- I like partaking in and watching martial arts
- I love music, especially Hip Hop, RnB, and Techno
- I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
- I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- Gym Workouts
Jake Okazaki
Chicago,IL
Summary
Highly motivated culinary professional with experience in event coordination. Known for exceptional time management and attention to detail, delivering memorable dining experiences while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization. Can maintain composure under stressful situations and willing to learn further when a problem is present.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Fogo De Chão
Rosemont, IL
04.2024 - Current
- Prepared high-quality meats and vegetables using traditional Brazilian cooking techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations to ensure efficient workflow.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Assisted in training new staff on food preparation and safety protocols.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Event Coordinator
Vandalay Brands
Chicago, IL
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Coordinated logistics for events, including venue selection and vendor management.
- Assisted in developing event timelines and schedules to ensure smooth execution.
- Facilitated memorable experiences, overseeing creative direction of event themes, decor, and entertainment options.
- Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Illinois Chicago
Chicago, IL05-2028
Skills
- Time management
- Empathetic
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Cleanliness standards
- Knife skills
- Meat cutting
- Menu item memorization
Interests
Timeline
Line Cook
Fogo De Chão
04.2024 - Current
Event Coordinator
Vandalay Brands
06.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Illinois Chicago