Melissa Vazquez is currently enrolled at The Art Institute of California in San Diego pursuing an Associate's degree in Baking and Pastry, expected to graduate in July 2016. She has over 7 years of customer service experience and a minimum of 2 years experience in pastry/baking preparation. Her skills include basic knife skills, roasting, baking, grilling, sauteing, braising, and stock production. She is hardworking, reliable, and motivated to work in a challenging environment as an independent team member with an eye for detail, presentation, and creativity.

1. Melissa Vazquez
1187 Donax Ave
Imperial Beach Ca 91932
619-934-2640
melissa_vasquez4@hotmail.com
Summary of Qualifications
Currently enrolled in The Art Institute of California in San Diego obtaining my Associates in science
degree in Baking and Pastry where I'm expected to graduate in July of 2016. I'm interested in this
position for a number of reasons, this job offers me the opportunity where I can put my skills and
knowledge to practice since I'm able to assist and prepare basic pastry and dessert items for the pastry
shop under guidance of the executive Pastry Chef or Pastry Chef Assistant. I have a general basic
knowledge in using recipes and how to apply pastry and baking basics preferred. A minimum of 2
years pastry/baking experience in similar size operations. Finally I possess working knowledge and the
fundamentals of baking and pastry preparation, accepted standards of sanitation and operation of all
kitchen equipment. Plus more than 7 years of customer service experience.
Education
Associates of Science Baking and Pastry The Art Institute of California San Diego
Expected Graduation date: July 2016
Work
MI Technologies Inc San Diego Ca
Sales Admin Assistant -Front Desk Coordinator 2013-August-2014
• Process sales orders for customers.
• Review and fulfill back-order report.
• Assist Warehouse in processing international shipments.
• Process customer and providers invoices.
• Update ERP system.
• Provide Customer Service to walk-ins.
Otay Registration Services San Diego Ca
Front Desk Coordinator 2010-April 2013
• Processing auto registration, renovations, permits and all DMV related paperwork.
• Quoted and provided customers with the best auto insurance coverage.
• Reduced redundancy and improve accuracy and efficiency to achieve organizational objectives.
• Oversaw daily office operations for staff .
• Managed daily office operations and maintenance of equipment including inventory & office
supply purchases.
• In charge of all Lien Vehicle sales.

2. Yuma School Transportation Center Yuma, Az
Special Needs kids Bus Aide 2006-December 2009
• Assisted students board and depart school buses safely.
• Assured each child took with him or her all personal belongings.
• Ensured bus driver did not get distracted while driving.
• Performed evacuation drills periodically.
• Performed first aid or CPR when needed.
Skills
*Basic Knife Skills *Produce assortment
*Roasting *Recipe conversion
*Baking *Trussing
*Grilling *Pan Frying/Deep Frying
*Sauteing *Braising
*Stock production
Personal Profile
Hard working and reliable person who specializes in pastry. Motivated and energetic individual who
thrives in a challenging work environment, able to work independently as a member of a team. Eye for
detail and presentation with creativity at all times, with pride and devotion to the food industry.
Adaptable as well as very strong convictions to my career as well as a valuable member of a successful
multidisciplinary team.