Caitlin Bower
About Caitlin Bower
Caitlin Bower is a Bev/Chem Coordinator at US Foods, with a diverse background in the food and beverage industry, including roles at Whole Foods Market and ALDI USA. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre from UCLA and has experience in various positions, including as a Cheesemonger and Tasting Room Manager.
Current Role at US Foods
Caitlin Bower serves as the Bev/Chem Coordinator at US Foods, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for managing beverage and chemical product lines, ensuring quality and compliance with industry standards. Her work contributes to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the company's operations in the Chicago area.
Previous Experience at Whole Foods Market
Caitlin Bower has extensive experience with Whole Foods Market, where she held multiple roles. She worked as a Beer Buyer from 2021 to 2022 in Lakeview, Chicago, focusing on sourcing and managing the beer selection. Prior to that, she served as a Specialty Team Trainer for three months in 2021, and as a Specialty Team Member from 2019 to 2021, where she contributed to team training and customer service.
Experience at ALDI USA
Caitlin worked as an Associate Buyer at ALDI USA from 2022 to 2023. In this role, she was involved in product selection and procurement, contributing to the company's retail strategy. Her experience at ALDI added to her expertise in the grocery and beverage sectors.
Educational Background
Caitlin Bower earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Theatre/Theater from UCLA, where she studied from 2008 to 2012. Additionally, she attended Santa Rosa Junior College from 2007 to 2008. Her educational background provided her with a diverse skill set that she applies in her professional roles.
Experience in Specialty Foods
Caitlin has a background in specialty foods, having worked at Murray's Cheese from 2013 to 2016. She held the positions of Cheesemonger and Corporate Gifting Specialist, where she gained knowledge in cheese selection and customer engagement. She also worked as a Tasting Room Manager at Round Peak Vineyards from 2018 to 2019, further enhancing her expertise in the food and beverage industry.