Ethan Nakpil
SAN MATEO,CA
Summary
Business Administration student graduating in 2028 with a strong interest in professional development and real-world experience. Actively seeking internship opportunities to apply academic knowledge, strengthen business acumen, and explore diverse career paths. Recognized for strong interpersonal skills, resourcefulness, and a proactive, growth-oriented mindset.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Oh Baby Sushi Bar & Grill
Redwood City, CA
07.2025 - Current
- Provided high-quality customer service in a high-volume restaurant
- Efficiently manages 10+ tables per shift while maintaining accuracy and speed
- Boosted sales through effective upselling and menu recommendations
- Maintained excellent guest satisfaction and positive feedback
- Handled transactions and POS operations with accuracy
- Managed front-of-house operations independently during solo shifts, coordinating seamlessly with kitchen staff to ensure accurate and timely service
Banquet Server
Crystal Springs Golf Club
Burlingame, CA
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Set up banquet tables and chairs according to event specifications.
- Delivered food and beverages promptly to guests during events.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of dining areas.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal service.
Door-to-Door Sales Representative
Maplewood Marketing
Hayward, CA
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Conducted high-volume door-to-door outreach, engaging with 150+ households daily to promote phone services
- Delivered persuasive, customer-focused product presentations tailored to individual needs
- Built rapport quickly with prospective customers and handled objections effectively
- Demonstrated resilience and consistency in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
Sales Associate
Nordstrom
San Mateo, CA
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Assisted customers in identifying products to enhance shopping experience.
- Maintained store appearance through effective merchandising and organization.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily sales goals and improve service quality.
- Processed transactions accurately and efficiently at point-of-sale system.
Front of House Employee
Shake Shack
San Mateo, CA
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues.
- Operated POS system efficiently, processing orders and handling cash transactions accurately.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area, ensuring compliance with health standards.
- Assisted in training new team members on operational procedures and customer interaction techniques.
Education
BBA - Finance
San Jose State University
San Jose, California, CA2028
GED -
De Anza College
Cupertino, CA2026
High School Diploma -
Hillsdale High School
San Mateo, CA05-2025
Skills
- Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills; effective at building relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds
- Relationship-building and customer engagement
- Creative, outside-the-box thinker with strong problem-solving abilities
- Highly self-motivated with a strong drive and initiative
- Adaptable and comfortable in fast-paced environments
- Confident and persuasive communicator
- Resilient with a solution-oriented mindset
- Effective time management and organizational skills
- Ability to navigate objections and challenging conversations
- Team collaboration and coordination
- Very effective use of AI tools to research, generate ideas, and improve workflow efficiency
Accomplishments
- Developed strong interpersonal skills through engaging with individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering effective communication and collaboration
- Recognized for being highly personable, approachable, and able to build rapport quickly in team and customer-facing settings
- Demonstrated persistence and curiosity by actively seeking deep understanding of topics of interest
- Known for strong attention to detail and commitment to mastering new concepts and skills
- Self-motivated learner with a proactive approach to acquiring knowledge
Languages
English
Timeline
Server
Oh Baby Sushi Bar & Grill
07.2025 - Current
Banquet Server
Crystal Springs Golf Club
01.2025 - 05.2025
Door-to-Door Sales Representative
Maplewood Marketing
06.2024 - 08.2024
Sales Associate
Nordstrom
12.2023 - 06.2024
Front of House Employee
Shake Shack
06.2023 - 12.2023
BBA - Finance
San Jose State University
GED -
De Anza College
High School Diploma -
Hillsdale High School