Shingo Higashi
Los Angeles,CA90
Summary
To obtain a position that will enable to use my strong communication skills such as store management and customer services and abilities in multitasking job.
Managed 4 restaurants in Japan and 4 restaurants in U.S. from opening to establish companies and dealt with construction companies, health related department and advertisement companies. Learned Traditional Japanese Cuisine in Japan.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Store manager and Chef
Rakuten Ramen
04.2020 - 08.2023
- De cuisine -Ordering, Design Menu, F/L control, Hiring
- Employee development & training
- Focusing on Pandemic Countermeasure, and Health management
- Achievements: -Achieved 800K Doller against 2021 Target of 600K Doller （Achieved 133%）
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
Chief de Cuisine and Kitchen Manager
Ramen Koo
04.2019 - 04.2020
- Opened 1st and 2nd Location -Ordering, Design Menu, F/L control, Hiring, Dealt with Realtor
- Achievements:
- Achieved 1,200K $ against 2020 Target of 900K $（Achieved 133%）
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
Store Manager and Chef De Cuisine
Ramen Naruto
03.2015 - 03.2019
- One of the owners
- Managed and Supervised over all , Cooking, management, Educate employees, Customer service and so on
- Achievements:
- Achieved 1,400K Doller against 2018 Target of 1,000K（Achieved 140%）
- Achieved 800K Doller against 2017 Target of 650 K （Achieved 130%）
- Achieved 672K Doller against 2016 Target of 600 K （Achieved 112%）
- Achieved 580K Doller against 2015 Target of 500K（Achieved 116%）
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Scheduled and supervised all kitchen employees such as dishwashers and waiters.
- Created menus and designed corresponding recipes for Ramen Naruto
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
Chief de Cuisine and Kitchen Manager
Pington
03.2013 - 03.2015
- Ordering, Design Menu, F/L control, Hiring
- Achievements:
- Achieved 1,500K Doller against 2014 Target of 1,300K（Achieved 115%）
- Achieved 1,080K Doller against 2013 Target of 900 K （Achieved 120%）
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Managed Japanese, Chisese, and Latino crew mebers to work together
Store Manager
La Brea Dining, Ramen Jinya
07.2009 - 03.2013
- Managing store, Ordering, Design Menu, F/L control, Hiring
- Achievements:
- Achieved 1,950K Doller against 2010 Target of 1,700K（Achieved 114%）
- Achieved 1,620K Doller against 2010 Target of 1,200K（Achieved 135%）
- Achieved 700K Doller against 2010 Target of 500 K （Achieved 140%）
- Contributed to establish its first location and expand their business all over us, one of the biggest Ramen Noodle franchise restaurants in U.S.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Conducted training sessions to educate employees on best practices and procedures to increase profitability.
- Assessed reports to evaluate performance, develop targeted improvements, and implement changes.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Scheduled and supervised all kitchen employees such as dishwashers and waiters.
Chief de Cuisine and Kitchen Manager and Store Manager
Passion co. ltd Japan
04.2006 - 06.2009
- Managing store, Ordering, Design Menu, F/L control, Hiring
- Contributed to expand their business from the first one to third one in 3 years in Japan Store manager , Chef , General manager for all locations
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
Cook
Sevensea Diners co. ltd Japan
05.2003 - 04.2006
- Learn fundamental of restaurant business in managing and cooking such as Sushi and Traditional Japanese cuisine
- Assigned to run one of Standing Sushi Bar as Chef and Chef (2years)
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Sushi Chef
Niko Niko Sushi Los Angeles, sushi
05.2000 - 04.2003
- Learned Japanese and California Style
- Prepared high-quality seafood, rice and ingredients for sushi.
- Used various types of knives, hand tools and utensils to fillet fish in preparation for sushi.
- Educated guests on different types of fish and shellfish to aid decision-making on sushi orders.
Sales Representative
Senka Japan corp Japan
03.1998 - 03.2000
- Improved sales efficiency of ordering systems, organizing paperwork and analyzing sales introducing windows based software.
- Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Trained and mentored new sales representatives.
Sales Representative
BMW JAPAN
10.1996 - 03.1998
- Sales Coordinated for sales promotions and built efficient marketing systems
- Reduced labor cost improved number of car sales.
- Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Trained and mentored new sales representatives.
TOSHIBA Engineering Corp
03.1991 - 10.1996
- Engaged in design plan and making systems for nuclear power plants, thermal power generation plant and linear mortar car.
Education
Web design certificate -
Santa Monica College
2003
Skills
- QUALIFICATIONS/SPECIAL SKILLS
- Strong Communication skills
- Knowledge of Japanese cuisine and cooking skills
- Food manager certification
Languages
Japanese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Store manager and Chef
Rakuten Ramen
04.2020 - 08.2023
Chief de Cuisine and Kitchen Manager
Ramen Koo
04.2019 - 04.2020
Store Manager and Chef De Cuisine
Ramen Naruto
03.2015 - 03.2019
Chief de Cuisine and Kitchen Manager
Pington
03.2013 - 03.2015
Store Manager
La Brea Dining, Ramen Jinya
07.2009 - 03.2013
Chief de Cuisine and Kitchen Manager and Store Manager
Passion co. ltd Japan
04.2006 - 06.2009
Cook
Sevensea Diners co. ltd Japan
05.2003 - 04.2006
Sushi Chef
Niko Niko Sushi Los Angeles, sushi
05.2000 - 04.2003
Sales Representative
Senka Japan corp Japan
03.1998 - 03.2000
Sales Representative
BMW JAPAN
10.1996 - 03.1998
TOSHIBA Engineering Corp
03.1991 - 10.1996
Web design certificate -
Santa Monica College
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