Collection
Norcross, Georgia, United States
04/2017 - 04/2017

High School Diploma -

South Forsyth High School
Cumming, GA, United States
08/2009 - 05/2013

Skills


  • Positive Attitude and Work Ethic
  • Organisational efficiency
  • Keyboard typing speed- 80 wpm
  • Billing experience
  • Basic bookkeeping
  • Ordering office supplies
  • Flexible
  • Customer Service
  • Attention to Detail
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Fast Learner
  • Cake Decorating and Pastry Creation

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Affiliations

  • Painting
  • Crochet
  • Animals

Accomplishments

  • Cassie Cakes was nominated and won Best of Forsyth bakery in 2023 under my management

Timeline

Fondant Artist and Cake Decorator

The Baking Grounds
01.2024 - 07.2024

Head Cake Decorator and Kitchen Manager

Cassie Cakes
02.2021 - 12.2023

Cake Decorator

Whole Foods
01.2020 - 01.2021

PME Master Certification in Cake Decorating - Fondant, Sugar Paste, and Royal Icing

International Sugar Art Collection
04/2017 - 04/2017

High School Diploma -

South Forsyth High School
08/2009 - 05/2013

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