CARISSA ARTY

1331 E. Hewson St. Philadelphia, PA 19125

215-821-5061 carissa.mae.arty@gmail.com

Experience
The Sweet Trading Company Narberth, PA

December 2015 Present

Chocolatier
Handcraft kosher artisan chocolates and confections such as peanut butter cups,
truffles, clusters, and house made marshmallows.
Organize and maintain standards of the kosher kitchens, including a pareve (dairy free)
kitchen.
Prepare customized retail sold gift boxes, special order chocolate arrangements and
platters for weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs and shivas.

Blue Cross River Rink Philadelphia, PA

November 2015 February 2016

Skate Guard
Enforced the rules and regulations of the rink to ensure the safety of guests during the
ice skating sessions.
Monitored ice conditions and alerted ice technicians of any defects or problems.

Caviar Philadelphia, PA

August 2015 Present

Delivery Courier
Using an app, I receive pings from the Caviar dispatch center and am sent to specific
restaurants to pickup food and then deliver it to customers across Philadelphia.

The Franklin Fountain Philadelphia, PA

Production Manager

January 2015 August 2015

Oversaw production of house-made ice cream products and toppings, as well as the
staff of the kitchen and ice cream departments.
Performed administrative responsibilities including purchasing, costing, and
scheduling.
Collaborated with proprietors in product development of new ice cream flavors and
seasonal items including baked goods, ice cream sandwiches, and soda syrups.

Pastry Assistant

September 2014 January 2015

Made ice cream bases, inclusions, toppings (hot fudge, fruit toppings, brownies), root
beer syrup, and other historic menu items.
Assessed daily product needs of The Franklin Fountain.
Assisted in seasonal candy production of Shane Confectionary including clear toy
candy and hand-dipped buttercreams.

Senior Shift Leader/Shift Leader

August 2013 September 2014

Supervised soda jerks, shift leaders, and other front-of-house employees.

Processed high volumes of cash on a daily basis.
Served and assembled artisanal ice cream desserts and performed customer service
duties in accordance with the values and ideals of The Franklin Fountain.

CARISSA ARTY
1331 E. Hewson St. Philadelphia, PA 19125
215-821-5061 carissa.mae.arty@gmail.com

Morimoto Philadelphia, PA
Pastry Cook

December 2012 September 2013

Plated contemporary and Asian-inspired desserts in the high-volume kitchen of a

nationally recognized restaurant.
Prepared garnishes and toppings for desserts (sauces, fruit compotes, meringues).

Volunteer Work
Dachshund Rescue of Bucks County & NJ

August 2015 Present

Foster Family
Caring for and adapting newly rescued dogs to become great candidates for adoption.

Education
The Restaurant School at Walnut Hill College Philadelphia, PA
August 2012 May 2013
Studied in the Baking and Pastry Arts program
Presidents List (3.5-4.0 GPA) for three consecutive terms
Coursework: Classic French Pastry Techniques, Cake Baking & Decorating, Candy
Making, Bread Making, Tarts & Pies, Culinary Basics, Knife Skills, Purchasing & Cost
Control, Principles of Nutrition

Certifications
NRA ServSafe Food Safety Management Certification
NRA ServSafe Allergen Certification
Philadelphia Department of Public Health Food Safety Certificate