Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Awards
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Kainoa Hernandez

Fairfield

Summary

Professional with strong standards and results-driven approach, ready for fast-paced kitchen environment. Proven ability to support team efforts, adapt to changing needs, and ensure smooth operations. Skilled in multitasking, time management, and maintaining clean, organized workspace. Known for reliability, collaboration, and keen sense of urgency.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Kitchen Runner

RO Restaurant & Lounge
02.2024 - Current
  • Assisted chefs with food preparation tasks, enabling them to focus on creating high-quality dishes.
  • Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, contributing to overall kitchen efficiency and safety standards.
  • Increased efficiency by quickly learning new recipes and techniques, becoming a valuable asset to the culinary team.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless communication between the front-of-house staff and kitchen personnel.
  • Provided exceptional support to servers during rush hours ensuring minimal wait times for customers.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring accurate and timely delivery of food orders to tables.

Coffee Barista

The French Laundry
05.2022 - 02.2024
  • Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
  • Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by crafting high-quality coffee beverages and providing exceptional service.
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Brewed and served coffee, tea and other non-alcoholic drinks according to company standards.
  • Developed strong product knowledge to upsell menu items and increase overall sales revenue.

Kennel Assistant

Redwood Veterinary Hospital
11.2021 - 06.2022
  • Stocked kennel and cleaning supplies to maintain proper inventory for daily performance.
  • Assisted with grooming services such as bathing, brushing, nail trimming, and ear cleaning for improved pet hygiene and health.
  • Managed challenging situations with distressed or aggressive animals using patience and appropriate restraint methods.
  • Maintained kennel cleanliness and hygiene, reducing the spread of disease and providing a comfortable environment for animals.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through open communication and trust-building interactions during drop-off and pick-up times.
  • Provided excellent customer service to pet owners, addressing questions and concerns regarding their pets'' stay at the kennel.

Stocker

Costco Wholesale
07.2021 - 09.2021
  • Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
  • Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
  • Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete stocking tasks during peak business hours, maintaining a well-stocked sales floor.
  • Contributed to store cleanliness, ensuring aisles were free from clutter and hazards for shopper safety.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by promptly locating items and providing product information.

Office Clerk

Bell-Carter Foods
09.2020 - 11.2020
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
  • Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
  • Maintained organized files and stocked supplies to support team needs and maximize performance.
  • Managed incoming calls and correspondence professionally, ensuring timely responses to clients and colleagues alike.
  • Improved financial record-keeping accuracy with diligent tracking of invoices, payments received, and expense reports submitted for reimbursement.
  • Processed incoming and outgoing mail and packages according to established procedures.

Education

High school diploma -

Jesse M. Bethel High School
Vallejo, CA
06.2021

None - undefined

06.2021

Skills

  • Efficient multitasking
  • Food preparation
  • Strong work ethic
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Quick learner
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Anticipating customer needs
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Opening and closing procedures
  • Supply restocking
  • Fine dining
  • ServSafe certification
  • Warm and friendly
  • Reliable and responsible
  • Customer relationship management

Certification

Driver's License

Safe Serve Certification

Awards

Avid, November 2020, Avid Honor roll

Timeline

Kitchen Runner

RO Restaurant & Lounge
02.2024 - Current

Coffee Barista

The French Laundry
05.2022 - 02.2024

Kennel Assistant

Redwood Veterinary Hospital
11.2021 - 06.2022

Stocker

Costco Wholesale
07.2021 - 09.2021

Office Clerk

Bell-Carter Foods
09.2020 - 11.2020

None - undefined

High school diploma -

Jesse M. Bethel High School

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