Sara Ballas

1005 Woodrow Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23507 sarbal0047@students.ecpi.edu (757) 633-6053

OBJECTIVE
Ambitious culinarian seeking a position in a creative environment to continue developing professional
kitchen and baking skills and to contribute my efforts towards the overall success of the company.
SUMMARY of QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledgeable in fundamental culinary and baking skills and techniques
Certified in safe food handling and sanitation protocols
Creative and skilled in sketching
Experienced in retail/sales and customer/client care
EDUCATION
ECPI Culinary Institute of Virginia, Norfolk, VA
Associate of Applied Science in Baking and Pastry Arts
Anticipated Graduation Date: September 2015
Completed Culinary Coursework:
Culinary Skills - basic knife cuts & dimensions, mise en place, stocks, kitchen safety and sanitation
Culinary Techniques - soups, classical and contemporary sauces, derivatives, recipe conversions
Culinary Fundamentals - braise, stew, pan fry, deep fry techniques, vegetable, potato & rice cookery
Pantry Kitchen - poach, grill, bake, roast, breakfast cookery, sandwiches, salads, dressings, contemporary
sauces,
pasta and grain cookery
Fundamentals of Baking and Pastry Arts- scaling ingredients, bakers math, cookies, pies, breakfast
pastries, scones, biscotti, quick breads, artisan breads
Tidewater Community College, Virginia Beach
Associate of Applied Science, Occupational Therapy Assistant
Graduated December 2010
CERTIFICATION and AWARD
ServSafe Food Safety Manager Certification, National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation,
expires January 2018
Perfect Attendance Award, Culinary Institute of Virginia, Oct 2012 Dec 2012
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
The German Pantry, Norfolk VA
June 2013 to
September 2013
Baker-in-Training
Responsible for gathering ingredients, baking, icing, and decorating restaurants signature desserts
Responsible for proper labeling and storing of food inventory; assisted with checking ingredient
inventory
Assisted with meal prep for lunch and dinner menu as needed
New Horizons Regional Educational Center, Newport News, VA
School Based Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Worked with children with Autism and Emotional disorders

October 2012 to June 2013

Golden LivingCenter, Portsmouth, VA

April 2012 to September
2012
Skilled Nursing Facility (COTA/L) Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Assisted resident in therapeutic activities and exercise
Communicated with therapy staff regarding patients progress and documented it
Barnes & Noble Bookstore, Norfolk, VA
2011
Seasonal Cashier/Bookseller

November 2010 to February

Provided exceptional customer service accurately ringing guests orders; balanced and maintained
cash till
Assisted with stocking, inventory and receiving

Friendlys Ice Cream, Norfolk, VA

May 2008 to September
2008
Server/Hostess
Recorded and reported accurate guest orders to ensure guest satisfaction
Performed daily and weekly side work to maintain dining room