'He Has Gone Above And Beyond': Temecula Hero

TEMECULA, CA — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented times. Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these everyday heroes.

This submission comes from Jennifer Thomason of Perris, who nominated Dino Ocampo of Temecula:

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:
Yes

What does the nominee do for work?:
Manager at Food for Less.

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
I work for him, I am an essential worker also. He has gone above and beyond to make us feel safe and make our customers feel safe as well. From day one, through the panic-buying, to making sure his employees were ok and safe, he took control. I have never seen anything like it, ever! A person would have to have been there through the experience, I was and I know.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
Dino is caring, tries to please his employees and customers but yet he still manages to be professional and without favoritism.

Thank you for all you do, Dino!

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