Rufus Icharia

Creative and detail-oriented pastry chef with over 5 years of hands-on experience in high-volume kitchens. Known for crafting visually stunning desserts, maintaining impeccable hygiene standards, and working collaboratively in fast-paced culinary environments. Strong customer service mindset and a passion for continuous improvement.

Pastry Chef De Partie at Nairobi Street Kitchen (2025-08 – Present)

• Designed and executed innovative pastries, contributing to increased customer satisfaction.
• Assisted in the development of seasonal dessert menus.
• Led improvements in hygiene practices, ensuring high health inspection scores.
• Prepared allergy-friendly desserts and customized items for events and special diets.

Commis Pastry Chef at Nairobi Street Kitchen (2024-07 – 2025-08)

• Created personalized pastries for events, improving client retention.
• Developed new recipes, boosting seasonal sales.
• Maintained a clean and organized kitchen under pressure.

Commis Casual Pastry Chef at Nairobi Street Kitchen (2024-01 – 2024-07)

• Introduced sustainable ingredient sourcing, aligning with eco-conscious trends.
• Trained junior staff and led team meetings to drive innovation in the dessert menu.

Commis Casual Pastry Chef at Hilton Hotel Nairobi (2019-04 – 2020-03)

• Delivered consistent quality in large-scale baking operations.
• Attended professional training in decoration techniques.
• Maintained high standards of food safety and kitchen cleanliness.

Baker at Beldina Delicacies (2018-12 – 2019-02)

• Prepared a wide variety of baked goods for retail and events.
• Ensured proper stock rotation and minimal ingredient waste.

Diploma in Food & Beverage Management – National Youth Service, School of Hospitality (2018-05)