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Kohta Kodama

Honolulu,Hawaii

Summary

Dynamic professional with a strong work ethic and exceptional customer service skills developed as Manager at Nordstrom. Demonstrated ability to drive sales growth and foster team collaboration. Bilingual in Japanese and English, enhancing guest engagement and maintaining cleanliness standards in fast-paced environments.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

Izakaya Danji
01.2023 - 02.2025
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.

General Manager

Heart Moon
11.2022 - 02.2025
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.

Initiated operations for dining and bar establishment.

Manager

Sushi Sasabune
10.2010 - 11.2022

Coordinate and oversee scheduling tasks.

Handled acquisition and administration of restaurant supply inventory.

Enhanced customer engagement and satisfaction.

Maintained high levels of customer contentment.

Ensured compliance with food safety regulations.

Sales Lead

Inspiration Furniture
06.2018 - 06.2021
  • Trained, coached, and mentored new sales associates for maximum performance.
  • Provided ongoing coaching to team members, fostering a supportive environment that encouraged professional growth and skill development.
  • Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
  • Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly and offering tailored solutions to meet clients'' needs.
  • Exceeded sales targets consistently through proactive prospecting, relationship-building, and closing deals.
  • Enhanced client relationships through consistent communication and personalized solutions.

Sales Manager

Nordstrom
09.2008 - 11.2018
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
  • Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
  • Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.
  • Organized regular sales meetings to review progress, share best practices, and set achievable targets for continued success.
  • Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
  • Managed key accounts with strategic planning and relationship building, resulting in increased customer loyalty and repeat business.
  • Consistently met or exceeded quarterly sales targets through diligent effort and persistence in closing deals.
  • Overcame objections from potential clients by addressing concerns effectively and offering customized solutions based on their unique needs.
  • Provided ongoing training and mentorship for junior sales staff, fostering professional development and career growth.
  • Assisted in recruiting top talent for the sales team, contributing to a high-performing work environment.
  • Evaluated competitor offerings to adapt sales strategies and maintain competitive advantage.
  • Collaborated with marketing teams to create targeted promotional campaigns, driving customer engagement and sales growth.
  • Exceeded sales targets consistently, through strategic planning and execution of targeted sales initiatives.

Lead Server

Tonkatsu Ginza Bairin
01.2009 - 02.2014
  • Managed high volume dining periods with effective time management and strong multitasking abilities.
  • Promoted a positive workplace culture through teamwork, open communication, and mutual support among coworkers.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Oversaw daily operations of service team, delegated tasks, and trained new staff.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues through diplomatic acknowledgment and commitment to service.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure accurate and timely delivery of meals, resulting in higher customer satisfaction rates.

Manager

Ukulele House
02.2000 - 02.2007

Coordinated employee schedules.

Acquired ukulele.

Achieved and exceeded sales targets consistently.

Education

No Degree - Liveral Arts

Santa Monica Community College
Santa Monica, CA

No Degree - Liberal Arts

Kapiolani Community College
Honolulu, HI

Maryknoll High School
Honolulu, HI
06.2001

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Cash handling
  • Guest engagement
  • Customer service
  • Cleanliness standards
  • Safe food handling
  • High volume dining
  • Food running
  • Team collaboration
  • Sales expertise
  • Sales techniques
  • Japanese/English bilingual

Languages

Japanese
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Server

Izakaya Danji
01.2023 - 02.2025

General Manager

Heart Moon
11.2022 - 02.2025

Sales Lead

Inspiration Furniture
06.2018 - 06.2021

Manager

Sushi Sasabune
10.2010 - 11.2022

Lead Server

Tonkatsu Ginza Bairin
01.2009 - 02.2014

Sales Manager

Nordstrom
09.2008 - 11.2018

Manager

Ukulele House
02.2000 - 02.2007

No Degree - Liveral Arts

Santa Monica Community College

No Degree - Liberal Arts

Kapiolani Community College

Maryknoll High School