Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Timeline
Volunteer

Damian Krol

Palos Hills

Summary

Driven pastry chef and dedicated volunteer with a track record of enhancing event planning and bakery operations at Krol The Cake. Leveraged teamwork, analytical thinking, and foreign language proficiency to elevate customer experiences and streamline production, significantly reducing waste. Excelled in roles requiring a positive attitude and meticulous attention to detail, consistently delivering high-quality outcomes.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

DKMS
05.2024 - Current
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.

School Volunteer

Moraine Valley Community College
01.2022 - 05.2024
  • Participated in group activities with students to build teamwork and foster healthy relationships.
  • Assisted with organization and supervision of after-school activities for students.
  • Served as a positive role model for students by demonstrating strong work ethic, active participation, and commitment to education throughout all volunteer activities.
  • Contributed to the maintenance of a clean and organized learning environment by assisting in daily classroom setup and cleaning tasks.
  • Developed and delivered presentations on course topics.

Pastry Chef

Krol The Cake
03.2020 - 12.2021
  • Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
  • Cycled menus to keep offerings fresh and interesting for customers.
  • Developed cross-functional relationships with other departments, ensuring smooth operations and timely completion of tasks during special events or peak business hours.
  • Implemented efficient production techniques, reducing waste and improving overall pastry quality.
  • Maintained a clean and organized kitchen workspace, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
  • Produced allergy-friendly gluten-, dairy- and egg-free variations of classic recipes.
  • Personalized creations for holidays, weddings, graduations, and personal events.

Server

Hotel Burkaty
06.2017 - 03.2020
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.

Volunteer

Caritas Polska
09.2015 - 06.2018
  • Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
  • Boosted fundraising efforts, securing valuable donations through targeted campaigns.
  • Completed daily domestic tasks in shelters and group homes to assist people in need.

Education

Associate Of Arts - Business Administration

Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, Illinois
05.2024

Skills

  • Positive Attitude
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Organized and Efficient
  • Attention to Detail
  • Computer Skills
  • Foreign language proficiency
  • Time Management
  • Organizational Skills
  • Analytical Thinking

Languages

Polish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Volunteer

DKMS
05.2024 - Current

School Volunteer

Moraine Valley Community College
01.2022 - 05.2024

Pastry Chef

Krol The Cake
03.2020 - 12.2021

Server

Hotel Burkaty
06.2017 - 03.2020

Volunteer

Caritas Polska
09.2015 - 06.2018

Associate Of Arts - Business Administration

Moraine Valley Community College
Damian Krol