PURITY WANGUI NDUMBI
Commis Pastry Chef/Cake Baker
Nairobi
Summary
I am a compassionate Health Care support worker caring for persons suffering from illness, elderly and those with disabilities. I have worked in a hospital and private homes. I am competent in providing optimal care for those who cannot care for themselves and those who require a more intense level of patient care. Experienced in assisting clients with getting to and from places, administering medication, performing any medical treatments necessary, preparing and serving meals and providing healthcare. In addition to being a carer. I am trained a trained chef passionate about food.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Caregiver
Self Employed
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
Cake Baker
Giana Cakes & Cupcakes
3 2021 - Current
- Resolve customer concerns with positive approach and constructive strategies.
- Frost and ice cakes, cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, sweet rolls, and coffee cakes.
- Compile with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
- Maintain accurate inventory of baking supplies and ingredients.
- Collaborate with team members to complete tasks and maintain smooth running of bakery.
- Manage customer service operations, including taking orders and resolving complaints.
- Operate cash registers and processed payments accurately.
- Operate and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
Commis Pastry Chef
Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection
02.2019 - 06.2020
- Ensure that daily pastry preparations are met according to recipes
- Ensure correct portion sizes
- Ensure high quality standards are maintained & improved
- Ensure sufficient availability
- Assist pastry chef in creation of new deserts
- Assist in mis-en-place
- Assist in determining costing of new deserts
- Assist in documenting recipes
- Assist in plating dessert
- Other duties as directed by pastry chef
- Clean as you go
- Labelling production and expiry dates of pastry products
- Ensure fridges are clean and well maintained
- Attend and participate in trainings and personal development schemes
- To enhance team work
- Work together to achieve goals & objectives
Chaines Des Rotisseurs
Dusit D2
12.2018 - 12.2018
- Worked in pastry department
- Assisted in preparation of desserts
Thai Food Cuisine
Dusit D2
11.2018 - 11.2018
- Worked as service personnel
- Assisted in food service
Stanbic Bank Breakfast
Dusit D2
11.2018 - 11.2018
- Assisted in food & beverages service
Wavin Company End of Year Cocktail
Dusit D2
11.2018 - 11.2018
- Worked as a service personnel
- Served various drinks and snacks as required
ICEA Lion Insurance
Dusit D2
11.2018 - 11.2018
- Worked as service personnel
- Welcomed guests and served them as was expected
French Embassy, Opening of the New Wine
NAS Cuisine
11.2018 - 11.2018
- Worked as service personnel
- Welcomed the guests for the event
- Served guests with foods & beverages
Industrial Attachment
Sankara Nairobi
03.2018 - 09.2018
- Trained in pastry department
Kenya Airways, Nairobi to US Flight Launch
NAS Cuisine
01.2018 - 01.2018
- Worked as a chef in preparation of fast foods and desserts
Wedding Ceremony
Pots Delight Caterer
11.2017 - 11.2017
- Worked as an assistant chef in preparation of salads and food service
The Multimedia University Hotel
Nairobi
07.2017 - 07.2017
- Worked as an assistant pastry chef
French Embassy, Business Meeting
NAS Cuisine
02.2017 - 02.2017
- Worked as service personnel
- Welcomed the guests and served them as per order
Education
Diploma in Caregiving - Care Support
Florence Academy
United Kingdom 04.2001 -
