KERRY NEFFERDORF

ChefNeffK@gmail.com

Profile
Dependable and dedicated Navy spouse with diverse work experience, eager to begin a new
career. A rapid learner with a passion for baking and sugar art.
Education
Culinary Institute of Virginia, Norfolk, VA AAS in Baking and Pastry Arts, Expected
completion 9/2015. Current GPA: 3.97
COURSES TAKEN:
Culinary Skills (stocks, precision knife cuts); Culinary Techniques (sauces, soups),;
Culinary Fundamentals (braising, stewing, frying, risotto); Principles of Baking and
Pastry Arts (mixing methods); Basic Cakes and Tarts; Artisan Breads and Viennoiserie;
Procurement and Food Service Cost Control; Culinary Nutrition
FUTURE COURSES:
Chocolate and Confectionary Artistry; Advanced Pastry Design; Alternative Baking;
Petit Fours, Custards, and Glaciers; Banquet and Buffet Service; Supervision for Food
Service
University of the Arts, Philadelphia, PA BFA in Theater Arts with Honors, 2002
Experience
Cake Decorator, Food Lion
Virginia Beach, Virginia 2014
Prepares product for display cases, which includes cakes, cupcakes, decorated
cookies, and novelty items. Takes and fills orders. Mixes icing and coordinates colors.

Owner/Pastry Chef/Decorator, Kickin Cakes by Kerry

Yokosuka, Japan 2011-2013
Built a profitable home-based business from the ground up. Worked closely with
clients to produce unique, customized and sought-after cakes and cupcakes.
Cultivated a loyal client base of repeat customers. Established and maintained a
thriving social media presence. Kept accurate financial records, making extensive use
of database, spreadsheet, and accounting software.
Skills
ServSafe Food Safety Certified, 10/14.
Cake design and decorating, including fondant work and piping (portfolio available upon
request).
Strong organizational skills; intuitive ability to learn computer software; experience with
databases, spreadsheets and accounting software; cash handling experience; high level of
mathematical proficiency; types at 75 wpm.