Aki Shikami-White
Riverside,IL
Summary
Non-Profit Dojo Manager with a proven track record in enhancing training programs and streamlining operations. Expertise in decision-making and organization, driving participant engagement and staff development.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Archery Dojo Manager
Zenko Kyudojo
Boulder, CO
05.2014 - Current
- Led operational strategies to enhance training programs for staff and improve participant outcomes.
- Developed and implemented process improvements to streamline administrative workflows within the dojo.
- Mentored team members on best practices in kyudo techniques and safety protocols, fostering a culture of excellence.
- Coordinated events and competitions, ensuring all logistical details were managed effectively for participant engagement.
Lead Chef
Sushi Matsuri
Lyons, CO
09.2009 - 09.2013
- Oversaw kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation.
- Developed innovative sushi recipes, enhancing menu offerings and customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored culinary staff, fostering skill development and teamwork.
- Managed inventory control, optimizing ingredient usage and minimizing waste.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Baika University
Osaka, JapanSkills
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Very detail-oriented and organized
- Great with children
- Trained chef in French, Chinese and Japanese
Languages
Japanese
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Hiking
- I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
- Camping
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Food Tourism
- Adventure Travel
- Cooking
- Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Baking
Timeline
Archery Dojo Manager
Zenko Kyudojo
05.2014 - Current
Lead Chef
Sushi Matsuri
09.2009 - 09.2013
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Baika University