Jen Dostie
Winter Park,FL
Summary
Throughout my life's journey, and especially in overcoming recent health challenges, I've discovered fresh perspectives and embraced the need to think innovatively. I firmly believe that life isn't defined by the obstacles we encounter, but by how we choose to respond and adapt. My passion lies in unlocking our inner potential and harnessing the power of the mind to accomplish what might initially seem insurmountable. I deeply believe in the vast capabilities of humanity, emphasizing that our achievements aren't solely dictated by circumstances, but by our unwavering determination to realize our envisioned goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Small Business Co-Owner
Dostie Productions Inc.
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Advertised products and services online, social media and through traditional campaigns to target ideal consumers.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
- Operated as CFO for the company, managing all tasks related to: accounts receivable, accounts payable, account reconciling, payroll, and tax preparation.
Assistant Trainer
CrossFit Orlando
02.2015 - 01.2016
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
- Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
- Designed specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
- Developed, planned, and led personal and group fitness sessions as well as well-known specialty fitness programs.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
- Motivated participants through one-on-one instruction and positive feedback.
- Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
- Promoted fitness classes to boost gym attendance.
- Filed, organized and archived training materials to support future training sessions.
Small Business Owner
Purely Raw
03.2011 - 06.2013
- Owned and managed food truck providing raw food organic foods
- Managed marketing campaigns and organized locations of service.
- Advertised products and services online, social media and through traditional campaigns to target ideal consumers.
- Designed business plan to define concept, short-term and long-term goals and strategies.
- Packaged food items for shipment and organized orders for delivery.
Freelance Chef
Hoovers Market
02.2012 - 12.2012
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure and verified quality of products
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
- Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
Pastry Chef
Healthy Chef Creations
01.2012 - 12.2012
- Oversaw all menu planning, purchasing, storage, use of kitchen supplies, and detailed production schedule For daily turnaround of products.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to guarantee timely delivery of all pastries, cakes and desserts.
- Produced allergy-friendly gluten-, dairy- and egg-free variations of classic recipes.
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, safety standards, taste, and presentation.
Sales and Customer Service
Life Extension Nutrition Center
03.2007 - 12.2007
- Retail sales of vitamins and supplements.
- Worked with client to customize nutritional protocols For individual needs.
- Answering of phones, stocked shelves, processed orders and service requests.
- Maintained working knowledge of products, accounts, representatives, tools and systems.
Massage Therapist
Various
04.1999 - 04.2007
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients through professional communication and follow-up to increase satisfactions and build rapport.
- Managed administrative tasks such as; Booking appointments, answering phones, greeted clients, cleaned and prepared treatment rooms, and handled payments.
- Assessed medical histories and conditions of clients to determine contraindications to massage services
Education
Pilates Instructor
Power Pilates Comprehensive Program
01.2025
Power Pilates Mat Level Two
11.2023
Mat Level One
Power Pilates
10.2023
Associate of Arts - Massage Therapy
Florida College of Natural Health
Maitland, FL01.1999
Skills
- Entrepreneur
- Problem solving
- Calm and Professional Under Pressure
- Customer Assistance
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Time management
Timeline
Small Business Co-Owner
Dostie Productions Inc.
01.2016 - 01.2020
Assistant Trainer
CrossFit Orlando
02.2015 - 01.2016
Freelance Chef
Hoovers Market
02.2012 - 12.2012
Pastry Chef
Healthy Chef Creations
01.2012 - 12.2012
Small Business Owner
Purely Raw
03.2011 - 06.2013
Sales and Customer Service
Life Extension Nutrition Center
03.2007 - 12.2007
Massage Therapist
Various
04.1999 - 04.2007
Pilates Instructor
Power Pilates Comprehensive Program
Power Pilates Mat Level Two
Mat Level One
Power Pilates
Associate of Arts - Massage Therapy
Florida College of Natural Health
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