Morris Safdie
Atlanta,GA
Summary
I lived most of my life in northern california. A passion and determination to do my best set me on a course from dishwasher to sous chef in under five years.
As a kitchen manager, I optimized guest relations and trained people with zero experience. My patience, humor, and relaxed demeanor allowed my trainees to feel comfortable around me and befriend me, which inspired them to perform at their peak levels and strive for improvement.
After earning a BA in English from UC Davis, I put my patience, empathy, drive, and humor to use in the classroom. I forged bonds of mutual respect and friendship with my students, and motivated them to keep striving and to keep learning.
Now in Atlanta, Georgia, I want to see what new skills I can master and how I can help bolster a new team.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Middle and High School Science and English Teacher
Headlands Preparatory School
Sausalito , CA
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Taught students with varying learning differences
- Aided in honing students' executive function skills
- Maintained classroom discipline and modeled correct behaviors.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Evaluated and improved student reading comprehension through personalized instruction.
- Corrected grammatical issues and imparted new rules appropriate to instructional level.
- Taught students how to express ideas in detail.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
After School Tutor
Independant Employment
San Francisco, CA
06.2019 - 03.2022
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Supported teacher instruction, thoroughly discussing concepts and designing custom practice questions.
- Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Collaborated with parents to develop appropriate tutoring lessons.
Substitute Teacher
Brandeis Hillel Day School
San Francisco, CA
12.2021 - 02.2022
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
Science Teacher
Hilldale school
Daly City, CA
03.2020 - 05.2020
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Long term middle school science substitute, Taught middle school biology, physics, astronomy, and psychology in person and via Zoom virtual school.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments and behavior.
- Offered clear and constructive student discipline, discouraging inappropriate behavior and bullying.
- Demonstrated willingness to accept feedback and make corrections based on advice from peers, parents and principal.
Kosher Supervisor/Front of House Team Member
Lchaim Sushi
San Francisco, CA
07.2018 - 12.2018
- Coordinated optimal guest relations from initial contact through final check-out to boost satisfaction and brand loyalty
- Sought out and implemented methods to improve service and team performance and boost business sustainability
- Established and enforced standards of personnel performance and service to provide customers with consistent and positive experiences
- Managed and collaborated with servers and staff members and effectively fostered team-oriented environment
- Worked with vendors to establish strong relationships and maintain proper inventory supplies
- Stayed ready for quick turnovers by pre-bussing tables.
- Serviced bathroom by cleaning surfaces and replacing soap.
- Assisted servers with delivering food, filling beverages and retrieving items for guests.
- Trained new staff in front-of-house procedures, customer relations and cleaning.
- Kept hostess station neat and clean with well-stocked supplies.
Ezra Counsellor
Camp Ramah Galim
Santa Cruz, CA
06.2018 - 07.2018
- Provided men on the spectrum with exposure to various potential career choices
- Assisted and lived with four young men with special needs to better understand each individual's skill sets and interest
- Supervised and facilitated activities and workshops geared towards each individual's interests.
Sous Chef
Uc Berkeley
Berkeley, CA
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Improvised and problem solved in volatile chaotic environment, and ensured 1000 meals were made a day.
- Maximized customer satisfaction and team performance through command-based structure and absolute control over staff actions
- Supervised all kitchen food preparation while operating in demanding, high-volume environment
- Helped staff adhere to restaurant requirements through effective motivation and discipline
- Trained cooks, food service workers, and student workers culinary techniques, increasing productivity and boosting workflow
- increased output and minimized waste.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
UC Davis
Davis, CA 09.2008 - 01.2019
Skills
Public SpeakingGuest Relations Experience
High capacity for improvising and problem solving
Motivational team management/Team player
Adept mediating and interpersonal communication
Experience in fast-paced work environment
OrganizedVerbal and written communication
Time management and executive function
Proofreading and editing
Event / workflow/ strategic planning proficiency
Marketing knowledge
Performance Optimization
Timeline
Middle and High School Science and English Teacher
Headlands Preparatory School
02.2022 - 06.2022
Substitute Teacher
Brandeis Hillel Day School
12.2021 - 02.2022
Science Teacher
Hilldale school
03.2020 - 05.2020
After School Tutor
Independant Employment
06.2019 - 03.2022
Kosher Supervisor/Front of House Team Member
Lchaim Sushi
07.2018 - 12.2018
Ezra Counsellor
Camp Ramah Galim
06.2018 - 07.2018
Sous Chef
Uc Berkeley
08.2017 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
UC Davis
09.2008 - 01.2019