Today we’d like to introduce you to Pekeetia “Kita” Leverng.
Hi Pekeetia, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
Baking has always been a passion of mine since I was a kid. I started working in a bakery back in 2007, in Texas. They hired me as a closer.
My primary job was to help customers, keep the bakery clean and keep the shelves stocked. Finally, in 2010 I attended a cake decorating course my manager had recommended. Soon after I completed the course, my manager put me to work in the bakery decorating cakes. It was a thrill!
In 2016, I stepped out in faith and create my website advertising my services as an independent cake decorator. My clientele grow, and it booked me with cake orders every weekend. Since then, my business has continued to grow.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
My only struggle was finding my niche, and my brand, and learning to be comfortable presenting my skills and product to the public. I had to learn not to doubt myself and stop comparing myself to other people in the baking industry.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I have the pleasure of owning and operating Sweet Kake’s by Kita. I take great joy in baking and decorating customized cakes for all special events and celebrations. If they crave it, I can make it. I am proud to share my skills and passion with people. It is a great honor to see the excitement on my client’s faces when they see their wedding cake or customized cupcakes. I think what sets me apart is my continuing to expand the business.
There are so many new things I am working on. I want Sweet Kake’s by Kita to be a one-stop shop for baking goodies and supplies. The other thing that sets me apart from others is my dedication to making customer service a top priority. When I conducted a wedding cake consultation, I tell the couples “the floor is yours, tell me what you desire.”
Pricing:
- Cakes $3.25 per serving
- Cookies $15 per dozen
- Cake pops are $1.75 each
- Brownies $13 per dozen
Contact Info:
- Website: Kitassweetkakes.com
- Instagram: @Sweetkakesbykita
- Facebook: Sweet Kakes by kita