Advanced Diploma in International Catering and Hotel Management (ICM Accredited) - Catering & Hotel Management
Air Travel And Related Studies Centre
Nairobi, Kenya 04.2017 - 06.2019
Kenya certificate of Secondary Education -
St. Francis Girls Mang’u High School
Thika 01.2013 - 01.2016
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
Nakuru Elite Education Centre
Nakuru, Kenya 01.2008 - 01.2013
GED -
Chrisco Academy
Nakuru, Kenya 01.2001 - 01.2007
Skills
Elderly Care
Basic Housekeeping
Patient Companionship
Patient Care
Mobility Assistance
Meal Preparation
Personal Hygiene Assistance
Incident Reporting
First aid and safety
Time Management
Emotional Support
Documentation
Daily living assistance
Respectful and Compassionate
Internship
03/19/18, 09/18/18, Sankara Nairobi, Pastry
Attributes
- Proactive
- Team player
- Ready to learn
Other Work Experiences
- 12/09/18, Chaines Des Rotisseurs at Dusit D2, Nairobi Kenya, Pastry Department
- 11/26/18, Thai Food Cuisine at Dusit D2, Nairobi Kenya, Service Personnel
- 11/25/18, Stanbic Bank breakfast at Dusit D2, Nairobi Kenya, Food & Beverages Service
- 11/23/18, Wavin Company end of year cocktail at Dusit D2, Nairobi Kenya, Service Personnel
- 11/22/18, ICEA Lion Insurance at Dusit D2, Nairobi Kenya, Service Personnel
- 11/16/18, French Embassy, opening of the new wine: NAS Cuisine, Nairobi Kenya, Service Personnel
- 01/11/18, Kenya Airways, Nairobi to US flight launch: NAS Cuisine, Nairobi Kenya, Chef
- 12/05/17, French Embassy, business meeting: NAS Cuisine, Nairobi Kenya, Service Personnel
- 11/25/17, Wedding ceremony, Pots Delight Caterer, Nairobi Kenya, Assistant Chef
- 07/08/17, The Multimedia University Hotel, Nairobi Kenya, Assistant Pastry Chef
Personal Information
- ID Number: 35571110
- Date of Birth: 06/23/97
- Nationality: Kenyan
- Driving License: DL-1220481
- Marital Status: Single
Mobile Alternative
+254 723 946 622
Languages
English
French
Kiswahili
References
- Mr. Wilson Ashiano, Chef De Partie, Sankara Nairobi, +254 728714093, P. O. Box 35-50107 Sarit, Nairobi
- Mr. Morris Mbuchu, Lecturer, Air Travel & Related Studies, +254 718 233 363, P. O. Box 102042 - 00101, Nairobi
- Mrs. Faith Kabura Mbuthia, St. Francis Girls Mang’u High School, +254 721 203 648, P.O. Box 3342-01002, Thika
Certification
Certificate of Service as Commis Pastry Chef
Timeline
Caregiver
Self Employed
01.2024 - Current
Commis Pastry Chef
Sankara Nairobi, Autograph Collection
02.2019 - 06.2020
Chaines Des Rotisseurs
Dusit D2
12.2018 - 12.2018
Thai Food Cuisine
Dusit D2
11.2018 - 11.2018
Stanbic Bank Breakfast
Dusit D2
11.2018 - 11.2018
Wavin Company End of Year Cocktail
Dusit D2
11.2018 - 11.2018
ICEA Lion Insurance
Dusit D2
11.2018 - 11.2018
French Embassy, Opening of the New Wine
NAS Cuisine
11.2018 - 11.2018
Industrial Attachment
Sankara Nairobi
03.2018 - 09.2018
Kenya Airways, Nairobi to US Flight Launch
NAS Cuisine
01.2018 - 01.2018
Wedding Ceremony
Pots Delight Caterer
11.2017 - 11.2017
The Multimedia University Hotel
Nairobi
07.2017 - 07.2017
Advanced Diploma in International Catering and Hotel Management (ICM Accredited) - Catering & Hotel Management
Air Travel And Related Studies Centre
04.2017 - 06.2019
French Embassy, Business Meeting
NAS Cuisine
02.2017 - 02.2017
Kenya certificate of Secondary Education -
St. Francis Girls Mang’u High School
01.2013 - 01.2016
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
Nakuru Elite Education Centre
01.2008 - 01.2013
Diploma in Caregiving - Care Support
Florence Academy
04.2001 -
GED -
Chrisco Academy
01.2001 - 01.2007
Cake Baker
Giana Cakes & Cupcakes
3 2021 - Current
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