Phat Tran
Opelousas,United States
Summary
Dedicated professional with demonstrated strengths in customer service, time management, and trend tracking. Good at troubleshooting problems and building successful solutions. Excellent verbal and written communicator with strong background cultivating positive relationships and exceeding goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sushi Chef
NHI
Lafayette, LA
09.2022 - Current
- Adapted quickly to shifting business needs during peak times, ensuring smooth kitchen operations.
- Mastered traditional Japanese techniques and fused them with local flavors, creating unique dining experience.
- Crafted seasonal menus to capitalize on fresh ingredients, boosting guest interest and repeat business.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
Certified Nail Technician
Angel Nail Salon
Opelousas, LA
01.2015 - Current
- Owner and operator of salon
- Created positive guest experiences with professional service and quality manicures and pedicures.
- Satisfied customers by consistently keeping to appointment times using good multitasking and time management abilities.
- Developed artistic nail designs based on customers' preferences and personal creative talents.
- Established strong client relationships through exceptional customer service and communication skills.
Sushi Chef
Tsubaki
Lafayette, LA, United States
11.2016 - 09.2022
- Prepared high-quality seafood, rice and ingredients for sushi.
- Contributed to a safe, clean work environment by adhering to strict food safety guidelines and maintaining a spotless workspace at all times.
- Established strong working relationships with colleagues through clear communication, teamwork, and mutual respect.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Maximized guest satisfaction with timely order completion during peak hours without compromising quality or presentation.
- Managed inventory effectively, reducing waste while ensuring the consistent availability of necessary ingredients for daily operations.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Collaborated with management to create seasonal menu options based on market availability and emerging culinary trends.
- Customer Service
Education
High-school diploma -
Acadiana high school
Lafayette, LA03.2009
Trade Certification - Welding
SLCC
Opelousas, LA08-2025
Skills
- Client service quality
- Training And Development
- Nail artistry
- Nail applications and fills
- Food safety oversight
- Multitasking
- Verbal And Written Communication
- Manicures and nail care
- Strong communication
- Inventory management
- Knife skills
- Japanese Cuisine Knowledge
- Food service operations
- Social perceptiveness
- Conflict Resolution
- Pedicure
- Kitchen operations
Timeline
Sushi Chef
NHI
09.2022 - Current
Sushi Chef
Tsubaki
11.2016 - 09.2022
Certified Nail Technician
Angel Nail Salon
01.2015 - Current
High-school diploma -
Acadiana high school
Trade Certification - Welding
SLCC