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Karina Hamilton

San Diego,CA

Summary

Hard-working Cook brings detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Keep kitchen areas well-stocked and organized for maximum efficiency. Team-oriented and reliable with excellent communication and problem-solving strengths. Reliable cashier and cook with many years of experience working front counter and cooking simple menu items. Team-player with clear communication skills and willingness to help other employees with multiple tack at a time. Arrive to work early to prepare for shift and relieve other coworkers on time.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook

Sodexo at Sharp
San Diego, CA
11.2019 - Current
  • Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
  • Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
  • Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
  • Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times at lunch and dinner rush.
  • Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of busy periods, including dinner rush.
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
  • Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
  • Prepared bakery and specialty products such as bagels, breads and pastries.
  • Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
  • Supported other kitchen team members when needed.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of all line workstations.
  • Assisted in preparation of menu items such as Breakfast items, burgers and sandwiches.

Server

Fairbanks Ranch Country Club
San Diego, CA
12.2017 - 09.2020
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
  • Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and anticipating condiments, napkins and other needs.
  • Assisted customers in selecting appetizers, entrees and desserts and recommended alternative items for food allergies and gluten intolerances.
  • Restocked nonperishable food items, condiments and napkins to keep pantry well-supplied.
  • Promoted desserts, appetizers and specialty drinks to optimize sales.
  • Designed custom private function and banquet packages for business dinners, sales presentations, club meetings, weddings and charity events.
  • Prepared both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages as specified by patrons, consistently delivering to tables or bar without spillage.
  • Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
  • Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
  • Greeted newly seated guests quickly and efficiently.
  • Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
  • Assisted kitchen staff with food counts by determining number of items required for complete service.
  • Monitored customer movements and quickly cleared empty tables for future customers.
  • Cleared tables efficiently to maintain high turnover rate and minimize wait times.
  • Coached newly hired employees to train on restaurant's process flow and safety procedures, enabling workers to improve speed and accuracy.
  • Checked tables and refilled condiments that were running low.
  • Relayed orders and special requests to cooks, monitoring finished dishes for accuracy with preferences.
  • Kept buffet restocked with correct food items.
  • Assisted servers with table settings and beverage refills during busy periods.
  • Worked with bar staff to obtain alcoholic beverages and refills for customers throughout restaurant.
  • Collected empty plates and glasses to minimize bussing requirements between customers.
  • Communicated with seated guests for outstanding customer service.

Stocker

Tuesday Moring
San Diego, CA
07.2017 - 01.2019
  • Maintained accurate order and shipment forms and inventory documentation to facilitate timely material flow.
  • Updated signage to reflect new pricing or temporary promotional strategies to increase sales.
  • Organized stockroom by keeping products in correct locations to maintain accurate inventory counts and free-flowing aisleways.
  • Assisted customers by locating items and loading heavy purchases in vehicles.
  • Disposed of debris and box packaging to keep work area safe and organized.
  • Greeted customers and retrieved requested products to drive satisfaction.

Sales Associate

Target
San Diego, CA
02.2016 - 07.2018
  • Answered incoming telephone calls to provide information about products, services, store hours, policies and promotions.
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
  • Retained product, service and company policy knowledge to serve as resource for both coworkers and customers.
  • Trained all new sales employees on effective sales, service and operational strategies to maximize team performance.
  • Updated signage to reflect new pricing or temporary promotional strategies to increase sales.
  • Organized stockroom by keeping products in correct locations to maintain accurate inventory counts and free-flowing aisleways.
  • Maintained neat, safe and orderly workspace to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Helped customer locate and select appropriate merchandise throughout store.
  • Maintained high productivity by efficiently processing cash, credit, debit and voucher program payments for customers.
  • Wiped down counters and conveyor belt to remove debris and maintain cleanliness.

Line Cook

Sea World San Diego
San Diego, CA
06.2015 - 01.2016
  • Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products resulting in consistently high scores on health inspections.
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
  • Marinated food items according to corporate-provided instructions and recipes.
  • Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times at lunch and dinner rush.
  • Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.

Cashier

Mi Amigo Taco Shop
San Diego, CA
09.2012 - 08.2013
  • Operated cash register, collected payments and provided accurate change.
  • Processed all sales transactions accurately and promptly to prevent long customer wait times.
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
  • Answered phone calls to assist customers with questions and food orders.
  • Processed customer payments quickly and returned exact change and receipts.

Education

High School Diploma -

Crawford High School
San Diego, CA
06.2013

Culinary Arts -

Education Continuation College
San Diego, CA
06.2020

HR

UCSD
San Diego, CA
07.2025 - Current

Skills

  • Dish preparation
  • Fine Dining
  • High volume production capability
  • Issue resolution
  • ID verification
  • Merchandise restocking
  • Team building
  • Read And Write
  • Restaurant Operations
  • Management
  • Cutting and slicing techniques
  • Stocking supplies
  • POS systems
  • Customer greeting
  • Credit and cash transactions
  • Problem resolution
  • Basic Math Skills
  • Cleanliness And Organization
  • Professional Manner
  • To-Go Order Preparation
  • Sous vide technique
  • ServSafe certified
  • Effective customer upselling
  • Cash drawer balancing
  • Knowledge of wine and spirits
  • Customer service
  • Organization
  • Basic Computer Skills
  • Oversee Maintenance
  • Food presentation
  • Food handlers card
  • Culinary Art
  • Payment processing
  • Cash counting machine operations
  • Cash register operation
  • MS Office
  • Good Communication Skills
  • Phone Calls
  • Food Station Setup
  • Guest Service

    • Timeline

    HR

    UCSD
    07.2025 - Current

    Cook

    Sodexo at Sharp
    11.2019 - Current

    Server

    Fairbanks Ranch Country Club
    12.2017 - 09.2020

    Stocker

    Tuesday Moring
    07.2017 - 01.2019

    Sales Associate

    Target
    02.2016 - 07.2018

    Line Cook

    Sea World San Diego
    06.2015 - 01.2016

    Cashier

    Mi Amigo Taco Shop
    09.2012 - 08.2013

    High School Diploma -

    Crawford High School

    Culinary Arts -

    Education Continuation College

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