Trinidad Camargo
Clovis,CA
Summary
Dynamic culinary cook with extensive experience in the restaurant, industry, excelling in food preparation and quality control. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail and effective operations management. Strong in ingredient inspection and committed to health and safety compliance, ensuring a clean and organized kitchen environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Wheel Cook
IHOP
2025.10 - Current
- Prepared and cooked menu items following established recipes and quality standards.
- Assisted in managing inventory by tracking stock levels and alerting supervisors about shortages.
- Kept work areas clean and organized to promote safety and quality in food preparation.
- Applied quality control measures to uphold high standards in food presentation and flavor.
- Maintained hygiene and organization of kitchen workspace for compliance with safety regulations.
- Adapted swiftly to changing orders during busy periods to ensure prompt service delivery.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards and surfaces between tasks to prevent cross-contamination.
- Minimized food waste through effective portion control and proper storage techniques.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to support efficient kitchen operations.
Overnight Stocker and Receiver
Walmart Neighborhood Market
2023.07 - Current
- Stocked shelves to support product availability and enhance store layout.
- Received and organized merchandise to aid accurate inventory management and adhere to safety standards.
- Assisted in onboarding new team members regarding operational procedures and best practices for stocking.
- Collaborated with management to refine restocking processes to improve workflow efficiency during overnight shifts.
- Developed better organization methods for backroom storage to facilitate product accessibility for stocking teams.
- Maintained overall store cleanliness through sweeping, mopping, and dusting during overnight shifts.
- Engaged with guests in a friendly and knowledgeable manner.
Line Cook
Denny’s
2021.11 - 2023.05
- Assisted in preparing and cooking menu items following established recipes and procedures.
- Supported cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations to promote food safety compliance.
- Helped monitor inventory levels and communicated supply needs to management for timely restocking.
- Aided in preparing multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods with high accuracy to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Cleaned and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to prevent cross-contamination.
- Regularly checked food temperatures to confirm proper cooking and safety standards.
- Maintained stocked kitchen stations with necessary supplies and spices for efficient productivity.
Prep Cook
Yard House
2018.03 - 2020.06
- Prepared ingredients and menu items according to standardized recipes for consistent results.
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen workspace to meet health standards.
- Assisted in inventory management by monitoring stock levels and notifying supervisors of shortages.
- Collaborated with chefs to enhance food preparation processes, increasing kitchen productivity.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables ahead of time to streamline food preparation.
Assistant Manager
Big Lots
2013.10 - 2018.01
- Supported daily store operations to promote efficient workflow and customer satisfaction.
- Assisted in training team members on product knowledge and customer service practices.
- Aided in implementing inventory management strategies to improve stock levels and minimize shrinkage.
- Helped develop promotional displays with marketing team to enhance sales initiatives.
- Collaborated with upper management to support execution of strategic plans for store growth and improvement.
- Facilitated compliance with company policies and procedures during daily operations.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records to improve accuracy and decrease discrepancies.
- Conducted regular inventory counts to verify stock levels and address discrepancies.
- Arranged staff shifts to provide coverage during peak shopping hours while adhering to labor budgets.
- Liaised with vendors to secure timely delivery of products and resolve supply chain issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clovis West High
Fresno, CA06.2000
Skills
Customer service
Cooking
Food preparation
Operations management
Ingredient inspection
Attention to detail
Health and safety compliance
Food safety
California state food handlers card
Timeline
Wheel Cook
IHOP
2025.10 - Current
Overnight Stocker and Receiver
Walmart Neighborhood Market
2023.07 - Current
Line Cook
Denny’s
2021.11 - 2023.05
Prep Cook
Yard House
2018.03 - 2020.06
Assistant Manager
Big Lots
2013.10 - 2018.01
High School Diploma -
Clovis West High