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Jada Nakagawa

Hermosa Beach

Summary

My various positions within the food industry have taught me the importance of strict sanitization standards, how to multitask in high-stress environments and the best methods of tracking and organizing materials. I am experienced in managing customer interactions and ensuring pleasant dining experiences, as well as working directly with food and food materials in a clean and efficient manner. Working with children of differing abilities requires immense patience and understanding, which has vastly improved my communication skills and problem-solving capabilities. As a meeting recorder, I learned how to track fast-paced conversations, and got hands-on experience in political think tank conversations, integrating diverse perspectives and educating others.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Waitress and Hostess

Hook and PLow
06.2023 - 01.2024
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
  • Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
  • Organized materials, reservations, and handled customer service communications

Food Preparation Worker

Practical Magic
06.2023 - 01.2024
  • Kept workstation and equipment clean, organized, sanitized, and sufficiently stocked.
  • Organized storage spaces and installed new units to ensure efficiency
  • Sanitized work surfaces between food preparation, avoiding cross-contamination and maintaining food safety guidelines.
  • Demonstrated punctuality and reliability in consistently arriving for scheduled shifts to meet service demands.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Packaged and stored food products following proper handling and preservation methods.


Citizen's Assembly Recorder

Democracy Together
06.2022 - 07.2022
  • Enhanced accuracy in record-keeping by diligently reviewing and verifying all incoming documents before storage.
  • Managed confidential information with the utmost discretion, ensuring privacy and maintaining trust between stakeholders involved in sensitive matters.
  • Collaborated with diverse participants, from politicians to teachers, to discuss the advancement of democratic practices and give citizens a greater voice in policy decisions.

Baking Assistant

Hermosa Pie and Cake Company
06.2019 - 08.2019
  • Improved bakery efficiency by assisting in the preparation of dough, fillings, and other baking components.
  • Ensured proper storage conditions for perishable items, preventing spoilage and maintaining freshness of products.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to sanitation guidelines and safety procedures.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new techniques when introduced to unfamiliar recipes or equipment.

Camp Counselor in Training

Destination Science
05.2019 - 07.2019
  • Led groups of children safely through a variety of camp activities.
  • Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
  • Worked with children of varying ages, interests, skills, and developmental levels.
  • Developed excellent time-management skills by balancing multiple tasks simultaneously in fast-paced environments.
  • Worked with neurodivergent and disabled children, providing appropriate accommodations and ensuring inclusion in all group activities.

Education

Political Science

NYU
New York, NY
05-2027

High School Diploma -

Chadwick Highschool
Palos Verdes
05-2023

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Strong multitasking
  • Greeting guests
  • Team collaboration
  • Education
  • Writing
  • Digital Media

Languages

French
Limited Working
Japanese
Elementary

Timeline

Waitress and Hostess

Hook and PLow
06.2023 - 01.2024

Food Preparation Worker

Practical Magic
06.2023 - 01.2024

Citizen's Assembly Recorder

Democracy Together
06.2022 - 07.2022

Baking Assistant

Hermosa Pie and Cake Company
06.2019 - 08.2019

Camp Counselor in Training

Destination Science
05.2019 - 07.2019

Political Science

NYU

High School Diploma -

Chadwick Highschool
Jada Nakagawa