Caleb Withrow

Dedicated Cook with hands-on back-of-house and banquet experience in high-volume food preparation, plating, portion control, recipe yield management, and HACCP food safety practices. Experienced supporting fast-paced service for weddings, corporate events, and other large-scale functions while maintaining consistency, quality, and effciency. ServSafe Food Handler certifed and reliable in organized kitchen operations, with a strong focus on timing, cleanliness, and precise execution.

Collaborative team player who adapts quickly to changing service needs and helps deliver a smooth dining experience.

AM COOK at Under Canvas (2025-04 – Present)

• Built and stocked prep stations each shift to keep service running smoothly and reduce delays during high-volume service.
• Produced and plated menu items to standard in a fast-paced line environment, adjusting pace to maintain consistency during rush periods.
• Maintained clean, organized workstations and followed HACCP and food-safety practices throughout service.
• Supported multiple stations as needed to keep timing, quality, and team fow on track.

Banquet Cook at Copper Mountain (2025-10 – 2026-02)

• Executed high-volume banquet menus for weddings, corporate events, and large functions while maintaining quality, presentation, and timing.
• Managed portion control and recipe yields to support food-cost targets and reduce waste.
• Coordinated with chefs and service staff to keep multi-course events on schedule and ensure smooth delivery.
• Enforced sanitation and safety standards to meet venue and regulatory requirements.

PRO SALES SPECIALIST at Lowes Improvement (2020-01 – 2025-10)

• Supported customers with product recommendations and clear guidance, strengthening service quality and issue resolution.
• Communicated professionally in person and by phone to answer questions and provide support.
• Maintained accurate register transactions while following store policies, procedures, and promotions.
• Operated forklifts and high-lows safely to support daily operations and material handling.

Some College – St. Petersburg College

Audio Engineering Program – Dark Horse Institute