Victoria Rubalcaba
Dos Palos
Summary
Results-driven food service expert known for exceptional customer service and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Experience in managing kitchen operations and training staff to achieve high standards of quality and efficiency.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Lead Food Service
DPOLJUSD
Dos Palos, CA
10.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Cook
DPOLJUSD
Dos Palos, CA
12.2019 - Current
- Led kitchen operations, ensuring efficient meal preparation and adherence to safety standards.
- Trained junior cooks on cooking techniques and kitchen equipment usage.
- Streamlined food preparation processes, reducing waste and optimizing ingredient usage.
- Managed inventory control, maintaining stock levels and minimizing spoilage.
Winter Camp Head Cook
DPOLJUSD
Dos Palos, CA
01.2026 - 01.2026
- Supervised daily kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff, fostering skills development and teamwork.
- Established quality control measures to maintain high standards in food presentation and taste.
- Streamlined food preparation processes, reducing waste and improving efficiency in service delivery.
Summer School Head Cook
DPOLJUSD
Dos Palos, CA
06.2025 - 06.2025
- Supervised kitchen staff and coordinated daily meal preparation activities.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations and sanitation standards.
- Streamlined inventory management processes to reduce waste and optimize costs.
- Trained new cooks in culinary techniques and kitchen equipment usage.
Spring School Head Cook
DPOLJUSD
Dos Palos, CA
04.2025 - 04.2025
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Streamlined food preparation processes, reducing waste and improving efficiency.
- Maintained inventory control, ensuring availability of ingredients while minimizing excess stock.
- Trained new cooks on cooking techniques and kitchen equipment usage.
Winter School Head Cook
DPOLJUSD
Dos Palos, CA
01.2025 - 01.2025
- Oversaw kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to health and safety standards.
- Trained and mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering skill development and teamwork.
- Managed inventory control, optimizing ingredient usage to minimize costs.
- Streamlined food preparation processes, improving efficiency and reducing waste.
Summer School Head Cook
DPOLJUSD
Dos Palos, CA
06.2024 - 06.2024
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, meeting or exceeding health department requirements.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering skill development and teamwork within the kitchen.
- Evaluated kitchen operations to identify areas for efficiency improvements and cost savings.
Summer School Head Cook
DPOLJUSD
Dos Palos, CA
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Efficiently handled high-volume service periods without sacrificing quality or consistency in food preparation.
Interim Head Cook
DPOLJUSD
Dos Palos, CA
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Supervised kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Trained and mentored staff on cooking techniques and food preparation procedures.
- Maintained kitchen equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety regulations adherence.
- Streamlined inventory management, reducing waste through efficient ordering practices.
Summer School Head Cook
DPOLJUSD
Dos Palos, CA
06.2022 - 06.2022
- Managed kitchen staff, ensuring proper training and adherence to safety protocols for a safe working environment.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Monitored food preparation processes to maintain consistent taste, texture, and presentation of dishes.
Food Service Delivery Driver
DPOLJUSD
Dos Palos, CA
05.2015 - 12.2019
- Delivered packages efficiently while adhering to safety and traffic regulations.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and reports for operational compliance.
- Optimized delivery routes to enhance time management and reduce delays.
- Monitored vehicle maintenance needs to ensure safe driving conditions at all times.
Server/Dishwasher
DPOLJUSD
Dos Palos, CA
10.2013 - 05.2015
- Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced environment, ensuring guest satisfaction and repeat business.
- Trained new servers on menu offerings, service standards, and operational procedures.
- Led initiatives to maintain cleanliness and organization throughout dining areas, upholding health and safety regulations consistently.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Front End Manager
Santa Fe Mercados
Los Banos, CA
04.2013 - 03.2015
- Led front-end operations to enhance customer experience and streamline service delivery.
- Trained and mentored staff to ensure adherence to operational standards and best practices.
- Oversaw daily workflow, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining quality standards.
- Oversaw cash handling procedures, minimizing discrepancies in end-of-day reports through diligent monitoring of transactions.
Food Handler
Don's Frosty
Dos Palos, CA
06.2010 - 09.2012
- Prepared and served food items following safety and quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to enhance efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes.
- Trained new staff on food handling procedures and safety protocols.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dos Palos High School
Dos Palos, CASkills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
Certification
ServSafe Manager Certifiaction
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Winter Camp Head Cook
DPOLJUSD
01.2026 - 01.2026
Summer School Head Cook
DPOLJUSD
06.2025 - 06.2025
Spring School Head Cook
DPOLJUSD
04.2025 - 04.2025
Winter School Head Cook
DPOLJUSD
01.2025 - 01.2025
Interim Lead Food Service
DPOLJUSD
10.2024 - Current
Summer School Head Cook
DPOLJUSD
06.2024 - 06.2024
Summer School Head Cook
DPOLJUSD
06.2023 - 06.2023
Interim Head Cook
DPOLJUSD
08.2022 - 06.2023
Summer School Head Cook
DPOLJUSD
06.2022 - 06.2022
Cook
DPOLJUSD
12.2019 - Current
Food Service Delivery Driver
DPOLJUSD
05.2015 - 12.2019
Server/Dishwasher
DPOLJUSD
10.2013 - 05.2015
Front End Manager
Santa Fe Mercados
04.2013 - 03.2015
Food Handler
Don's Frosty
06.2010 - 09.2012
High School Diploma -
Dos Palos High School