Weruschka Oosthuizen
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Published author and passionate writer with expertise in uncovering stories from ancient archaeological sites and diverse cultures. As a Neuroscience Empathy Coach (ACC), combines deep emotional understanding with creative expression. A seasoned chef experienced in leading kitchen operations, menu development, and team management, demonstrating a commitment to high standards of food safety and quality. Proven track record of enhancing dining experiences through innovative cuisine and effective leadership, resulting in elevated guest satisfaction.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Neuroscience Empathy Coach
ChrysalisNEC LLC
02.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: https://creativefriend.site.
- Successfully coached several clients to date, with various situations and goals to achieve.
- Client reviews are on my website.
- Life, career, relationships, personal growth, spirituality, breathwork, and meditation techniques are used with brain-based coaching with clients.
- I am becoming a Keynote speaker
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
- Provided guidance to participants in order to help them develop their skills and achieve desired goals.
- Attended coaching clinics and workshops to stay current with coaching techniques and trends.
- Created individualized plans and monitored the progress of the client towards set objectives.
Author / Writer / Voice over (ASMR natural voice)
01.2019 - Current
- Company Overview: https://a.co/d/gu9MGvn
- I received amazing reviews on my novel, INTENTIONS
- My numerous articles and blog posts on various subjects have made fantastic impressions
- I am currently working on A Story About Food and Learning To Breathe Again
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- Maintained a consistent voice and tone across all written materials.
- Crafted compelling copy that resonated with target audiences.
- Proofread and reviewed all print and electronic content to verify grammar, tone and creative quality.
- Conducted in-depth research on diverse topics to create accurate and engaging content.
- Managed multiple writing projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Applied strong writing, editing and proofreading abilities to each assignment to produce best possible content.
- Researched and edited content to ensure accuracy and quality of work.
- Implemented SEO strategies in writing to enhance online visibility.
- Obtained copyrights for completed work using established procedures.
- Conducted keyword research to optimize content for search engines.
Restauranteur and Executive Chef
Boer ‘et Roos Plaas Kombuis CC
01.2012 - 01.2019
- I conceptualized and managed a new restaurant brand based on authentic Afrikaner farm style, with an atmospheric blend of my personal travel experiences and seasonal availability of produce.
- South African favorite dishes, cooked with Mediterranean, Moroccan, and Indian flair.
- I am still friends with my patrons, who always beg me to open a restaurant again.
- Provided effective orientation and training to each new associate and developed ongoing training programs.
- Inspected equipment regularly to maintain safe working conditions in the kitchen.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Supervised dramatic changes to kitchens, adhered to health department standards and handled customer requests for healthier food options.
- Created new menu items, managed food expenses and supervised quality to ensure adherence to standards.
- Monitored meals served for temperature and visual appeal.
- Designed innovative dishes that incorporated global flavors into traditional cuisine.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff regarding reservations and table management.
- Coordinated and executed menu planning, recipe development and daily restaurant operations.
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
- Utilized local, fresh food products to support local economies and showcase community support.
- Reviewed orders from vendors to ensure accuracy and cost effectiveness.
- Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
Education
SLI Strategic Leadership -
Strategic Leadership Institute
02.2025
In house training - Fire Safety Officer; C
Phillips South Africa (Pty) Ltd
01.2007
Diploma - HTML Programmer and Secretarial
Triple AAA School of Advertising
01.1999
Diploma - HTML and Java Programming
Triple AAA School of Advertising
01.1998
In house training - Executive Assistant
Automakers SA (Pty) Ltd
01.1996
Chef -
Johannesburg SA Hotel School
South Africa01.1992
In house training - networking solutions
Reach Out Financial Services
01.1991
Matriculated -
Brooklynn College
Pretoria, South Africa01.1990
Course - Paramedic Introduction Course and first EMT course
St. Johns Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa01.1989
Highschool -
Afrikaans Girls Highschool
Pretoria, South Africa01.1988
Nail technician, beauty therapist, masseuse, kinesiology -
Skills
- Life coaching
- Coaching
- Spiritual
- Breathwork
- Author
- Writer
- Restauranteur
- Executive chef
- Grammar mastery
- SEO integration
- Visual presentation
- Content strategy expertise
- Strong research
- Skilled in Microsoft Office
- Effective communication
- Self-awareness promotion
- Interpersonal relationships
- Energetic personality
- Motivational leadership style
Websites
Hobbies and Interests
- Gardening
- Outdoors activities
- Meditation
- Yoga
- Fitness
- Reading
- Listening to music
- Cooking
- Creating art
- Creative writing
- Poetry
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Afrikaans
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Swahili
Professional
Hebrew
Elementary
Certification
- Neuroscience coach - SLI
Affiliations
- I love cycling, doing Tai Chi, and swimming as exercises in the warmer months.
- I pursue oil painting on canvas and writing poetry together continuing to finish the other novels I am working on. M debut novel, INTENTIONS has received amazing reviews and changed some lives for the better.
- Hosting dinners for my friends, plaing board games and cards on a Friday night is so much fun
- I love camping and hiking and really any outside activity.
- I am constantly attending seminars hosted by Tony Robbins, Dean Grasiozi, and Dr. Joe Dispenza.
- My favorite channels to watch are of ancient archeological sites and discoveries aroud the world and some NFL games.
Timeline
Neuroscience Empathy Coach
ChrysalisNEC LLC
02.2023 - Current
Author / Writer / Voice over (ASMR natural voice)
01.2019 - Current
Restauranteur and Executive Chef
Boer ‘et Roos Plaas Kombuis CC
01.2012 - 01.2019
SLI Strategic Leadership -
Strategic Leadership Institute
In house training - Fire Safety Officer; C
Phillips South Africa (Pty) Ltd
Diploma - HTML Programmer and Secretarial
Triple AAA School of Advertising
Diploma - HTML and Java Programming
Triple AAA School of Advertising
In house training - Executive Assistant
Automakers SA (Pty) Ltd
Chef -
Johannesburg SA Hotel School
In house training - networking solutions
Reach Out Financial Services
Matriculated -
Brooklynn College
Course - Paramedic Introduction Course and first EMT course
St. Johns Pretoria
Highschool -
Afrikaans Girls Highschool
Nail technician, beauty therapist, masseuse, kinesiology -
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