Maina

Passionate Front of House professional with three years of experience in Japan and Vancouver, including barista work at Starbucks where I built strong espresso and latte-making skills, and bussing at a Japanese restaurant. Outside of work, I bake scones weekly, a reflection of my genuine love for coffee and pastry. I thrive in fast-paced environments, take initiative, and maintain a clean, organized workspace with a strong understanding of food safety practices.

A positive team player available up to 24 hours per week, including weekends.

Busser at Miko Sushi Restaurant

• Managed table turnover for a 35-seat Japanese restaurant, ensuring precise table resets between covers during high-volume dinner service
• Assisted guests with seating and provided attentive, welcoming communication in both English and Japanese
• Supported beverage preparation and delivery, maintaining speed and presentation standards during peak hours
• Collaborated closely with server and kitchen teams to ensure smooth, coordinated floor operations

Barista at Starbucks

• Prepared 20-50 beverages per shift during peak hours with maintaining speed and quality standards
• Built relationships with customers by offering personalized recommendations
• Kept the store clean, including counters, washrooms and equipment

Server at Busy Curry Restaurant

• Greeted customers, showed them to their seats, answered menu questions, and made recommendations
• Used a POS system to enter orders and process payments

Event Volunteer at BMO Marathon 8K (2026)

• Assisted with event logistics, including setting up stations, managing participant gear checks, and distributing water to runners.
• Coordinated start-line organization and provided energetic course marshaling to ensure a smooth race experience for participants

Essential Skills of Digital Marketing – Cornerstone International Community College

Bachelor of Medicine in Medicine – University of the Ryukyus (2018)