Begüm Akpınar
Culinary Team Member
Istanbul,34
Summary
Hello, my name is Begüm. I am willing to work in the culinary sector especially fine dining restaurants and hotels. I easily get along with the people that I am working with and love working in a sanitized kitchens, I learn easily and quickly. I would like to have a chance to improve my vocational skills in this culinary internship program.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Advanced Cook
Beaver Creek, Vail Resorts
11.2024 - 11.2025
- I started in the garde-manger section and quickly continued to improve myself in the sautee station on the line. I periodically helped with the preparation of the grill station and also preparing arancini and other appetizers, making foccacia and desserts for dinner service.
- I was responsible for the production and preparation of various types of fresh pasta from start to finish, such as squid ink spaghettini , various kinds of ravioli, ragu pappardelle, and lasagna.
- I maintained high quality control standards.
- I worked effectively in team projects and collaborated well with others.
- I stayed organized, detail-oriented, and demonstrated a strong work ethic.
Kommis- Pastry chef
Gusina Restaurant - Bakery
07.2023 - 12.2023
- I worked on croissant lamination techniques, croissant varieties, sourdough baguette and breads, pizza dough made with sourdough, cakes, cookies, and other pastry products.
- Assisted in managing inventory, ensuring optimal freshness and availability of ingredients for daily use.
- Ensured smooth kitchen operations by maintaining clean work stations and properly organizing tools and equipment.
- Enhanced team morale by actively participating in staff meetings and providing constructive feedback on menu offerings.
Chef de Partie
Her Lokmada
02.2019 - 05.2023
- I was responsible from all pastries freelance, cost controls and menu planning, researching for new recipes, purchasing in this company.
Kommis - Pastry
Plum Patisserie
09.2020 - 02.2021
- My duties in this company was producing all the sugar paste coated birthday cakes, cookies and creams, sponge cakes and every single step of the pastry productions.
Education
M.A - Gastronomy and Culinary Arts
Bilgi University
Istanbul, Turkey06.2024
High School - undefined
Evyap Anadolu Highschool
Istanbul, Turkey09.2019
Skills
Computer skills: Power Point, Word, Excel
Personal skills: Responsible, passionate about my job, love to work organized and clean in the kitchen, good at communication, good team worker, used to work under pressure, very informed and into especially pastry and bakery
Timeline
Advanced Cook
Beaver Creek, Vail Resorts
11.2024 - 11.2025
Kommis- Pastry chef
Gusina Restaurant - Bakery
07.2023 - 12.2023
Kommis - Pastry
Plum Patisserie
09.2020 - 02.2021
Chef de Partie
Her Lokmada
02.2019 - 05.2023
M.A - Gastronomy and Culinary Arts
Bilgi University
High School - undefined
Evyap Anadolu Highschool