Gabriela Portillo
Calexico,CA
Summary
Dynamic seafood processor with experience at Trident Seafoods, skilled in quality control and food safety compliance. Proven ability to operate processing equipment efficiently while maintaining high sanitation standards. Recognized for teamwork and adaptability, contributing to streamlined operations and enhanced product quality in a fast-paced environment.
Experienced with processing, cleaning, and packaging seafood products. Utilizes meticulous attention to detail to ensure quality and safety standards. Knowledge of maintaining clean and organized workspace while efficiently handling tasks in fast-paced environment.
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Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Seafood Processor
Trident Seafoods
Sand Point, AK
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Operated processing equipment to prepare seafood products for packaging.
- Cleaning, gutting, scaling, deboning, and filleting fish and shellfish.
- Setting up and operating machinery for processes like slicing, peeling, smoking, and packaging.
- Inspecting seafood for quality and defects, and ensuring products meet company standards and food safety regulations.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Assisted in sorting and grading seafood based on quality standards.
- Weighing, packing, labeling, and boxing prepared products for freezing, storage, and shipment.
- Learned proper handling techniques to ensure product freshness and minimize waste.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily production targets efficiently.
- Operated industry-specific machines and equipment, maintaining safety procedures.
- Cleaned, scraped, trimmed and filleted various seafood products.
- Cleaned and maintained equipment used in cutting and trimming, complying with hygiene and sanitation standards.
- Operated grinders, mincers and other equipment to process meat, poultry and fish.
- Cleaning and sanitizing work areas, equipment, and machinery to maintain a clean and safe environment
Cashier
Seven Eleven
Calexico, CA
03.2022 - 01.2025
- Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout area to enhance customer experience.
- Assisted customers with inquiries, providing product information and recommendations.
- Handled cash, credit, and debit transactions while ensuring adherence to company policies.
- Trained new cashiers on operational procedures and customer service standards.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Contributed to clean and safe shopping environment, performed regular sanitation of checkout area.
Cashier
Ross Dress for Less
El Centro, CA
12.2019 - 01.2020
- Collaborated with team members to streamline checkout processes and reduce wait times.
- Resolved customer complaints effectively, contributing to overall satisfaction rates.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
- Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
- Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.
- Managed cash drawer accurately, ensuring all transactions balanced at end of day.
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
- Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
Kitchen Assistant
Cenaduria Jalisco
Mexicali B.C
07.2018 - 01.2019
- Assisted chefs in food preparation, ensuring compliance with safety and hygiene standards.
- Organized kitchen inventory, facilitating efficient workflow and reducing waste.
- Supported menu changes by preparing ingredients according to specifications and recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations, contributing to a safe cooking environment.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff during peak hours, ensuring timely meal delivery to customers.
- Monitored food quality during preparation and presentation, maintaining high culinary standards.
- Assisted chefs in food preparation tasks, resulting in timely meal service.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Utilized knife skills to expertly chop, slice, and dice ingredients as needed for recipes.
Education
High School Diploma -
CECYTE BC
Mexicali B.CSkills
- Processing equipment operation
- Food safety compliance
- Quality control inspection
- Excellent hand-eye coordination
- Manual labor experience
- Product labeling accuracy
- Sanitation standards
- Good manufacturing practices
- Basic math
- Experience in seafood processing
- Excellent physical conditioning
- Weighing and labeling
- Food safety and sanitation
- Quality control
- Teamwork
- Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Seafood Processor
Trident Seafoods
06.2025 - 08.2025
Cashier
Seven Eleven
03.2022 - 01.2025
Cashier
Ross Dress for Less
12.2019 - 01.2020
Kitchen Assistant
Cenaduria Jalisco
07.2018 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
CECYTE BC