CALEB L TULLY CALDERON
Culinary Art Specialist / Confectioner Shop & Commercial Bakery Technician
Aguadilla, Puerto Rico,P.R.
Summary
Energetic, hardworking and dependable with a passion for food and commitment to providing customers with exceptional culinary experiences. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, presentation and stock management that offers clear communication and problem solving skills. Willingness to learn new recipes, methods, and techniques that optimizes the professional experience.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Cocina Excéntrica
Aguadilla, Puerto Rico
02.2023 - Current
- Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
- Suggested actionable improvements to streamline training procedures.
General Kitchen Worker
Zazones
Aguadilla, Puerto Rico
11.2020 - 08.2021
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
- Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
Education
Certificate - CONFECTIONER SHOP AND COMMERCIAL BAKERY TECHNICIAN
Inter American University
Aguadilla, Puerto Rico06.2022
Certificate - CULINARY ART SPECIALIST
Escuela Hotelera De San Juan, Inc.
Mayagüez, Puerto Rico09.2021
Skills
- Cooking and Baking
- Calculations and Measurements
- Cutting Techniques
- Pizza Making
- Sandwich Preparation
- Food Preparation
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Safe Food Handling Procedures
- Proper Food Storage
- Ingredient Inspection
- Kitchen Sanitization
- Performance Improvement
Languages
English
Native language
Spanish
Upper intermediate
B2
Timeline
Cook
Cocina Excéntrica
02.2023 - Current
General Kitchen Worker
Zazones
11.2020 - 08.2021
Certificate - CONFECTIONER SHOP AND COMMERCIAL BAKERY TECHNICIAN
Inter American University
Certificate - CULINARY ART SPECIALIST
Escuela Hotelera De San Juan, Inc.
Similar Profiles
DANIEL GUTIERREZ ARIASDANIEL GUTIERREZ ARIAS
Business Partner at COCINA GROUP LLC DBA COCINA RESTAURANT SUPPLY CRSBusiness Partner at COCINA GROUP LLC DBA COCINA RESTAURANT SUPPLY CRS
Yasmin Avila-AlvarezYasmin Avila-Alvarez
Server at Adelitas Mexican CocinaServer at Adelitas Mexican Cocina
Aeryana RomeroAeryana Romero
Server- Head Trainer at Frescos Cocina MexicanaServer- Head Trainer at Frescos Cocina Mexicana