REONA MINAMI
London,Greater London
Summary
Highly proactive and multilingual professional with expertise in kitchen operations optimisation and food safety. Demonstrates exceptional skills in prioritising tasks, effective communication, and time management. Adept at using kitchen equipment, motivating staff, and ensuring a safe and efficient working environment. Career goal includes advancing to a leadership role within the culinary industry to further enhance operational efficiency and team performance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Kitchen Manager
Musashi-boh
London, Greater London
2025.01 - 2025.03
- Collaborated with front-of-house team to ensure smooth service during peak hours.
- Trained new hires on kitchen procedures, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
Kitchen Worker and Sales Representatives
Zen Musubi
London, Greater London
2024.10 - 2024.12
- Assisted in inventory management for efficient kitchen operations.
- Improved overall customer experience through timely dish preparation.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely to prevent accidents or damage.
- Provided after-sales support, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Kitchen Worker
Kizuna Ramen
City of Victoria , British Columbia
2023.09 - 2024.08
- Prepared ingredients for cooking, resulting in faster meal production times.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness by regularly cleaning work areas.
Kitchen Worker and front staff
Fujiya Japanese Foods
City of Victoria , British Columbia
2020.10 - 2023.08
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing issues and concerns.
Office Assistance
Shinkyusyu Crown and Lease
Fukuoka , Japan
2018.04 - 2019.09
- Improved office efficiency by managing administrative tasks and duties.
Kitchen Worker
McDonald's Japan
Fukuoka , Japan
2017.10 - 2018.12
- Streamlined food preparation processes to improve kitchen efficiency.
- Handled food carefully, minimising risk of cross-contamination between raw and cooked items.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Sport Management
Camosun College
Victoria 2020.01 - 2024.09
English
International Language Academic of Canada
Vancouver, British Columbia 2019.04 - 2019.12
High School Diploma -
Hitotsuba High School
Fukuoka, Japan 2018.01 - 2019.03
High School Diploma -
Hakuryo Senior High School
Fukuoka, Japan 2016.04 - 2017.12
Skills
- Multilingual (English, Japanese)
- Kitchen operations optimisation
- Able to prioritise tasks
- Kitchen equipment use
- Highly proactive attitude
- Food safety certification
- Staff motivation
- Communication
- Time-Management
Affiliations
- Workout, Reading, Musicals
Certification
Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety for Catering
Accomplishments
Recognized as an Outstanding Student for Academic Excellence during my school years.
Languages
English
Upper intermediate
Japanese
Native
Visa Status
Tier 5 Youth Mobility Scheme Visa (Exp. 01/09/2026)
Eligible to work full time legally in the UK
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Musashi-boh
2025.01 - 2025.03
Kitchen Worker and Sales Representatives
Zen Musubi
2024.10 - 2024.12
Kitchen Worker
Kizuna Ramen
2023.09 - 2024.08
Kitchen Worker and front staff
Fujiya Japanese Foods
2020.10 - 2023.08
Diploma of Higher Education - Sport Management
Camosun College
2020.01 - 2024.09
English
International Language Academic of Canada
2019.04 - 2019.12
Office Assistance
Shinkyusyu Crown and Lease
2018.04 - 2019.09
High School Diploma -
Hitotsuba High School
2018.01 - 2019.03
Kitchen Worker
McDonald's Japan
2017.10 - 2018.12
High School Diploma -
Hakuryo Senior High School
2016.04 - 2017.12