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Daisuke Kobayashi

Honolulu

Summary

Dynamic hospitality professional with expertise in food and beverage service, honed at Ichiriki Nabe Restaurant and my time spent in Japan working in a restaurant and bar. Bilingual in English and Japanese, I excel in team collaboration and thrive under pressure, consistently enhancing guest experiences while driving sales through effective upselling techniques. Adaptable and detail-oriented, I ensure high-quality service in fast-paced environments.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

Ichiriki Nabe Restaurant
10.2016 - Current
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.

Hall Staff Member

Sumibiyaki Den
12.2023 - 12.2024
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of food and beverages.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication and teamwork among hall staff members.
  • Contributed to the success of numerous large-scale events by efficiently managing multiple tasks simultaneously under pressure.
  • Participated in post-event evaluations, identifying areas for improvement in future functions.

Bartender

DA808 Lounge
02.2023 - 12.2024
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
  • Plated food with attention to detail, ensuring visually appealing presentations, while also preparing and serving drinks with precision and decorative garnishes for an elevated guest experience. Plated food with attention to detail, ensuring visually appealing presentations with appropriate garnishes, while also preparing and serving drinks with precision and decorative garnishes for an elevated guest experience.

Education

Associate of Science - Culinary

Kapiolani Community College
Honolulu, HI
05-2027

High School Diploma -

Kalani High School
Honolulu, HI
05-2020

Skills

  • Bilingual: English and Japanese
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Team collaboration
  • Liquor, wine, and food service
  • Adaptable and flexible

Timeline

Hall Staff Member

Sumibiyaki Den
12.2023 - 12.2024

Bartender

DA808 Lounge
02.2023 - 12.2024

Server

Ichiriki Nabe Restaurant
10.2016 - Current

Associate of Science - Culinary

Kapiolani Community College

High School Diploma -

Kalani High School
Daisuke Kobayashi