Erika Diaz Espinosa
Buena Park,CA
Summary
Cook with proven ability to collaborate effectively in team settings and deliver outstanding customer service. Expertise in food safety compliance and maintaining a hygienic kitchen environment. Skilled in managing meal service efficiently during high-demand periods.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Nolza
Buena Park, California
09.2025 - Current
- Prepared ingredients and dishes according to restaurant recipes and standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace throughout shifts.
- Assisted in food plating and presentation for customer orders.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during busy hours.
- Followed health and safety regulations to ensure food safety compliance.
- Participated in daily kitchen prep tasks to support overall operations efficiently.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
Cook
Ocean Snack
Buena Park, California
06.2025 - Current
- Prepared ingredients and dishes according to restaurant recipes and standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace throughout shifts.
- Assisted in food plating and presentation for customer orders.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during busy hours.
- Participated in daily kitchen prep tasks to support overall operations efficiently.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
Cook
Mi Ranchito Restaurant
Anaheim, California
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Prepared ingredients and dishes according to restaurant recipes and standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace throughout shifts.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
Education
Career Development And College Preparation Certificate - Continuing Education Programs
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CA06-2025
ESL INTERMEDIATE LOW LEVEL 3
NLMAS
15711 Pioner Blvd, Norwalk06-2025
High School Diploma -
ABC Adult School
12254 Cuesta Drive Cerritos, CA12-2024
ESL BEGINNING HIGH LEVEL 2
NORWALK-LA MIRADA ADULT SCHOOL
15711 PIONEER BLVD, CA 9065012-2024
ESL BEGINNING LOW LEVEL 1
NLMAS
15920 Barbata Rd, La Mirada08-2024
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Positive attitude
- Training and development
- Fluent in [language]
- Public speaking
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Limited
Timeline
Cook
Nolza
09.2025 - Current
Cook
Ocean Snack
06.2025 - Current
Cook
Mi Ranchito Restaurant
11.2022 - 02.2023
Career Development And College Preparation Certificate - Continuing Education Programs
Cerritos College
ESL INTERMEDIATE LOW LEVEL 3
NLMAS
High School Diploma -
ABC Adult School
ESL BEGINNING HIGH LEVEL 2
NORWALK-LA MIRADA ADULT SCHOOL
ESL BEGINNING LOW LEVEL 1
NLMAS