Ari Akkaranfil
Cook/Pastry Cook
Istanbul,Turkey
Summary
Energetic culinary professional with flair for creativity, passion for food and exceptional cooking skills. Can handle fast-paced restaurant settings with natural skill for customer service. Dependable Pastry Assistant certified in Diplome de Patisserie . Creative and hardworking individual with in-depth knowledge of job-related baking equipment operations. Well-versed in researching current trends, handling inventory ordering and shipping and measuring, weighing and mixing ingredients. Team player with passion for organic, sustainable ingredients.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Pastry Cook
Sour & Sweet Artisan Pastry
Istanbul
04.2022 - Current
- Prepared wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies and tarts by following traditional and modern recipes.
- Decorated pastries with different icings and toppings, using spatulas, scrapers and piping bags..
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping and proofing.
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste and presentation.
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
- Scaled out and mixed ingredients according to recipes and procedures.
Flying Chef
Turkish Do&Co
Istanbul
04.2010 - 04.2021
- Supervised 20 Flying Chefs as team leader
- Evaluate and train new chefs
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
Line Cook
Boca Bay Pass Club, Boca Grande
Florida
11.2008 - 05.2009
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Handled portion control activities according to specified instructions provided by chef.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry and fish for frying purposes.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Checked each food item for freshness and provided feedback to kitchen supervisor for removal.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
Short Order Cook
Even Keel Cafe
Nantucket,MA
05.2008 - 11.2008
Line Cook
Little America Hotel
Salt Lake City
10.2007 - 05.2008
Commis De Cuisine
Ciragan Palace Kempinsky
Istanbul
05.2007 - 09.2007
Culinary Intern
Vogue Restaurant, Doors Group
Istanbul
01.2007 - 04.2007
Waiter
Quality Inn Hotel
Manchester
07.2003 - 07.2003
Education
Grand Diplome,Diplome De Patisserie & Cuisine -
Le Cordon Bleu
Istanbul 02.2021 - 11.2021
Certificate in Food Preparation & Cooking 7065 -
Culinary Arts Academy (MSA)
Istanbul 09.2006 - 05.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Anadolu University Top Up Online
Eskişehir 11.2009 - 09.2011
Associate of Arts - Tourism Management
Akdeniz University
Antalya 09.2001 - 09.2005
High School Diploma -
Istanbul Anatolian Hotel & Tourism Business School
Istanbul 09.1997 - 03.2000
Skills
French baking techniques
Organization and Time Management
Food plating and presentation
Extensive catering background
Knife skills
Attention to taste
Counter sanitization
Timeline
Pastry Cook
Sour & Sweet Artisan Pastry
04.2022 - Current
Grand Diplome,Diplome De Patisserie & Cuisine -
Le Cordon Bleu
02.2021 - 11.2021
Flying Chef
Turkish Do&Co
04.2010 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Anadolu University Top Up Online
11.2009 - 09.2011
Line Cook
Boca Bay Pass Club, Boca Grande
11.2008 - 05.2009
Short Order Cook
Even Keel Cafe
05.2008 - 11.2008
Line Cook
Little America Hotel
10.2007 - 05.2008
Commis De Cuisine
Ciragan Palace Kempinsky
05.2007 - 09.2007
Culinary Intern
Vogue Restaurant, Doors Group
01.2007 - 04.2007
Certificate in Food Preparation & Cooking 7065 -
Culinary Arts Academy (MSA)
09.2006 - 05.2007
Waiter
Quality Inn Hotel
07.2003 - 07.2003
Associate of Arts - Tourism Management
Akdeniz University
09.2001 - 09.2005
High School Diploma -
Istanbul Anatolian Hotel & Tourism Business School
09.1997 - 03.2000