Dennis Hernandez
San Jose,CA
Summary
Enthusiastic Produce Clerk experienced in organizing merchandise and creating appealing product displays. Improved stock rotation practices and enhanced customer satisfaction through exceptional knowledge of fruits and vegetables and strong customer service skills. Focused on delivering quality standards and addressing challenges with innovative solutions.
Overview
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Language
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Produce Clerk
Smart & Final Extra
San Jose, California
11.2024 - Current
- Inspected produce for freshness, quality, and spoilage.
- Trimmed, cored, and prepared produce for sales floor presentation.
- Stocked fresh produce displays in retail produce department.
- Rotated fruits and vegetables using first-in, first-out methods.
- Rotated produce items to ensure freshness.
- Monitored cooler temperatures and storage conditions for produce inventory.
- Replenished bins and maintained organized backroom produce storage.
- Arranged fresh fruits and vegetables attractively on shelves of fresh fruits and vegetables in the store.
- Cleaned work areas, tools, and display fixtures in produce section.
- Opened boxes and stocked products in appropriate sections.
- Monitored temperature logs for refrigerators and freezers.
- Maintained current and accurate inventory with cycle counts and audits.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting each customer promptly.
- Assisted customers with product selection and answered questions regarding nutritional value or storage tips.
- Followed company guidelines for cleaning and sanitizing work surfaces and equipment.
Janitor
Universal
San Jose, California
03.2023 - 10.2024
- Cleaned guest areas, lobbies, and restrooms across Universal properties.
- Sanitized surfaces using approved cleaning supplies and safety procedures.
- Emptied trash containers and replaced liners throughout public spaces.
- Swept, mopped, and vacuumed floors in high-traffic Universal facilities.
- Restocked restroom supplies and checked cleanliness standards regularly.
- Reported maintenance issues and hazardous conditions to supervisors promptly.
- Assisted team members with deep cleaning and special project tasks.
- Sweep, mop and vacuum floors of all areas.
- Mopped and waxed floors, dusted, deep cleaned bathrooms and removed trash to keep buildings in clean and orderly condition.
- Wiped down various surfaces with approved cleaning products to prevent growth of bacteria and viruses.
- Clean windows, walls, ceilings, carpets and furniture in assigned areas.
Shift Leader
Pollo Loco
San Jose, California
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Supervised crew shifts at Pollo Loco, supporting fast-paced restaurant operations.
- Trained team members on food safety and guest service procedures.
- Monitored drive-thru and front counter service during busy meal periods.
- Verified food quality, portioning, and freshness across prep and service areas.
- Managed cash handling, register counts, and daily drawer reconciliation.
- Coordinated opening and closing duties for Pollo Loco restaurant shifts.
- Resolved guest concerns with calm communication and service recovery.
Daily Worker
Costco
Guadalajara , Jal
10.2018 - 08.2021
- Stocked shelves with received inventory and rotated fresh product
- Assisted members with locating merchandise and carrying purchases
- Supported receiving team with unloading trucks and sorting shipments
- Loaded merchandise onto pallets for Costco warehouse distribution
- Moved freight using pallet jack across warehouse floor
- Inspected aisles for safety hazards and spilled product
- Cleaned work areas, equipment, and break rooms daily
Frutas y verduras
Walmart
Jocotepec, Jal
10.2016 - 06.2018
- Inspected produce for freshness, quality, and spoilage.
- Trimmed, cored, and prepared produce for sales floor presentation.
- Removed expired and overripe items to provide freshest options and eliminate health risks.
- Stocked fresh produce displays in retail produce department.
- Rotated fruits and vegetables using first-in, first-out methods.
- Monitored cooler temperatures and storage conditions for produce inventory.
- Rotated stock to maintain freshness.
- Assisted customers with produce selection and product questions.
Cashier
Bodega Aurrera
Jocotepec, Jalisco
04.2015 - 09.2016
- Atendí clientes en área de cajas de Bodega Aurrera con trato amable.
- Registré productos en punto de venta con precisión.
- Cobré efectivo y tarjetas siguiendo políticas de Bodega Aurrera.
- Acomodé filas y guié clientes en línea de caja.
- Realicé cortes de caja y cuadre de efectivo.
Education
UDG
Jocotepec, Jalisco Skills
Enthusiastic Produce Clerk experienced in organizing merchandise and creating appealing product displays Improved stock rotation practices and enhanced customer satisfaction through exceptional knowledge of fruits and vegetables and strong customer service skills Focused on delivering quality standards and addressing challenges with innovative solutions
Enthusiastic Produce Clerk experienced in organizing merchandise and creating appealing product displays Improved stock rotation practices and enhanced customer satisfaction through exceptional knowledge of fruits and vegetables and strong customer service skills Focused on delivering quality standards and addressing challenges with innovative solutions
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Affiliations
Dancing , soccer (chivas my team) single , i live with my sister , Travel , spend Quálity time with family, family bussiness
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Produce Clerk
Smart & Final Extra
11.2024 - Current
Janitor
Universal
03.2023 - 10.2024
Shift Leader
Pollo Loco
01.2022 - 02.2023
Daily Worker
Costco
10.2018 - 08.2021
Frutas y verduras
Walmart
10.2016 - 06.2018
Cashier
Bodega Aurrera
04.2015 - 09.2016
UDG