Rochelle Williams

Rochelle Williams

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Founder of The Dessert Artist - skilled cake decorator & visual artist

  • Education

    • Humber College

      2016 - 2018
      Baking and Pastry Arts Management Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef

      Activities and Societies: Bake club

    • Humber College

      2018 - 2019
      Advanced Chocolate and Confectionery Artistry Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef
  • Experience

    • Charcoal Group of Restaurants

      May 2015 - Aug 2016
      Cook

      My job was to prep and plate appetizers and desserts on line or stretch, top, and cook pizzas on line.

    • Nougat Bakery & Delicatessen

      Mar 2016 - Jun 2016
      Co-op Student

      My job was to assist the day-time bakers by making doughs, adding garnishes, finishing pastries, etc.

    • Windsor Arms Hotel

      May 2018 - Mar 2019
      Pastry Cook
    • Nadege Patisserie Ltd.

      May 2019 - Oct 2019
      Commis/ Demi chef de partie - Pastry
    • Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts

      Dec 2019 - Aug 2020
      Commis - Pastry
    • Sobeys

      Sept 2020 - Jan 2021
      Cake Decorator
    • Lady Glaze Doughnuts

      Oct 2020 - Feb 2022
      Pastry - Supervisor
    • The Pearle Hotel & Spa

      Apr 2022 - Jul 2022
      Pastry Cook
    • The Dessert Artist

      Oct 2022 - now
      Founder
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • TrainCan Food Safety Certification

      TrainCan, Inc.
      Apr 2022
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Rochelle Williams
      Bold Spirit - The Big Leap Award Business in the Streets Jul 2025 For businesses between 2-5 years in operation and have experienced considerable growth by launching new products/services or entering new markets.
    • Awarded to Rochelle Williams
      Woman of the Year - Rising Star Kitchener - Waterloo Oktoberfest May 2025 For demonstrating exceptional leadership potential and innovation while achieving significant professional and entrepreneurial accomplishments early in their career.This award recognizes an individual under the age of 40 who is making significant strides in their career, demonstrating exceptional leadership potential, and paving the way for future success. Nominees are individuals who inspire others through innovation, initiative, and their positive impact on their profession and… Show more For demonstrating exceptional leadership potential and innovation while achieving significant professional and entrepreneurial accomplishments early in their career.This award recognizes an individual under the age of 40 who is making significant strides in their career, demonstrating exceptional leadership potential, and paving the way for future success. Nominees are individuals who inspire others through innovation, initiative, and their positive impact on their profession and community.The category encompasses professionals and entrepreneurs across all sectors, including business, technology, nonprofit, healthcare, government, and more. Show less
    • Awarded to Rochelle Williams
      Young Professional of the Year Greater Kitchener-Waterloo Chamber of Commerce Mar 2025 - An individual under the age of 40 who has tackled the challenges of entrepreneurship and has demonstrated professional growth and success in their respective field of work.- They are a leader in their workplace and/or community- They also actively participate in community initiatives and have demonstrated entrepreneurial ability and innovation in new product(s) and/or customer service initiatives, technology, management and/or processes.
    • Awarded to Rochelle Williams
      RiseUp pitch competition winner - Mar 2023 Rise Up is an opportunity for Black women entrepreneurs, at any stage of business, to shine and pitch for the chance to win thousands of dollars in financial awards and resources.This program has been designed to help Black women entrepreneurs develop key skills, build their networks, and receive the support they need to succeed.The RiseUp Pitch Workshops + Competition will take you through programming that will equip you for entrepreneurial success and give you the opportunity… Show more Rise Up is an opportunity for Black women entrepreneurs, at any stage of business, to shine and pitch for the chance to win thousands of dollars in financial awards and resources.This program has been designed to help Black women entrepreneurs develop key skills, build their networks, and receive the support they need to succeed.The RiseUp Pitch Workshops + Competition will take you through programming that will equip you for entrepreneurial success and give you the opportunity to win $10,000 in funding for your business! Show less
    • Awarded to Rochelle Williams
      Academic Award of Excellence - Jun 2019 Presented to the person who achieved the highest overall honors average in the program.
    • Awarded to Rochelle Williams
      Baking and Pastry Arts Management Award - Apr 2018 Presented to students within the Baking & Pastry Arts Management program that has demonstrated a passion for the art of baking specifically in Sugar Craft, as recommended by faculty to the dean.
    • Awarded to Rochelle Williams
      Chloe Calendar Award - Sep 2016 Awarded to motivated women who've dedicate their work to the local community through leadership, and service as well as continue to imitate Ms. Callendar by promoting positive ethnocultural relations, through networks of friendship and social action.