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Michael Caliendo

Orwigsburg,PA

Summary

Dynamic and adaptable culinary professional with a strong work ethic. Proven ability to multitask and maintain high-quality food preparation under pressure. Skilled in food preparation and customer service, consistently delivering exceptional results for events of up to 300 guests while ensuring cleanliness and organization.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Grill Cook

Kauffman's Bar-B-Que Chicken
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Managed grill station during busy periods, effectively handling multiple orders simultaneously while maintaining quality standards.
  • Maintained clean, organized grill stations for hygienic, orderly food preparation.
  • Skills required include speed and a sense of timing, multitasking, and positive communication.

Catering Assistant

ScottDee's Catering
04.2021 - 08.2024

I was responsible for assisting with all steps of the catering process. This included food preparation and packing, event setup, plating, service, and event clean-up. This position required a high degree of speed and accuracy to produce food for events of between 50-300 people, as well as physical strength and attention to cleanliness.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Food Business Management

The Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY
12-2026

High School Diploma -

Blue Mountain High School
Schuylkill Haven, PA
05-2024

Certificate of Completion - Vocational Program - Culinary Arts

Schuylkill Technology Center
Frackville, PA
05-2024

Skills

  • Quick-learning
  • Strong work ethic
  • Willing to learn

  • Multitasking and organization
  • Adaptable
  • Team player

Certification

  • ServSafe Manager Certification - 5/17/2024 (valid until 5/17/2029) 25674799
  • NOCTI Certification - May 2024

Timeline

Grill Cook

Kauffman's Bar-B-Que Chicken
06.2024 - 08.2024

Catering Assistant

ScottDee's Catering
04.2021 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Food Business Management

The Culinary Institute of America

High School Diploma -

Blue Mountain High School

Certificate of Completion - Vocational Program - Culinary Arts

Schuylkill Technology Center