Yolanda C. Apolinar
Oxnard
Summary
Highly motivated and results-oriented individual with a strong background in food service and customer satisfaction. Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while maintaining attention to detail. Possessing a versatile skill set encompassing food preparation, customer service, and operational efficiency. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and achieve exceptional results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Overnight Freight Associate
Sam's Club
Oxnard, CA
10.2025 - Current
- Coordinated overnight freight operations to optimize inventory flow and ensure timely product availability.
- Operated warehouse equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks, to facilitate efficient loading and unloading processes.
- Monitored stock levels and conducted routine audits to maintain accurate inventory records and reduce discrepancies.
- Trained new associates on safety protocols and operational procedures to enhance team performance and compliance.
Cake Decorator / Baker, packager
Sam's Club
Oxnard, CA
08.2020 - 10.2025
- Member service satisfaction is always a priority. Completed work assignments and priorities by using policies, data, and resources; collaborating with managers, co-workers, customers, and other business partners; identifying priorities, deadlines, and expectations; carrying out tasks; communicating progress and information; determining and recommending ways to address improvement opportunities and adapting to learning from change, difficulties and feedback.
- Paid attention to detail
- Keeping track of orders, and being on time
- Following clients special specifications and request
- Knowledge of using whipped icing and buttercreme
- Exceptional skills in inventory maintenance and updating
- Ability to work with piping bags, tips, and decorating tools
- Customer service skills, great verbal communication skills
Cook/Prep
Boars Breath Burger
Port Hueneme, CA
04.2018 - 06.2020
- Highly versatile culinary professional with a proven track record of success in fast-paced restaurant environments. Demonstrating exceptional adaptability and a strong work ethic, I have excelled in diverse roles, from cashier to head chef. My ability to multitask, manage time efficiently, and maintain exceptional food quality while delivering outstanding customer service has consistently exceeded expectations.
- Changed kegs, Knowledge of Meat deli Slicer
- Handled inventory
- Register, familiar with POS systems
- Maintained a clean and sanitized workspace, adhering to health and safety regulations
- Provided excellent customer service by interacting with patrons in a friendly and professional manner
- Able to complete orders with a timely manner and provide the best experience for customers
Education
Tri County Construction Ventura County
01-2025
Highschool Graduate - Culinary Arts
Pacifica
06-2018
Skills
- Customer service
- Food safety and handling
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Communication
- Inventory management
- Food preparation (various cuisines)
- Baking and decorating
- Equipment operation (slicers, fryers, ovens)
- OSHA certified
- CPR /AED Certified
Certification
- Knowledgeable of tool safety and PPE
- OSHA Certified
- CPR/AED Certified
Timeline
Overnight Freight Associate
Sam's Club
10.2025 - Current
Cake Decorator / Baker, packager
Sam's Club
08.2020 - 10.2025
Cook/Prep
Boars Breath Burger
04.2018 - 06.2020
Highschool Graduate - Culinary Arts
Pacifica
Tri County Construction Ventura County