Maya Racabova

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Creative Pastry Chef with 5+ years of experience in fine dining, Italian, European and national cuisine restaurants. Experienced in artisan breads, cakes, plated desserts, mousses, pastries, menu development, HACCP, inventory control, food cost and team leadership.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Creative Pastry Chef with 5+ years of experience Italian, European and national cuisine restaurants. Experienced in artisan breads, cakes, plated desserts, mousses, pastries, menu development, HACCP, inventory control, food cost and team leadership.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Quzetti Restaurant | Pastry Chef & Bakery Chef
Sep 2025 – Present
Prepare artisan breads, laminated doughs, desserts and pastries.
Develop seasonal recipes and improve product quality.
Maintain HACCP standards, inventory and production planning.
DaRoma Restaurant | Head Chef
Dec 2024 – Aug 2025
Managed all kitchen operations and supervised staff.
Controlled food quality, food cost and menu execution.
Trained employees and ensured HACCP compliance.
DaRoma Restaurant | Pastry & Cold Section Chef
Jul 2024 – Dec 2024
Produced restaurant desserts, cakes and pastries.
Managed cold kitchen section and mise en place.
Maintained quality, hygiene and stock control.
Joconda Restaurant | Pastry Chef & Cold Section Chef de Partie
Mar 2024 – Jul 2024
Prepared cakes, tarts, mousses, cookies and plated desserts.
Managed cold section production and presentation standards.
Supported team coordination during service.
Atelier 61 (Saffron Group) | Pastry Chef
2023 – Mar 2024
Produced premium desserts.
Created seasonal recipes.
Maintained food safety standards.
Zazu Restaurant (Saffron Group) | Demi Chef / Pastry Chef
2023
Prepared desserts for à la carte and events.
Managed ingredients and assisted pastry production.

CERTIFICATES

HACCP Food Safety Certificate

İSO 22000:2018 Elements of Food Safety Management System (FSMS)


SKILLS
Pastry • Bakery • Artisan Bread • Cakes • Plated Desserts • Menu Development • Food Safety • Inventory Control • Team Leadership