Marilu Escalona
Tuttabellapizza
Seattle,Washington
2
Languages
13
years of professional experience
Dedicated Chef with expertise in pizza preparation, dough handling, and kitchen operations. Specializes in recipe adherence, ingredient portioning, and inventory control. Guides team members, manages workflow, and ensures quality during high-volume service. Thrives in fast-paced environments and adapts quickly to changing demands. Reliable culinary professional with experience in bakery and pizza kitchen operations. Skilled in dough preparation, fermentation, and recipe adherence. Known for producing consistent food quality, supporting team coordination, and working efficiently during high-volume service.
Work History
Chef
10 Years 11 Months- Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
- Coordinated kitchen workflow during busy dinner rushes at Tuttabellapizza.
- Managed dough preparation, proofing, and stretching for daily service.
- Prepared pizzas using Tuttabellapizza kitchen recipes and fresh toppings.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Baker
6 Years 1 Month- Prepared artisan doughs for breads, pastries, and viennoiserie at Bakery Nouveau.
- Mixed ingredients using scales, mixers, and bakery formulas.
- Shaped loaves, rolls, and croissants for proofing and baking.
- Monitored ovens and rotated racks during daily bake cycles.
- Baked fresh bread and pastries for cafes and restaurants.
- Prepared dough for a variety of bakery items such as breads, pastries, pies, cakes and cookies.
- Decorated cakes with icing, sprinkles and other edible decorations.
- Collaborated with other bakers on staff to complete tasks efficiently within set deadlines.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - ESL
Skills
Pizza preparation
Dough preparation
Recipe execution
Dough handling
Dough fermentation
Menu preparation
Menu planning
Recipe adherence
Food presentation
Food safety
Kitchen operations
Kitchen equipment operations
Portion and cost control
Inventory control
Work coordination
Team supervision
Staff supervision
Team communication
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Timeline
Chef
Tuttabellapizza
11.2015 - 10.2026Read More
Baker
Bakery Nouveau
02.2014 - 03.2020Read More
Edmond College
Some College (No Degree) from ESL
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