Christian Palese
About Christian Palese
Christian Palese is the Manager of Food Safety Quality at US Foods, where he has worked since 2023. He has a background in food safety and quality assurance, with previous roles at Home Chef and the Illinois Department of Agriculture.
Work at US Foods
Christian Palese currently serves as the Manager of Food Safety Quality at US Foods, a position he has held since 2023. His role is based in Rosemont, Illinois, and operates in a hybrid work environment. Prior to this position, he worked as an Associate Manager in the same department from 2021 to 2023. His experience at US Foods encompasses a focus on ensuring food safety standards and quality control within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Christian Palese studied at The University of Arizona Global Campus, where he earned a degree in Business Administration and Management with a focus on Supply Chain Management from 2020 to 2023. He also attended Triton College, achieving an Associate of Arts in Sociology from 2014 to 2017. His educational background supports his expertise in food safety and quality management within the food industry.
Background in Food Safety
Before joining US Foods, Christian Palese worked as a Food Safety Specialist at Home Chef from 2019 to 2020. His career in food safety began at the Illinois Department of Agriculture, where he served as a Meat & Poultry Inspector from 2015 to 2019. This experience provided him with a solid foundation in regulatory compliance and food safety practices.
Career Progression
Christian Palese's career in food safety has shown a steady progression. He began as a Meat & Poultry Inspector at the Illinois Department of Agriculture, then transitioned to Home Chef as a Food Safety Specialist. His journey continued at US Foods, where he first held the position of Associate Manager, Food Safety Quality, before advancing to his current managerial role. This trajectory highlights his commitment to food safety and quality assurance.