AINA ODA
Chicago,IL
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Waitress
Poor Phil's
Oak Park, IL
06.2023 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Handled customer complaints diplomatically, working towards satisfactory solutions that ultimately retained loyal clientele.
- Complied with all company policies regarding uniform standards, punctuality, and professionalism.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper accounting and minimizing discrepancies at the end of shifts.
Green House Manager
Dominican Univeristy
River Forest, IL
08.2022 - Current
- Enhanced plant growth by implementing effective greenhouse management strategies and techniques.
- Improved crop yield by monitoring and adjusting environmental conditions in the greenhouse.
- Reduced pest infestations through regular inspection and implementation of integrated pest management practices.
- Increased production efficiency with effective space utilization and crop rotation planning.
- Managed greenhouse budgets, reducing costs while maintaining high-quality standards for plants and products.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate contracts for materials and equipment at competitive prices.
- Cultivated open communication among team members through regular meetings focused on operational improvements.
- Monitored watering times, soil conditions and plant positions and made informed adjustments in response to weather conditions.
Waitress
Gyu-Kaku
Chicago, IL
05.2018 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless guest experiences and resolve any issues promptly.
- Demonstrated extensive menu knowledge, enabling personalized recommendations for guests based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
- Assisted in training new waitstaff, sharing best practices and improving overall team performance.
- Contributed to the restaurant''s positive reputation by consistently delivering exceptional service and building rapport with regular patrons.
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple tables simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
Waitress
Yum Thai
Forest Park, IL
10.2014 - 01.2022
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and anticipating guest needs.
- Streamlined order processing for increased efficiency through clear communication with kitchen staff.
- Maintained a clean and organized dining area, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere for guests.
- Managed high volume of customers during peak hours, maintaining prompt and efficient service.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Dominican University
River Forest, IL05.2025
Associate of Science - Environmental Science
Triton College
05.2022
Skills
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Reliable and Responsible
- Organized
- Team collaboration
- Google Drive experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Course Based Undergraduate Research Experience
- Microscope experience
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Japanese
Native or Bilingual
research experience
- Designed an experiment following the variation and morphology of an invasive plant species using image analysis software and digitized natural history collections 2022
- Conducted molecular genetics studies on Drosophila melanogaster on cross breeding and genetic mutations 2023
- Researched and presented evidence based climate solutions to college administrators 2022
Timeline
Waitress
Poor Phil's
06.2023 - Current
Green House Manager
Dominican Univeristy
08.2022 - Current
Waitress
Gyu-Kaku
05.2018 - 07.2023
Waitress
Yum Thai
10.2014 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Dominican University
Associate of Science - Environmental Science
Triton College