Johnny Carter
French classically trained executive pastry chef
About
As a French classically trained executive pastry chef with over 20 years of culinary excellence, I bring a blend of traditional techniques and innovative artistry to the world of fine pastries. My extensive experience spans prestigious patisseries, five-star hotels, and Michelin-starred restaurants, where I have honed my skills in creating exquisite desserts that not only delight the palate but also visually captivate.
Experience
Executive Pastry Chef - American Cruise Lines
(2019-11)
- Creating fine dining desserts, pastries and breads for guests and crew
- Supervise and train staff, inventory, ordering, and menu development
Executive Pastry Chef - South Carolina Yacht Club - Hilton Head Island, SC
(2016-02 - 2019-10)
- Making and presenting fine dining a la carte desserts for restaurant, banquets, buffets and special events
- Making the last course for celebrity chef dinners (silver service)
- Making wedding cakes and a variety of gateaux for members and guests
Executive Pastry Chef - River Spirit Casino - Tulsa, OK
(2015-02 - 2016-01)
- Responsible for all pastry and baking items, producing a la carte pastries for restaurants, banquets and special events
- Supervise and train staff for bakery department, inventory, ordering, and menu development
Executive Pastry Chef - Winstar World Casino - Thackerville, OK
(2013-01 - 2015-01)
- Making European and America Pastries, Breads and Desserts
- Decorate customer cakes, tortes and tarts (Europeans and American style)
- Created showpieces for banquets and special events for restaurants and VIP events
- High volume operations
Unit Executive Pastry Chef - Baraza Resort and Spa - Zanzibar, Tanzania
(2012-02 - 2012-11)
- Made European desserts for buffet and restaurant menu
- Supervise staff in the main kitchen and bakery/pastry department
- Menu development for restaurants, buffets and banquets
Chief Pastry/Baker - Military Sealift Command Ship
(2003-11 - 2011-12)
- Create breakfast pastries, puff pastries, croissants, Danishes and sweet dough from scratch
- Upscale European pastries to include tarts, tortes, gateaux, petit fours, etc. platted desserts
Education
Degree - Culinary Arts and Baking Management - Oklahoma State University
