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Emily Najafi

Ponte Vedra

Summary

Dynamic professional with experience at Palm Valley Outdoors, excelling in fast-paced environments. Proven ability to coordinate kitchen staff and maintain cleanliness standards while delivering exceptional customer service. Skilled in adaptive lesson planning and group instruction in yoga classes, fostering a positive atmosphere and ensuring client satisfaction. First aid trained, ready to contribute effectively.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Expo Runner

Palm Valley Outdoors
05.2025 - Current
  • Contributed to a positive team environment by assisting coworkers during busy periods when necessary.
  • Achieved a fast-paced work environment through focus on speed and accuracy while assembling dishes according to chef''s specifications.
  • Communicated food orders to chefs to execute priorities and special requests.
  • Handled high-pressure situations gracefully under stress, ensuring all orders were completed accurately and efficiently.

Yoga Instructor

Yoga Den
08.2024 - 06.2025
  • Educated clients on the benefits of a consistent yoga practice for stress reduction, improved flexibility, and overall mental clarity.
  • Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students.
  • Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation and other elements of yoga practice.
  • Offered one-on-one or small-group instruction for students needing additional attention and support.

Restaurant Hostess

Metro Diner
08.2023 - 06.2025
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by handling telephone inquiries while attending to in-person guest needs seamlessly.
  • Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm demeanor.
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Maintained an organized waitlist for busy times, ensuring efficient seating of guests.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL
05-2029

Creekside High School
Saint Johns, Fl
05-2025

Skills

  • Quick learner
  • Effective organizational skills
  • Maintaining cleanliness standards
  • First aid training
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Adaptive lesson planning
  • Customer service
  • Kitchen staff coordination

Certification

  • Certified Yoga Instructor (RYT-200)
  • CPR/AED certification

Timeline

Expo Runner

Palm Valley Outdoors
05.2025 - Current

Yoga Instructor

Yoga Den
08.2024 - 06.2025

Restaurant Hostess

Metro Diner
08.2023 - 06.2025

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

University of North Florida

Creekside High School