Donna
205 Humber College Blvd.
Etobicoke, ON M9W5L7
(647)-207-4167
Hablich
[email protected]
Instagram Baking Account:
https://www.instagram.com/dibsupinclouds/
September 19, 2023
Hiring Manager
Mildred’s Temple Kitchen
85 Hanna Ave Unit #104
Toronto, ON M6K 3S3
To whom it may concern,
After earning a University Degree and working in the Arts, Cultures, and Tourism sector for over three
years, I decided to change my career to what I am most passionate about. I have always believed that
food is a universal need that brings all types of people together, and pastry sustains a strong
component of that experience. Thus, amid completing my diploma in Baking and Pastry Management
at Humber College, I am seeking to pursue a position in the food and hospitality industry as a pastry
cook.
During my first year at Humber College, I worked as a baker at Monte Bakery where I developed my
skills in making pastries in a bakery and learned extensively about laminated dough. This involved
prepping doughs, batters, and fillings from scratch throughout the day starting from the early mornings.
After working through small bakeries, I have decided to push myself to gain experience in a fast-paced
kitchen environment as I am someone who thrives in faster-paced settings.
Alongside this, I volunteered for the Humber College Open House in 2022 for my designated program
where I prepped pastries with other students in advance and acted as an ambassador. I shared my
passion and journey in the program with potential students and encouraged many who were in a similar
position as myself years ago. Although I am still a student, my maturity, baking skills, ability to work with
others, and knowledge of food safety will make me an asset to your restaurant.
I am a quick learner who is reliable and shares a passion for what I make. Please do not hesitate to
contact me through email at [email protected] or by phone at (647)-207-4167 if you
would like to speak further about the position. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Donna Hablich
Donna
205 Humber College Blvd.
Etobicoke, ON M9W5L7
(647)-207-4167
Hablich [email protected]
Instagram Baking Account:
https://www.instagram.com/dibsupinclouds/
ABOUT ME
I am a highly motivated and hard-working baker with over two years of experience who seeks to
challenge myself and move towards working with pastries in a kitchen. I strongly believe in constant
learning to enhance my abilities within the food service industry after making a career change from
working in the Cultures and Tourism sector.
SKILLS + CERTIFICATIONS EDUCATION
• MICROSOFT OFFICE (WORD, BACHELOR OF ARTS, ART HISTORY AND
PUBLISHER, EXCEL, POWERPOINT) ANTHROPOLOGY
• GOOGLE DOCS EDITORS (DOCS, UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO
SHEETS, SLIDES, FORMS) SEPT 2014 – NOVEMBER 2018
• INTERMEDIATE SPANISH
COLLEGE DIPLOMA, BAKING AND
Food Handlers Certification (Certification PASTRY ARTS MANAGEMENT
No: 145073) EXP: May 28, 2027 HUMBER COLLEGE
SEPT 2022 – PRESENT
CPR/AED/First Aid Certification
(ID#:C8C8D5) EXP: August 4, 2025
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
POSITION: OVERNIGHT/EARLY MORNING BAKER
COBS BREAD – BLOOR STREET WEST VILLAGE
FEB 2023 – PRESENT
o Responsible for processing all products through deck and stone overs based on temperatures
and times required.
o Able to mix all types of dough based on the production schedule, ensuring dough resting and
folding is accurate. Proceeded with dividing and shaping all products, prepping for the needs of
the same and following day productions.
o Decorated pastries and topped products to be sold immediately to customers.
o Prepared ingredients for cooking, including mixing, portioning, chopping, and storing food
before use.
o Specifically made different types of bread from scratch, as well as prepping puff pastries, tarts,
and scones to be sold.
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POSITION: PASTRY COOK/EARLY MORNING BAKER
MONTE BAKERY – ST. CLAIR WEST
AUG 2022 – JAN 2023
o Responsible for processing all products through convection ovens based on temperatures and
times required.
o Able to mix all types of dough based on production schedule, ensuring dough resting and
folding is accurate. Proceeded with dividing and shaping all products, prepping for the needs of
the same and following day productions.
o Decorated pastries and topped products to be sold immediately to customers.
o Prepared ingredients for cooking, including mixing, portioning, chopping, and storing food
before use.
o Specifically made different types of scones and cookies from scratch, as well as prepping puff
pastries and bread to be sold.
o Maximized sales potential through effective and proper procedures for prepping, storing,
rotating, stocking, and merchandising products.
POSITION: FOH SUPERVISOR/PASTRY DECORATOR
THE BUTTERNUT BAKERY AND CO.
JAN 2021 – AUG 2022
o Trained in decorating and topping pastries such as donuts, lemon tarts, cheesecakes, cupcakes,
pies, and assembling cookies to be immediately sold to customers or for orders.
o Made a variety of ingredients from scratch including royal icing, chocolate cake ganache,
lemon curd, and sprinkles adhering to recipes and guidelines.
o Product and working knowledge of pastries dedicated to Gluten-free, Keto, Paleo, and dairy-
free diets/restrictions thus assisting customers with products based on their restrictions.
o Setup of display areas including baked products and retail merchandise, as well as fulfilling
online and special request orders on time.
o Trained new FOH employees on proper store procedures and products sold in store.
o Conducted weekly inventory counts and audits, therefore ordering products and ingredients
needed based on production.
ACTIVITIES
As an avid learner, I’m always looking to learn new concepts and techniques in the pastry field. In my
free time, I enjoy experimenting with new recipes and trying out new culinary delights. Outside of food, I
enjoy reading speculative fiction novels, watching foreign films, and drawing.
I have part-taken in numerous volunteer activities over the years, as I’m passionate about helping the
community and giving the help I can. This includes helping with the Humber College Baking and Pastry
Arts Program for Open Houses and inaugural events.
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
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Donna
205 Humber College Blvd.
Etobicoke, ON M9W5L7
(647)-207-4167
Hablich
[email protected]
Instagram Baking Account:
https://www.instagram.com/dibsupinclouds/
September 22, 2023
Hiring Manager
Mildred’s Temple Kitchen
85 Hanna Ave Unit #104
Toronto, ON M6K 3S3
To whom it may concern,
Thank you so much for interviewing me for the pastry cook position, it was a pleasure to meet you and I
appreciate you taking time out of your busy schedule to discuss Mildred’s Temple Kitchen’s mission
statement, its position as an industry leader, and the position itself.
I enjoy working in the food industry and believe I would be an excellent fit for the position. I love a
challenge, and your fast-paced kitchen ignites my passion for creating wonderful pastries for customers.
As discussed in the interview, I have experience working in bakeries producing pastries and baked
goods for long hours and am adaptable to incoming changes or problems that may occur. I am
confident that combining my current experience with your training at Mildred’s will allow me to thrive in
the environment and create wonderful experiences for your customers.
Thank you again for your time and attention. I look forward to hearing from you regarding the next steps
in the interview process. Please contact me if you require any additional information regarding my
application.
Sincerely,
Donna Hablich
