Vasile Iftode
Flat 5,Hackney
Summary
As a Bakery and Pastry professional with over 15 years' experience in the industry, I possess superb organisational and team-working skills as well as an impressive ability to maintain precision and accuracy within all my work. My natural enthusiasm and passion for baking, combined with my commitment to quality and attention to detail, will allow me to achieve the highest standards of excellence as your next Head Baker. I am confident I will be an asset to any team. Talented bakery professional trained in following recipes, operating equipment and monitoring baking. Quality- and customer-focused with attention to detail. Manages time and multitasks well to meet production targets. Experienced Head Baker with knack for crafting artisanal breads and pastries that delight customers. Led bakery team to improve product quality and streamline operations, resulting in increased customer satisfaction. Known for innovative recipes and maintaining high standards in fast-paced environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work history
Head baker
Three Darlings Restaurant
London
2024.06 - 2025.06
- Introduced creative decorative techniques to enhance presentation of baked goods.
- Optimised resource allocation by assessing daily production needs accurately.
- Provided constructive feedback to staff members, fostering skill development and improvement in performance.
- Trained junior bakers on baking techniques and equipment usage for consistency in output.
- Promoted sustainability by minimising waste and recycling where possible within bakery's operations.
- Collaborated with management on menu development, incorporating seasonal ingredients and trends.
HEAD BAKER
BELMOND CADOGAN HOTEL
London
2019.01 - 2024.01
- Completing duties such as adhering to food hygiene standards, coordinating bakery staff, taking charge of customer complaints, ordering ingredients and supplies, and directing various processes, from baking to decorating
- Prepare all breads and viennoiserie products for breakfast and afternoon tea.
PASTRY CHEF
FORA SPACE LIMITED
London, England
2018.08 - 2018.12
- Support Head chef and Sous chef in the day to day running of the kitchen and to be responsible for all kitchen activity, including food ordering, production, cleaning & stock management.
Baker
THE BERKELEY HOTEL
London, England
2015.11 - 2018.08
- Operated all bread production machines
- Prepare all for breakfast items from family-style restaurant menu.
Pastry Baker
SALLY CLARKE BAKERY
London, England
2015.01 - 2015.11
- Prepare and produce all viennoiserie products according to company recipes
- Complete all orders.
Senior Baker
EUPHORIUM BAKERY NORTH LIMITED
London, England
2014.01 - 2014.12
- Prepare and produce all bread and pastry products.
BAKER SUPERVISOR
J GRODZINSKI and DAUGHTERS LTD
London, England
2008.01 - 2013.12
- Working alongside the team for daily preparation and produce of bread and pastry products.
Head Baker CONSULTANCY WORK
AGENCY
London, England
2025.08 - 2026.04
- Ensured high quality baked goods by adhering to recipe specifications.
- Created new recipes to excite loyal clientele and attract new ones.
- Streamlined baking processes with strategic planning, promoting efficiency in production.
- Trained junior bakers on baking techniques and equipment usage for consistency in output.
- Optimised resource allocation by assessing daily production needs accurately.
- Facilitated team communication for smooth bakery operations.
- Provided constructive feedback to staff members, fostering skill development and improvement in performance.
- Followed stringent food safety protocols, upholding health standards.
- Coordinated with suppliers for timely delivery of baking ingredients and materials.
- Elevated customer satisfaction with exceptional service and product knowledge.
- Maintained cleanliness in work area, ensuring hygienic environment.
- Promoted sustainability by minimising waste and recycling where possible within bakery's operations.
- Produced and hand-formed croissants, sweet pastries and traditional breads.
Education
High School Diploma - ECONOMICS
FOOD INDUSTRY
TARGU NEAMT 2007.01 - 1 2008
High School Diploma -
High College Tg.Neamt Romania
TARGU NEAMT 1986.01 - 1 1990
Skills
- Organisational Skills
- Precision
- Communication Skills
- Creativity
- Team Leader
- Team Player
- Baking Skills
- Multitasking
- Food preparation
- Attention to Detail
- Stock management
- Breadmaking
- Innovative creative
- Practical abilities
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Recipe creation
- Creative and innovative
- Cooking techniques
- Excellent math skills
- Food safety principles
- Food storage knowledge
- Maintaining sourdough starter
- Shrink control
Personal Information
UK resident
Personal Information
Nationality: Romanian
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Head Baker CONSULTANCY WORK
AGENCY
2025.08 - 2026.04
Head baker
Three Darlings Restaurant
2024.06 - 2025.06
HEAD BAKER
BELMOND CADOGAN HOTEL
2019.01 - 2024.01
PASTRY CHEF
FORA SPACE LIMITED
2018.08 - 2018.12
Baker
THE BERKELEY HOTEL
2015.11 - 2018.08
Pastry Baker
SALLY CLARKE BAKERY
2015.01 - 2015.11
Senior Baker
EUPHORIUM BAKERY NORTH LIMITED
2014.01 - 2014.12
BAKER SUPERVISOR
J GRODZINSKI and DAUGHTERS LTD
2008.01 - 2013.12
High School Diploma - ECONOMICS
FOOD INDUSTRY
2007.01 - 1 2008
High School Diploma -
High College Tg.Neamt Romania
1986.01 - 1 1990