- Graphic Design
- Music
- I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
- Experimenting with different creative mediums, like water colors, spray paint, and pastels, to expand skills and techniques
- Drawing and Painting
- Interior Design
- Fashion
- Dance
- Photography
- Creative Writing
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- Avid Reader
- Animal Care
Justine Hadley
Virginia Beach
Summary
Dynamic artistic professional with a background in food preparation and restaurant experience at Taste Unlimited. Continuously recognized for enhancing production efficiency, multitasking, and an active style of working. Skilled in customer service, creating and maintaining relationships with customers and clients. With ability to foster collaboration and creativity, ensuring exceptional experiences while adhering to safety standards. Active professional dancer passionate about teaching and choreography, I try inspire students through engaging and innovative dance instruction.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Prepper
Taste Unlimited
07.2021 - 08.2024
- Increased production efficiency by ensuring timely preparation and organization of ingredients and cooking stations.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, resulting in fewer accidents and improved workflow.
- Safeguarded customer satisfaction by adhering to strict food safety standards during all stages of the meal prep process.
- Trained new kitchen staff members on restaurant policies, procedures, safety protocols, resulting in increased efficiency of the entire team over time.
- Completed high-volume orders within tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail in dish assembly and presentation.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper storage techniques and rotating inventory regularly.
- Worked closely with waitstaff to address special dietary requests or allergies from guests promptly and accurately.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large catering orders on time and without error.
- Assisted chefs with food preparation tasks, contributing to faster service times for customers.
Assistant Secretary
Music in Motion Dance Studio
06.2019 - 09.2021
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Managed sensitive information with discretion, ensuring the confidentiality of company documents and communications.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by effectively prioritizing tasks and coordinating resources.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Maintained accurate records using various database software programs for easy access to vital information.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients/vendors through excellent interpersonal skills.
Dance Instructor
Music In Motion Dance Studio
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Planned routines for recitals and performances.
- Fostered a supportive learning environment by promoting positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Worked in team-based environment to uphold quality and continuity of service to clients.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions.
- Implemented injury prevention strategies during warm-ups and cool-downs, ensuring safe practice for all participants.
- Communicated with students and parents in person, via email, and by phone to resolve issues and answer questions.
- Offered one-on-one instruction to students by appointment.
- Increased student retention rate with engaging choreography that challenged their abilities while maintaining enjoyment.
Education
High School Diploma -
First Colonial High School
Virginia Beach, VA06-2023
No Degree - Dance
Governor's School For The Arts
Norfolk, VA06-2023
Skills
- Creativity and Imagination
- Modern Dance
- Contemporary Dance
- Artistic flair
- Ballet
- Superb attention to detail
- Jazz
- Concept development
- Visual art creation
- Costume design
- Multitasking
- Performance background
- Customer service
- Strong organization
- Clear communication
- Schedule management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Client support
- Positive reinforcement
- Choreography expertise
- Teaching techniques
- Video editing
- Performance coaching
- Injury prevention
- Dance theory knowledge
- Classroom leadership
- Individual instruction
- Behavior management
- Motivation strategies
- Safety awareness
Certification
EBAS [Elemental Body Alignment System] Certified
EBAS or Elemental Body Alignment System was created by Scott Putman, this practice is a series of exercises that is designed for structural integrity and supported range of motion. Through anchoring and initiating movements via the pelvis, the body discovers its ability to efficiently articulate movement through experiential anatomy. For more detail go to this website: http://www.dance-teacher.com/2016/05/higher-ed-vcu-professor-scott-putmans-structural-reeducation-practice/
Interests
Timeline
Food Prepper
Taste Unlimited
07.2021 - 08.2024
Assistant Secretary
Music in Motion Dance Studio
06.2019 - 09.2021
Dance Instructor
Music In Motion Dance Studio
06.2019 - 09.2019
High School Diploma -
First Colonial High School
No Degree - Dance
Governor's School For The Arts
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