Jennifer Otsuki
Yoga & Lifestyle Retreat Host
Marble Falls,TX
Summary
Enthused Yoga & wellness Retreat host experienced in group instruction, 1:1 classes, workshops & space-holding to allow for each individual to drop into themselves while feeling held & guided for a seamless and integrated experience.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Wellness Chef & Retreat Host
Self-employeed
1 2022 - Current
- Support hosts needs with meals, yoga classes, workshops, cacao ceremonies, meditation & breathwork.
- Create and execute menus for groups of 6-60 based on retreat format [sourcing supplies in a local, budget friendly and bountiful way per host vision].
- Provide complete nourishment and full mindbody experience to retreat guests.
- Adapt to various venues to ensure meal experience as a whole is in line with commitment to nourishment and overall event theme.
- Retreat Events & activities coordination [holding space and executing day of events].
- Design interactive workshops that encourage self-reflection, mindfulness practices, or creative expression as part of a holistic approach to wellness.
- Collaborate with venue staff to ensure a seamless and welcoming environment for retreat attendees, and that all evolving needs are exceeded.
Yoga Instructor Somatic Practicioner
Virtual To Destination
08.2022 - Current
- Trama informed somatic approach that allows patterns of tension to be released.
- Unique practice that combines a variety of therapeutic techniques such as breathwork, gentle qi gong movement, self-touch alongside asana postures to meet each student where they are in their practice today.
- Beginner/Intermediate or Advanced; Adept at Hatha, Vinyasa flow, and safe backbends sequence.
- Injury prevention by giving close attention to cueing proper body mechanics during yoga instruction.
- Collaborate with clients to develop personalized yoga sessions that address specific physical, mental, emotional, and socio-emotional needs.
- Have completed 600+hrs of in depth training(s) to expound on and anchor into a 16yr self-practice.
- Completed 200hr anatomy and physiology course, understanding the structure and function of the human body systems.
Head Chef and Operations Manager
Retreat In The Pines
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Create and execute seasonal menus, update and cost recipes, inventory and cost control.
- Host guests on weekly basis within a variety of retreat formats.
- Identified procedure or process changes required to improve performance and productivity.
- Oversee property and property Maintinence.
- Implemented new recipes and modern cooking techniques to continuously improve menu offerings and overall dining experience for guests.
- Optimized ingredient usage through meticulous waste tracking procedures, significantly reducing overall food waste levels.
Executive Chef
Mudhen Meat & Greens
01.2014 - 11.2020
- Part of pre-opening R&D, and concept design.
- Menu creation and execution with focus on nutritional and dietary needs.
- Ethical ingredient sourcing to include healthful, organic, local where possible and quality everywhere else.
- Front of house to back of house team building, staff education on intentional techniques and processes to instill top-down care for execution.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Designed seasonal menus showcasing fresh ingredients sourced from local growers, supporting sustainable agriculture practices.
- Developed custom menus for clients with specific dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring their utmost satisfaction during their dining experience.
- Participated in community outreach events such as charity dinners or fundraisers to support community outreach while promoting brand awareness.
Education
Culinary Arts
Texas Culinary Academy
Austin 11.2006 - 11.2007
Trauma Informed Somatic Release
Omhaven Yoga School
Seatlle, WA07.2022
Skills
Group and individual instruction
Breath & Meditation Techniques
Nutrition and Wellness integrated coaching
Virtual Classes to Destination Retreat Host
Workshop Facilitation
Trauma-Informed Approach with Gentle Technique
Visual Student Assessment and Safe Hand on assists
Adaptive Yoga Knowledge
Integrated Mindfulness Practices
Timeline
Yoga Instructor Somatic Practicioner
Virtual To Destination
08.2022 - Current
Head Chef and Operations Manager
Retreat In The Pines
01.2021 - 01.2022
Executive Chef
Mudhen Meat & Greens
01.2014 - 11.2020
Culinary Arts
Texas Culinary Academy
11.2006 - 11.2007
Wellness Chef & Retreat Host
Self-employeed
1 2022 - Current
Trauma Informed Somatic Release
Omhaven Yoga School