Alex Marlay
Valley Center
Summary
I’m a passionate, multi-skilled professional who brings energy, integrity, and excellence to everything I do. As a Life and Success Coach, I empower people to break free from toxic patterns, develop unshakable confidence, and create high-performing lives filled with clarity and purpose. My work is rooted in compassion, wisdom, and a deep commitment to personal transformation.
At the same time, my experience as a Private Chef has honed my ability to adapt, create, and deliver at a high level—whether I’m crafting a personalized culinary experience or guiding someone through a life-changing breakthrough. I thrive in environments that I can express my authentic self and foster meaningful connection among the people I serve. No matter the job, I believe success comes from showing up fully, building meaningful relationships, and always going the extra mile with a positive mental attitude.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Life & Success Coach
Alex Marlay Coaching (Self)
08.2023 - Current
- Promoted a growth mindset among clients by encouraging persistence, resilience, and adaptability in achieving their goals.
- Retained high level of professionalism while navigating sensitive conversations with clients around personal challenges or setbacks.
- Celebrated client successes by acknowledging milestones, recognizing accomplishments, and providing positive reinforcement throughout the journey.
- Improved client accountability and progress tracking by implementing regular check-ins and progress updates.
- Led group coaching sessions to foster a supportive community where clients could learn in depth skills to develop greater clarity, resilience, and intuition.
Meditation Instructor
Self
01.2023 - Current
- Improved overall mental well-being of participants by creating specialized meditation programs & techniques
- Evaluated student progress throughout courses, providing constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement as necessary.
- Educated diverse groups about the benefits of regular meditation practice for mental, emotional, and physical health.
- Maintained a consistent personal practice schedule, modeling dedication to self-improvement for clients.
- Facilitated group meditations at retreats, fostering connections between participants and deepening their collective practice experience.
- Promoted increased self-awareness among clients by teaching various introspective practices during sessions.
- Enhanced client relaxation by incorporating mindfulness techniques into meditation instruction.
- Researched current trends in the field of mindfulness and breathwork education to stay up-to-date on best practices within the industry.
- Coached individuals in developing concentration skills through specific meditative exercises.
- Organized community events to raise awareness about mindfulness and its role in daily life.
- Coached clients in reducing stress levels and enhance overall wellbeing through guided meditation and breathing exercises.
Private/ Personal Chef
Various Clients
07.2019 - 04.2024
- Prepared and served meals for small dinner parties and large events and complied with diet requests and special accommodations.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Received consistently positive feedback from clients for exceptional taste and presentation of prepared meals.
- Demonstrated flexibility in accommodating last-minute changes to menus or guest numbers while still delivering high-quality results.
- Showcased culinary expertise by preparing a wide range of international cuisines, adapting recipes based on client preferences.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary kitchen environment in compliance with health codes and safety regulations.
- Managed budget constraints effectively without compromising the quality of ingredients or final product.
- Collaborated with clients to design and execute memorable special events, including weddings, birthday parties, and corporate functions.
- Assisted clients with meal planning around dietary restrictions such as allergies or intolerances for optimal nutrition without sacrificing flavor.
- Hired and managed staff for small to large catering events
Education
Life & Success Coaching
Jay Shetty Certification School
12-2023
Certified First Responder Associate
Academy Hour
07-2024
Certified Breathwork Facilitator
Yogalap
08-2024
Meditation Teacher
School Of Inner Wisdom
12-2022
Religious Studies
Palomar College
06-2021
Certified Professional Chef
Culinary YT Training
06-2021
Skills
- An ability to listen with deep concentration and awareness
- A high level of empathy and emotional intelligence
- An ability to lead and inspire people to grow and achieve
- An ability to harmoniously facilitate groups of people
- An ability to effortless connect and build trust with people of all ages
- An ability to resolve conflict compassionately
- An ability to manage people and things at a very high level with optimal performance
- Excellent communication skills that exceed some of the best communicators
- The ability to make accurate and effective decisions
- An ability to build meaningful and harmonious relationships
- An ability to maintain a state of even-mindedness under all stressful circumstances and events
- An ability to speak publicly with confidence, charisma, and enthusiasm
Timeline
Life & Success Coach
Alex Marlay Coaching (Self)
08.2023 - Current
Meditation Instructor
Self
01.2023 - Current
Private/ Personal Chef
Various Clients
07.2019 - 04.2024
Life & Success Coaching
Jay Shetty Certification School
Certified First Responder Associate
Academy Hour
Certified Breathwork Facilitator
Yogalap
Meditation Teacher
School Of Inner Wisdom
Religious Studies
Palomar College
Certified Professional Chef
Culinary YT Training
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