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JOSEPH CARIDDI

Tucson

Summary

Managerial level culinary professional with proven experience leading high-volume banquet and restaurant operations. Skilled in team leadership,, inventory management, and food safety compliance. Training staff, and delivering consistent, high-quality food service. Adept at managing fast-paced environments while maintaining strict quality and sanitation, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in menu development, inventory management, and food safety compliance. Excel at team leadership, communication, and creative problem-solving, ensuring seamless kitchen operations and exceptional dining experiences.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
2027
2027
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Banquet Chef / Cafeteria Attendant

Westin La Paloma
Tucson
11.2024 - Current
  • Lead kitchen operations for high-volume banquet and cafeteria service, ensuring consistency and quality.
  • Supervise, train, and mentor staff, improving team efficiency and performance.
  • Enforce food safety, sanitation, and health code compliance standards.
  • Delegate tasks and manage workflow to meet tight service deadlines.
  • Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion control to reduce waste and maintain standards.

Line Cook

North Italia
Tucson
09.2023 - 11.2024
  • Maintained high standards of food quality and presentation in a fast-paced kitchen.
  • Supported kitchen operations through prep, organization, and teamwork.
  • Ensured compliance with all food safety and sanitation procedures.

Education

Associate of Arts (A.A.) - Culinary Arts

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts

Culinary Certificate -

Carol & Frank Biondi Education Center

Skills

  • Kitchen Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Staff Training & Development
  • Inventory Control
  • Cost Control
  • Food Safety & Sanitation
  • Banquet & Catering Operations
  • Quality Assurance
  • Scheduling & Labor Management
  • Process Improvement
  • Health Code Compliance
  • High-Volume Operations

Timeline

Banquet Chef / Cafeteria Attendant

Westin La Paloma
11.2024 - Current

Line Cook

North Italia
09.2023 - 11.2024

Associate of Arts (A.A.) - Culinary Arts

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts

Culinary Certificate -

Carol & Frank Biondi Education Center
JOSEPH CARIDDI