Food and Fitness Professional
Experience
Life Coach and Yoga Teacher - Traveling
| OCT2018- Present
Independently teaching an array of yoga styles including hatha, vinyasa, yin, power,
mediation, to guests of hotels, hostels, retreats and events.
Kensho Martial Arts · Chicago, Illinois | MAR2016- JAN2018 Family owned Mixed Martial Arts Gym for all ages.
Managed full size classes, opening and closing procedures, as well as new client sign up and file maintenance.
CHILDREN’S MMA/MUAY THAI INSTRUCTOR
Lead different age based classes ranging from 3 to 17 years. Drilled physical and mental
discipline and accentuated moral character building.
ADULT KICKBOXING INSTRUCTOR
HIIT combined with kickboxing drills and techniques to promote full body cardiovascular and muscular strength.
L&T Health &Fitness · Chicago, Illinois | AUG2014 - August 2018 A leader in worksite wellness programs
Developed a comprehensive knowledge of wellness center facilities and operations in order to provide wellness center members and members of the public with tours, information and guidance; Coordinated day-to-day operations.
YOGA TEACHER | DEC2015-2018
PERSONAL TRAINER AND GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR | DEC2014 -2018
Designed fun and safe fitness programs and classes for members of the corporate wellness
center. Lead Yoga, Pilates, Spin, kickboxing. HITT
WELLNESS CENTER ASSISTANT | NOV2014 -2018
In charge of general administration and reports. Provided general information and initial
consultation to potential members. Assessed members use of fitness equipment and guided
them with proper use and care n Designed and instructed well-rounded and safe fitness
programs to keep members engaged and on track with their fitness goals.
WELLNESS CENTER INTERN | AUG 2014 -NOV2014
Utilized PTontheN------------, the worlds most comprehensive resource for fitness education, and
ACSM guidelines to design and teach full fitness programs to individuals with a wide range of
fitness abilities. Designed and taught at least 6 group exercise classes per week and
conducted an average of two weekly full physical fitness assessments. Prepared material and
instructed five weekly health/ prevention seminars and created and implemented a two
week nutrition
wellness incentive program with thirteen participants. Reviewed tests / questionnaire results
with members to develop tailored fitness programs. Assisted in member recruitment by
creating promotional ideas and material.Lead new member orientation and tours to educate
on facility policy and procedures n In charge of administrative tasks: paperwork, filing, and
monthly reports to client n Kept the facility up to safety code and standard; Scored 100% on
annual site inspection
Education BACHELOR OF SCIENCE | Iowa State University · Ames, Iowa
Major: Kinesiology and Health. Minor: Psychology
Certifications INTERNATIONAL YOGA CERTIFICATION 500 HR | NEPAL YOGA HOME PERSONAL TRAINER | ACE
GROUP EXERCISE | AFAA
CPR, FIRST AID, AED | AMERICAN RED CROSS
References Provided upon request
EXPERIENCE
01/2020- Present Assistant ManagerCraft Cocktail Speakeasy Restaurant and Bar
06/19- 01/2020 Rooftop Server/ Banquet Server, Boleo- The Kimpton Gray Hotel
Responsible for organization of bar and food service before events
Anticipated and fulfilled guest needs and requests with precision and a smile
01/2019-06/19 Barback, The Gray- Kimpton, Boleo, Volume 39
Full Bar Set up and breakdown for service
Attentive and anticipatory of bartenders needs.
10/2014- 09/2018 Banquet Server, The Second City, Chicago, IL
Supervised FOH staff and service
Trained new hires
09/14- 04/15 Server, Basil Leaf Cafe, Chicago, IL
Maintained excellent menu knowledge for best pairing suggestions
Consistently exceeded sales goals by effectively up-selling
Ensured prompt and courteous attention to customers needs while providing superb overall customer support
07/11-8/14 Server, Red Lobster, Cedar Rapids/Ames, IA
Helped implement “VIP” teamwork service standard to New location
Maintained clean and functional working environment for optimal high volume service
Provided wine presentations and recommendations to a discerning clientele
Trained new hires
01/12-06/12 Server, Greeter, Walt Disney World-Cinderella’s Royal Table
Pecos Bills and Main Street Bakery- Orlando, FL
9/10-01/12 Server/Host/Delivery Driver/cook Happy Joe’s Pizza, Cedar Rapids, IA
8/09-01/11 Server/Host/Cook/Trainer, Buffalo Wild Wings
EDUCATION Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology and Health, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa
National Yoga Alliance- 500 hr
CERTIFICATIONS Basset Alcohol and Food Handler Certification- IL, IA. CPR, First Aid, and AED (American Red Cross),
Experience
Life Coach and Yoga Teacher - Traveling
| OCT2018- Present
Independently teaching an array of yoga styles including hatha, vinyasa, yin, power,
mediation, to guests of hotels, hostels, retreats and events.
