Joshua Puentes valdez
Biography:
Security Clearance: Secret Clearance
Military Experience: 3.9 years
Work Experience: 4.0 years
Work Experience:
“Consistently taking on new tasks to become more proficient in his job..hand selected to train incoming sailors. Steadfast commitment to mission success” EMC (SW) Jones (Department head)
Dedicated United States Navy veteran with experience in fire safety, emergency response, hazardous materials accountability, food service operations, sanitation compliance, team leadership, and operational readiness. Proven ability to perform in high-pressure environments while maintaining strict safety, inspection, and compliance standards. Strong background in preventative maintenance inspections, personnel supervision, inventory accountability, documentation, and emergency preparedness. Seeking opportunities within California unions, apprenticeship programs, skilled trades, and the medical field where military discipline, teamwork, leadership, and hands-on operational experience can contribute to long-term success.
Military Service:
Rank: Petty Officer 2nd Class
Branch/Position: Navy
Period: August 2021 - August 2025
Occupation: Navy Culinary Specialist
Security Clearance: Secret Clearance
Duties Description:Food service professional with experience in large-scale meal preparation, kitchen sanitation, inventory management, and food safety compliance in a high-volume institutional kitchen environment. Served as the certified Food Safety Manager and Inspector aboard a U.S. Navy vessel responsible for preparing meals for 292 personnel daily while maintaining strict sanitation and operational standards. Experienced in supervising food service workers, directing food preparation and kitchen cleaning activities, maintaining inspection-ready food service operations, and managing food supplies and inventory. Proven ability to maintain secure, organized kitchen environments, accurate food service records, and strict adherence to sanitation and food safety procedures. Detail-oriented safety professional with experience conducting inspections, identifying fire hazards, maintaining compliance records, and supporting emergency response operations in high-risk environments. Proven ability to evaluate safety conditions, document deficiencies, and ensure corrective actions are implemented. Experienced in fire prevention practices, hazardous materials accountability, inspection documentation, and safety training through service in the United States Navy. Recognized for maintaining accurate records, completing over 1,100 safety inspections, and ensuring operational readiness of fire protection systems.
Training courses:
- Snipe of The Month
- Food Safety Manager
- Letter of Commendation
Work history:
Job Title: Culinary specialist
Company: United States Navy
Period: August 2021 - June 2023
Trainings, Certifications and Licences:
- Culinary specialist of the month
- Food Safety Manager
Food service professional with experience in large-scale meal preparation, kitchen sanitation, inventory management, and food safety compliance in a high-volume institutional kitchen environment. Served as the certified Food Safety Manager and Inspector aboard a U.S. Navy vessel responsible for preparing meals for 292 personnel daily while maintaining strict sanitation and operational standards. Experienced in supervising food service workers, directing food preparation and kitchen cleaning activities, maintaining inspection-ready food service operations, and managing food supplies and inventory. Proven ability to maintain secure, organized kitchen environments, accurate food service records, and strict adherence to sanitation and food safety procedures.
Job Title: Damage Controlman
Company: United States Navy
Period: June 2023 - August 2025
Trainings, Certifications and Licences:
- Damage Control Petty Officer(DCPO)
- Flight Deck Observer
- Snipe of The Month
- Scene Leader
- Team Leader
- Work Center Supervisor
specialized experience in fire safety, emergency response, hazard identification, and operational risk management in high-risk environments. Proven ability to conduct safety inspections, maintain mission-critical firefighting equipment, and enforce compliance with safety regulations and emergency preparedness standards. Experienced supervising and training personnel, maintaining hazardous materials accountability, and supporting aviation emergency response operations while operating under pressure in fast-paced operational settings. Recognized for strong leadership, attention to detail, teamwork, and commitment to maintaining operational readiness and workplace safety.
Education:
Thornton high school
High School – General
Period: August 2018 - May 2021
Summit College
Other – Welding
Period: October 2025 - June 2026
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