Tyson Tafoya
Tyson Tafoya

TYSON
TAFOYA
7150 Montview Blvd, K-44, Denver, CO 80130

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OBJECTIVE

To obtain a position that will enable me to use my artistic mindset, my photography knowledge, and ability to work well under pressure.

EDUCATION

High School | Alvin High School
2013-2017
B.S. Baking and Pastry Arts | Johnson and Wales University
SEPTEMBER 2017 – PRESENT

EXPERIENCE

Custom Cake Consultant/Cashier | The Cake Lady Bakery, Friendswood, TX
AUGUST 2015 – APRIL 2016
Setting up Custom Cake Consultations for weddings and other special occasions, as well as operated the customer front.

Team Leader | Smoothie King, Pearland, TX
JUNE 2016 – NOVEMBER 2016
Worked as a Team Member for the first month and then received a promotion to become a Part Time – Team Leader. My job entailed: ensuring proper food handling and storage, overseeing proper opening and closing of the store, and establishing exemplary customer service.

Cake Decorator | The Cake Lady Bakery, Friendswood, TX
NOVEMBER 2016 – AUGUST 2017
Setting up Custom Wedding Cake Consultations and decorating pastries and cakes in the preparation kitchen.

Bakery Plating | The Cheesecake Factory, Denver, CO
FEBRUARY 2018 – MAY 2018
Plating cheesecakes and other desserts for guests, as well as preparing espresso beverages for guests. Keeping a professional attitude and closing the department as needed.

Graphics Designer | Magee Graphics, LLC, Alvin, TX
JUNE 2018 – FEB 2019
Designing photographic graphics, printing, framing, and delivering for an assortment of clients.



SKILLS

• Active Initiative
• ServSafe Certified (2016)
• Certified Food Safety Manager (2018)
• Photography Experience (2 years)
• Able to work fast on feet
• Strong Stamina
• Positive Attitude
• Photoshop Experience (3 years)

ACTIVITIES

o FCCLA – 3-year Elected Leader
• 2-year State Placement – Event Planning Competition
o Homeless Shelter Volunteer during Christmas Holidays – 3 years
o Culinary Arts Program (High School) – 3-years
o Student Government Association – Student Body Elected – College of Culinary Arts Senator
o Starred as the co-face to “The Cake Lady Bakery” in Season 3, Episode 2 of TLC’s “Outdaughtered” on July 18, 2017