Experience

Hai Hospitality

• United States
• Restaurants
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sushi Chef

  • Aug 2020 - Present

  Austin, Texas, United States - Collaborates with team members to prioritize guest experience and satisfaction using core values central to Hai Hospitality - Promotes food and beverage sales via creative culinary technique and efficient product utilization - Trains new hires with an emphasis towards developing communication, teamwork, and leadership skills - Utilizes a diverse range of food cultures (Japanese, American, French, etc.) to regularly create and deploy new menu items alongside both the chef and sushi… Show more - Collaborates with team members to prioritize guest experience and satisfaction using core values central to Hai Hospitality - Promotes food and beverage sales via creative culinary technique and efficient product utilization - Trains new hires with an emphasis towards developing communication, teamwork, and leadership skills - Utilizes a diverse range of food cultures (Japanese, American, French, etc.) to regularly create and deploy new menu items alongside both the chef and sushi teams - Communicates with peers, management, and guests on a daily basis to optimize time management and task prioritization, ensure health and safety, and provide an enjoyable, productive work environment - Show less



Snackbar

• Server, Prep Cook, Oyster Shucker

  • Dec 2018 - Jul 2020

  Oxford, MS - Learned French/Southern culinary techniques from the James Beard award-winning Chef (Vishwesh Bhatt; John Currence) and restaurant group (City Grocery)



Jinsei Sushi

• Sushi Chef

  • Feb 2018 - Mar 2020

  Oxford, MS - Learned Japanese culinary techniques from former Nobu sushi chef, Taichi Omori, in a high-volume, fast-casual sushi restaurant



A&N Catering

• Catering Assistant

  • May 2018 - Jan 2020

  Taylor, MS - Assisted with event setup, coordination, and breakdown, including weddings, community and corporate functions, tailgates, and fundraising dinners.



Goose Creek Club

• United States
• Wellness and Fitness Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Intructor

  • Aug 2017 - Aug 2018

  Oxford, Mississippi • Performed fitness assessments and implement interventions centered around holistic wellness for members aiming to achieve specific health or athletic performance measures via personal training and group fitness • Programmed and developed community activities and educational opportunities which aim to improve member engagement and satisfaction, promote healthy lifestyle practices, and generate sources of revenue • Led the management of a pilot smoothie and supplement program… Show more • Performed fitness assessments and implement interventions centered around holistic wellness for members aiming to achieve specific health or athletic performance measures via personal training and group fitness • Programmed and developed community activities and educational opportunities which aim to improve member engagement and satisfaction, promote healthy lifestyle practices, and generate sources of revenue • Led the management of a pilot smoothie and supplement program • Created, promoted, and managed social media interactions for the fitness department Show less



Jinsei Sushi

• Waiter's Assistant

  • May 2017 - Aug 2017

  Oxford, Mississippi • Engaged in positive customer interactions to promote a welcoming and enjoyable restaurant atmosphere • Assisted restaurant staff and management with tasks related to sanitation, customer service, and food preparation



University of Mississippi

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Program Assistant

  • May 2016 - Jul 2017

  Oxford, Mississippi • Lead continuing education presentations centered around holistic wellness during monthly staff meetings • Researched and developed proposals for indoor and outdoor equipment purchases for the Fitness Coordinator • Prepared and developed new team members via staff training and mentor program • Collaborated with Fitness Coordinator and Graduate Assistants to program deadlift, bench press, and biweekly fitness competitions • Assisted Graduate Assistants with staff scheduling and… Show more • Lead continuing education presentations centered around holistic wellness during monthly staff meetings • Researched and developed proposals for indoor and outdoor equipment purchases for the Fitness Coordinator • Prepared and developed new team members via staff training and mentor program • Collaborated with Fitness Coordinator and Graduate Assistants to program deadlift, bench press, and biweekly fitness competitions • Assisted Graduate Assistants with staff scheduling and biweekly payroll preparation through When to Work • Upkeep of equipment through maintenance of treadmills, barbells, and upholstery • Collaborated with Health Promotion, Group Fitness, and Intramural Sports Programs to develop and implement educational opportunities for students • Built personal relationships with patrons to create a friendly, enjoyable wellness atmosphere

• Fitness Center Supervisor

  • May 2015 - May 2016

  • Supervised a fitness facility serving 1200-1500 patrons daily • Provided quality customer service to all patrons while enforcing policies and procedures • Practiced risk management procedures and maintained First Aid, CPR, and AED certification to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment in the fitness center



Pita Pit

• Canada
• Restaurants
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Delivery Driver

  • Aug 2014 - Apr 2015

  Oxford, MS • Managed three employees on shift and delegated responsibilities • Trusted to responsibly balance daily profits and employee tip shares



Outback Steakhouse

• Restaurants
• 700 & Above Employee

• Host & Dish

  • Apr 2010 - Dec 2010

  Memphis, Tennessee