Sojata Thach
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Nakama LLC, excelling in food safety management and vendor relationships. Proven track record in enhancing customer satisfaction and reducing waste through effective inventory management. Adept at multitasking and fostering teamwork, consistently delivering high-quality service in fast-paced environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef/Manager Nakama Food Truck
Nakama Express LLC
Pittsburgh, PA
07.2020 - 03.2025
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, cutting operational costs while maintaining quality of service.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, contributing to a positive customer experience.
- Managed cash register operations accurately, maintaining proper cash balances at the end of each shift.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation, adhering to local health codes and regulations.
Sushi Chef/ Manager
Nakama LLC
Pittsburgh, PA Carnegie Mellon University Branch
08.2012 - 05.2020
- 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.
- 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.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Maintained high-quality standards for ingredients by sourcing fresh, sustainable seafood from local suppliers.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Management
California State University, Fresno
Fresno, CA05-2009
Associate of Science - Business Administration
West Hills College
Lemoore, CA12-2006
Skills
- Food safety
- Food safety regulations
- Culinary expertise
- Supply ordering
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Food safety management
- Safe food handling
- Purchasing
- Vendor relationships
- Supply management
- Teamwork
- Multitasking
Timeline
Chef/Manager Nakama Food Truck
Nakama Express LLC
07.2020 - 03.2025
Sushi Chef/ Manager
Nakama LLC
08.2012 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Management
California State University, Fresno
Associate of Science - Business Administration
West Hills College