Aura Danton

EXECUTIVE PASTRY CHEF
EVENT PLANNER
FOOD PHOTOGRAPHER

I am deeply passionate about the culinary arts, with a rich background in pastry work, event planning, and visual media. My journey in the culinary world began in my family's kitchen at a young age, where I honed my skills and developed a deep appreciation for food as a tradition and a form of love and connection. Over the years, I have cultivated my expertise through formal education, practical experience, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.

My portfolio reflects my diverse skill set, showcasing my mastery in pastry artistry, cake design, dietary accommodation, management, marketing, photography, and videography. Whether it's crafting exquisite desserts, organizing immersive tea parties, or capturing the beauty of culinary creations through visual media, I bring creativity, passion, and attention to detail to everything I do.

I am driven by a desire to create memorable experiences and to share my love of food with others. My portfolio is a testament to my dedication, talent, and the unique perspective I bring to the culinary world.

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

CULINARY
◦ Executive Pastry Chef: CUT by Wolfgang Puck, Central Park Tower, Collective Retreats
◦ Pastry Lead/Chef: Meta, various Bay Area French restaurants
◦ Collaboration: Various Michelin-starred chefs and brandsACADEMIC
Dietetics, visual arts, psychology, marketing & communication, fashion

SKILLS

CULINARY
◦ French, European, Asian, American pastry
◦ Recipe development with dietary accommodations (vegan, gluten-free, allergies, religious)
◦ Menu development according to restaurant concepts
◦ Creative cake design and plating
◦ Large scale productionMANAGEMENT & OPERATION
◦ Personnel management and professional growth
◦ Corporate growth strategy
◦ Project management, SOP development, public speaking
◦ SevenRooms, OpenTable, Tripleseat, Microsoft OfficeMARKETING
◦ Marketing strategy, visual identity, branding, photography, videography
◦ Adobe Creative Suite, DaVinci Resolve