KEVIN KIBET NGENO
Nairobi, Nairobi Province
Summary
Experienced Pastry Cook with over 3 years of experience in luxury cruise lines, including MSC and Silversea. Skilled in crafting elegant pastries, cakes, and desserts to international standards. Proven ability to work efficiently in fast-paced environments, manage inventory, and collaborate with diverse teams. Possesses stamina to work long hours, lift heavy loads, and maintain attention to detail. Dedicated to delivering exceptional culinary experiences for discerning clients.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Pastry Chef
Silversea Cruises. Silver Cloud
05.2025 - 11.2025
- Prepared wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies and tarts by following traditional and modern recipes.
- Pastry preparation and mise-en-place according to schedule and instruction
- Coordinate special orders and dietary requirements
- Maintain quality and consistency in taste, presentation, and appearance
- Ensure compliance with Public Health standards and Company policies
- Assist Pastry Chef and Confectioner as needed
- Prepare items for functions and cocktail parties
Assistant Pastry Chef
Silversea Cruises. Silver Spirit.
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Prepare pastry items according to recipes and presentation standards
- Ensure all pastries meet quality and presentation standards
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace
- Coordinate with other kitchen staff to ensure timely service
- Develop new pastry recipes and ideas
- Assist in cake decorating and dessert design
Commis Pastry Chef
MSC Cruises. Msc Virtuosa
12.2023 - 07.2024
- Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
- Assist pastry chefs with daily tasks
- Prepare and decorate pastries, cakes, and desserts
- Learn cake decorating and sugar work techniques
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace
- Assist with inventory management
- Develop new pastry skills and knowledge
Pastry Chef Intern
Movenpick Hotel
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Produced allergy-friendly gluten-, dairy- and egg-free variations of classic recipes.
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
- Decorated cakes, cupcakes and other pastries according to customer requests.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
- Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kabete National Polytechnic
Nairobi11-2022
Skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Technical Proficiency
- Hygiene and food safety
- Effective team player
- Time Management
- Creativity
- Equipment Maintenance
- Strong Stamina
- Pastry preparation
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Pastry Chef
Silversea Cruises. Silver Cloud
05.2025 - 11.2025
Assistant Pastry Chef
Silversea Cruises. Silver Spirit.
10.2024 - 04.2025
Commis Pastry Chef
MSC Cruises. Msc Virtuosa
12.2023 - 07.2024
Pastry Chef Intern
Movenpick Hotel
09.2019 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
Kabete National Polytechnic
Reference
Available upon request