Jacqueline Agans
Seattle
Summary
Creative professional in culinary arts, specializing in baking and pastry, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in dough preparation, technical knowledge, and flavor pairing. Excel at time management, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring success in fast-paced kitchen environments. Highly motivated and dedicated to sustainable cuisine.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Roaming Sous Chef
General Harvest
Seattle
2024.01 - 2025.04
- Trained and supervised kitchen staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
- Implemented kitchen procedures to enhance efficiency and reduce waste during service.
- Conducted regular food safety inspections to comply with health regulations.
- Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Complied with all health department regulations regarding proper food handling methods.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies on hand.
- Conducted frequent line checks to keep food at proper temperatures in holding zones.
- Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
- Implemented strategies to reduce waste and increase efficiency throughout the kitchen.
- Oversaw kitchen employee scheduling to meet coverage needs and avoid wasted labor.
- Performed weekly inspections of all equipment for safety compliance.
- Helped staff adhere to tough restaurant requirements through practical discipline and motivation.
- Assisted restaurant in meeting financial targets by achieving food quality objectives.
- Liaised closely with kitchen and front-of-house personnel.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and generating return business.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Analyzed recipes to determine menu prices based on cost of food, labor and overhead.
Pastry Chef
Cochineal
Marfa
2021.07 - 2023.09
- Chef/ Owner nominated for a James Beard Best Chef Texas 2020 + 2022
- Crafted a variety of pastries and desserts for high-end dining experiences.
- Developed unique recipes to enhance seasonal menu offerings.
- Managed inventory and ordered ingredients to ensure freshness and quality.
- Trained staff on pastry techniques and presentation standards.
- Exhibited thorough knowledge of foods, beverages, supervisory duties, service techniques, and guest interactions.
- Collaborated with culinary team to create cohesive dessert pairings.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the pastry kitchen area.
- Implemented efficient workflows to streamline pastry production processes.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations in all pastry preparations.
- Assisted in menu planning for all menu items.
- Developed unique recipes for pastries and desserts, using seasonal ingredients.
- Created custom cakes for weddings, birthdays and other special occasions.
- Managed time efficiently to produce high-quality goods within tight deadlines.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly cleaned, maintained, stored and calibrated regularly.
- Organized daily tasks for the entire team ensuring efficient workflow.
- Tracked production costs to ensure profitability goals were met.
- Collaborated with other chefs in developing new recipes for pastries and desserts.
- Offered exceptional customer service, handling special dessert requests and dietary restrictions.
Executive Pastry Sous Chef
ELM Restaurant Group, LLC
2019.06 - 2021.07
- Managed up to five teams and menus at individual restaurants in the downtown Austin area.
- Duties included staff training and onboarding, scheduling, menu testing, costing, catering and events, logistics, production, and team building.
- Worked during the pandemic to assure functionality and success of the restaurant group.
Assistant Pastry Chef
ELM Restaurant Group, LLC
2019.05 - 2021.07
- Assisted Executive Pastry Sous Chef and Executive Pastry Chef in production and menu management, and logistics.
Head Chef
Ah Sing Den
2018.06 - 2019.05
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in food handling practices.
- Led kitchen operations and managed daily food preparation activities.
- Won Best of Austin 2018 in the Austin Chronicle.
Assistant Pastry Chef
Irene's
2017.08 - 2018.06
- Assisted Executive Pastry Sous Chef and Executive Pastry Chef in production and menu management, and logistics.
Lead Cook
Hotel Saint Cecilia
2016.05 - 2017.08
- Role required light ordering duties, presentation and assembly of menu items, and maintaining clean working environment as well as high service standards.
Harm Reduction Coordinator
Austin Harm Reduction Coalition
2015.02 - 2016.01
- This position focused on community outreach by means of HIV and HCV testing, counseling, and referrals for treatment.
- Role included advocating for human rights within the greater Austin area community as well as management and scheduling of the mobile outreach unit.
Nanny & Personal Assistant
Private Company
2012.02 - 2014.08
- Role included creating healthy, kid friendly meals and kitchen organization.
Education
Certificate - Baking And Pastry Arts
Institut Culinaire De France
Bordeaux, France2025-08
Baking and Pastry Arts - Baker/Pastry Chef
Austin Community College
01.2018
Skills
- Food safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Recipe development
- Employee training
- Culinary techniques
- Time management
- Team leadership
- Menu planning
- Farm to table
- Food spoilage prevention
- Customer service
- Catering background
- Bread baking
- Ingredient knowledge
- Heavy lifting
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Staff motivation
- Workflow optimization
- Motivational team management
- Menu development
- Pastry skills
Certification
Kitchen Professional Stipend Scholarship, Les Dames D'Escoffier Austin Chapter, 07/01/21
Languages
English
First Language
Websites
Timeline
Roaming Sous Chef
General Harvest
2024.01 - 2025.04
Pastry Chef
Cochineal
2021.07 - 2023.09
Executive Pastry Sous Chef
ELM Restaurant Group, LLC
2019.06 - 2021.07
Assistant Pastry Chef
ELM Restaurant Group, LLC
2019.05 - 2021.07
Head Chef
Ah Sing Den
2018.06 - 2019.05
Assistant Pastry Chef
Irene's
2017.08 - 2018.06
Lead Cook
Hotel Saint Cecilia
2016.05 - 2017.08
Harm Reduction Coordinator
Austin Harm Reduction Coalition
2015.02 - 2016.01
Nanny & Personal Assistant
Private Company
2012.02 - 2014.08
Certificate - Baking And Pastry Arts
Institut Culinaire De France
Baking and Pastry Arts - Baker/Pastry Chef
Austin Community College