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Sam Cha

San Diego,CA

Summary

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. High-producing Warehouse Material Handler performs to meet facility's productivity and quality goals. Productively prepares materials for transport by palletizing, wrapping and loading while following safety guidelines and procedures. Thrives at physical distribution tasks according to prescribed working instructions.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner/Massage Therapist

Yaro Holistic Massage
10.2023 - Current
  • Increased satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Excellent customer service skills, be able to handle multiple

duties at once, and have a professional manner.

Student/Holistic Health Practitioner

Icohs College
02.2022 - 05.2023
  • Influenced positive behavior change among clients by utilizing motivational interviewing techniques during consultations.
  • Learn anatomy and physiology, plus hands-on training to practice different techniques or modalities. earn a massage therapy certificate and diploma
  • Educated patients on preventive measures, healthy lifestyle and procedures to achieve optimum patient outcomes.

Owner/Sushi Chef

Sushi Yaro
01.2011 - 12.2021
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
  • Maximized guest satisfaction with timely order completion during peak hours without compromising quality or presentation.
  • Mastered traditional Japanese techniques and fused them with local flavors, creating unique dining experience.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Used various types of knives, hand tools and utensils to fillet fish in preparation for sushi.

Owner/Sushi Chef

Sammy Sushi
07.2003 - 05.2010
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
  • Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
  • Contributed to a safe, clean work environment by adhering to strict food safety guidelines and maintaining a spotless workspace at all times.
  • Managed inventory effectively, reducing waste while ensuring the consistent availability of necessary ingredients for daily operations.
  • Maintained high-quality standards for ingredients by sourcing fresh, sustainable seafood from local suppliers.

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Royal Express Shipping Service
05.2002 - 06.2003
  • Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
  • Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
  • Reduced shipping errors through meticulous inspection of outgoing packages and double-checking labels.
  • Maximized warehouse space utilization by reorganizing storage areas according to product types, sizes, and turnover rates.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
  • Inspecting shipping containers to ensure they meet shipping
    regulations. Assembling daily orders by shipping location or any other shipping categories. Keeping records of packages including delivery notes, invoices

Warehouse Material Handler

FedEx
03.2001 - 11.2001
  • Located materials and supplies by pulling and verifying items on production orders.
  • Identified, communicated and resolved issues to avoid disruptions in material movement.
  • Supported quality control efforts by inspecting incoming shipments for damage or inconsistencies with purchase orders.
  • Sorted materials for scanning to meet production goals.

Motor Transport Operator/Interpreter

US Marines Corps
12.1996 - 12.2000
  • Maintained proficiency in tactical planning options and convoy defense techniques.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Inspect, operate, and manage medium and heavy motor transport tactical wheeled vehicles in a variety of terrain and
    weather conditions to transport troops, supplies, and equipment to support combat and/or garrison operations.
  • Enabled timely delivery of services to non-English speaking customers by translating written documents accurately and efficiently.
  • Interpreted conversations simultaneously to help both parties conduct business, handle medical needs or manage personal concerns.
  • Used my knowledge of several languages to assist with translation services, specifically Korean and Japanese.

Skills

  • Customer Relations
  • Employee Motivation
  • Inventory Tracking and Management
  • Quality Assurance
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Problem-solving mindset
  • Labeling and Tagging
  • Loading and unloading
  • Warehouse Safety
  • Shipping and receiving

Certification

  • Licensed Holistic Health practitioner
  • Certified Massage Therapist
  • Licensed OSHA Forklift Certification
  • Certified Korean Language

Languages

Korean
Native or Bilingual
Japanese
Full Professional

Education

BBA -

Laurus College
San Diego
11.2024 - Current

Timeline

BBA -

Laurus College
11.2024 - Current

Owner/Massage Therapist

Yaro Holistic Massage
10.2023 - Current

Student/Holistic Health Practitioner

Icohs College
02.2022 - 05.2023

Owner/Sushi Chef

Sushi Yaro
01.2011 - 12.2021

Owner/Sushi Chef

Sammy Sushi
07.2003 - 05.2010

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Royal Express Shipping Service
05.2002 - 06.2003

Warehouse Material Handler

FedEx
03.2001 - 11.2001

Motor Transport Operator/Interpreter

US Marines Corps
12.1996 - 12.2000
Sam Cha