Kensho Martial Arts · Chicago, Illinois | MAR2016- JAN2018 Family owned Mixed Martial Arts Gym for all ages.
Managed full size classes, opening and closing procedures, as well as new client sign up and file maintenance.
CHILDREN’S MMA/MUAY THAI INSTRUCTOR
Lead different age based classes ranging from 3 to 17 years. Drilled physical and mental
discipline and accentuated moral character building.
ADULT KICKBOXING INSTRUCTOR
HIIT combined with kickboxing drills and techniques to promote full body cardiovascular and muscular strength.
L&T Health &Fitness · Chicago, Illinois | AUG2014 - August 2018 A leader in worksite wellness programs
Developed a comprehensive knowledge of wellness center facilities and operations in order to provide wellness center members and members of the public with tours, information and guidance; Coordinated day-to-day operations.
YOGA TEACHER | DEC2015-2018
PERSONAL TRAINER AND GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR | DEC2014 -2018
Designed fun and safe fitness programs and classes for members of the corporate wellness
center. Lead Yoga, Pilates, Spin, kickboxing. HITT
WELLNESS CENTER ASSISTANT | NOV2014 -2018
In charge of general administration and reports. Provided general information and initial
consultation to potential members. Assessed members use of fitness equipment and guided
them with proper use and care n Designed and instructed well-rounded and safe fitness
programs to keep members engaged and on track with their fitness goals.
WELLNESS CENTER INTERN | AUG 2014 -NOV2014
Utilized PTontheN------------, the worlds most comprehensive resource for fitness education, and
ACSM guidelines to design and teach full fitness programs to individuals with a wide range of
fitness abilities. Designed and taught at least 6 group exercise classes per week and
conducted an average of two weekly full physical fitness assessments. Prepared material and
instructed five weekly health/ prevention seminars and created and implemented a two
week nutrition
wellness incentive program with thirteen participants. Reviewed tests / questionnaire results
with members to develop tailored fitness programs. Assisted in member recruitment by
creating promotional ideas and material.Lead new member orientation and tours to educate
on facility policy and procedures n In charge of administrative tasks: paperwork, filing, and
monthly reports to client n Kept the facility up to safety code and standard; Scored 100% on
annual site inspection
Education BACHELOR OF SCIENCE | Iowa State University · Ames, Iowa
Major: Kinesiology and Health. Minor: Psychology
Certifications INTERNATIONAL YOGA CERTIFICATION 500 HR | NEPAL YOGA HOME PERSONAL TRAINER | ACE
GROUP EXERCISE | AFAA
CPR, FIRST AID, AED | AMERICAN RED CROSS
References Provided upon request
EXPERIENCE
01/2020- Present Assistant ManagerCraft Cocktail Speakeasy Restaurant and Bar
06/19- 01/2020 Rooftop Server/ Banquet Server, Boleo- The Kimpton Gray Hotel
Responsible for organization of bar and food service before events
Anticipated and fulfilled guest needs and requests with precision and a smile
01/2019-06/19 Barback, The Gray- Kimpton, Boleo, Volume 39
Full Bar Set up and breakdown for service
Attentive and anticipatory of bartenders needs.
10/2014- 09/2018 Banquet Server, The Second City, Chicago, IL
Supervised FOH staff and service
Trained new hires
09/14- 04/15 Server, Basil Leaf Cafe, Chicago, IL
Maintained excellent menu knowledge for best pairing suggestions
Consistently exceeded sales goals by effectively up-selling
Ensured prompt and courteous attention to customers needs while providing superb overall customer support
07/11-8/14 Server, Red Lobster, Cedar Rapids/Ames, IA
Helped implement “VIP” teamwork service standard to New location
Maintained clean and functional working environment for optimal high volume service
Provided wine presentations and recommendations to a discerning clientele
Trained new hires
01/12-06/12 Server, Greeter, Walt Disney World-Cinderella’s Royal Table
Pecos Bills and Main Street Bakery- Orlando, FL
9/10-01/12 Server/Host/Delivery Driver/cook Happy Joe’s Pizza, Cedar Rapids, IA
8/09-01/11 Server/Host/Cook/Trainer, Buffalo Wild Wings
EDUCATION Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology and Health, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa
National Yoga Alliance- 500 hr
CERTIFICATIONS Basset Alcohol and Food Handler Certification- IL, IA. CPR, First Aid, and AED (American Red Cross),