David Arturo Serrano Balza

David Arturo
Serrano Balza

Artisan Baker & Pastry Chef

"Mastery in European traditions, natural fermentation and artisan excellence"

13+ Years Experience Dublin, Ireland ✦ Available for Relocation
13+
Years of Experience
3
Countries Worked
6
Years Own Bakery
250
Covers / Day Capacity
01

About Me

Artisan baker and pastry chef with 13+ years of professional experience in top kitchens across Venezuela, Ireland and beyond. Currently serving as Head Baker at TELFER LTD, Dublin — leading daily production of artisan breads and high-volume baked goods.

Specialized in European baking traditions — French viennoiserie, Italian classics and rustic sourdoughs — with exceptional mastery in natural fermentation and lamination. Bilingual, EU citizen, experienced in international environments. Ready to bring consistent quality and creative precision to any top-tier operation.

Daily artisan bread production rack Dublin bakery head baker

Skills & Expertise

Artisan Baking

High-Hydration Sourdough Natural Fermentation French Baguettes Ciabatta & Focaccia 100% Rye Breads Deck & Hearth Ovens

Viennoiserie & Pastry

Croissant Lamination Pain au Chocolat Sourdough Brioche Panettone Enriched Doughs Seasonal Specialties

Operations & Leadership

Team Leadership Production Planning Recipe Development Stock Control HACCP & Food Safety Early Morning Operations

Specialties

01

High Hydration Sourdough

Complete mastery of the natural fermentation cycle, from starter cultivation to perfect baking.

02

Viennoiserie & Lamination

Croissants, pain au chocolat and fine pastries with precise layers and exceptional texture.

03

European Rustic Breads

Baguettes, ciabatta, focaccia and specialty breads with open crumb structure.

04

Enriched Doughs

Traditional panettone, sourdough brioche and 100% rye breads.

05

Product Development

Creation of seasonal specialties and innovative proposals for modern bakeries.

06

High-Volume Production

Managing multiple bread varieties simultaneously with consistent timing, quality and waste minimization.

Artisan Mastery

High-Hydration Sourdough artisan baker Dublin sourdough
High-Hydration Sourdough Open crumb · extended fermentation
Pain au Chocolat Lamination artisan baker Dublin sourdough
Pain au Chocolat Lamination Spiral structure · butter distribution
Sourdough Baguettes artisan baker Dublin sourdough
Sourdough Baguettes French tradition · natural fermentation
Sourdough Loaf artisan baker Dublin sourdough
Sourdough Loaf Bold crust · oven spring control
Pain au Chocolat Batch artisan baker Dublin sourdough
Pain au Chocolat Batch Uniform proofing · quality control
Daily Production Rack artisan baker Dublin sourdough
Daily Production Rack High-volume · multiple varieties
Panettone Dough artisan baker Dublin sourdough
Panettone Dough Italian enriched · candied orange & chocolate
Savoury Laminated Pastry artisan baker Dublin sourdough
Savoury Laminated Pastry Sun-dried tomato · viennoiserie
Lamination Process artisan baker Dublin sourdough
Lamination Process Raw dough · butter layer control
Baked Pain au Chocolat artisan baker Dublin sourdough
Baked Pain au Chocolat Perfect layers · deep caramelisation
Sourdough Brioche Buns artisan baker Dublin sourdough
Sourdough Brioche Buns Enriched dough · natural fermentation
Baguette Crumb Structure artisan baker Dublin sourdough
Baguette Crumb Structure Open alveoli · hydration management
Croissant Dough Layers artisan baker Dublin sourdough
Croissant Dough Layers Systematic folding · temperature control
Sliced Sourdough Service artisan baker Dublin sourdough
Sliced Sourdough Service Consistent crumb · daily quality control
Halloween Specialty artisan baker Dublin sourdough
Halloween Specialty Pumpkin & charcoal · seasonal creativity
Fresh Focaccia artisan baker Dublin sourdough
Fresh Focaccia Dimpled surface · traditional Italian
100% Rye Sourdough artisan baker Dublin sourdough
100% Rye Sourdough Dense moist crumb · challenging grain
Halloween Crumb artisan baker Dublin sourdough
Halloween Crumb Pumpkin & charcoal integration
Sourdough Ciabatta artisan baker Dublin sourdough
Sourdough Ciabatta Large alveoli · extended fermentation
Sourdough Focaccia Crumb artisan baker Dublin sourdough
Sourdough Focaccia Crumb Extreme open structure · advanced fermentation

Professional Experience

2023 – Present
Head Baker
Telfer Ltd | Dublin, Ireland
  • Daily production leadership of artisan breads and baked goods
  • Recipe development, production scheduling and stock control
  • Team supervision, training and quality standards enforcement
2021 – 2022
Baker
Bread Nation / Bread41 | Dublin
  • Specialized sourdough production at a leading Dublin bakery
  • Full participation in all stages of the artisan process
  • Recipe formulation and new product testing
2022
Chef de Partie
Cafe en Seine | Dublin
  • High-volume à la carte service in a prestigious Irish-French venue
  • Team coordination under pressure, maintaining presentation standards
2015 – 2020
Owner & Head Baker
Distribuidora PADA | Venezuela
  • Founded and operated own artisan bakery for 6 years
  • Full product line, supplier management and profitability
  • Brand recognized for quality and artisan technique
2013 – 2015
Head Chef & Instructor
CUHELAV | Venezuela
  • Culinary arts instruction and educational program development
  • Daily menu management for up to 250 diners, catering events

Education & Achievements

Education

  • T.S.U. in Hotel Administration and Hospitality Services — CUHELAV, Venezuela
  • Continuous training in European baking and pastry techniques
  • HACCP standards and food safety certification
  • Valid Forklift Driver License (pallet truck, stacker) — valid until 2026

Achievements

  • Guest speaker at FITVEN (International Tourism Fair of Venezuela, 2010–2012)
  • Bakery speaker at "Sabores de Origen" — Fundación Bigott
  • 13+ years of international experience in high-level establishments
  • Recognized specialist in sourdough and natural fermentation

Let's Work Together

Open to new opportunities — bakery leadership, consultancy or relocation