Hospitality professional with extensive international experience in boutique hostels, high-volume restaurants, and premier ski lodges. Expert in guest relations, operational support, and delivering exceptional service across 20+ countries.
Education
Mae Fah Luang University
Thai Language and Culture (2021-2026)
- Full-time scholar specializing in Thai language and cultural studies.
Experience
Thai Language and Culture May 2021–Present
Mae Fah Luang University
- Full-time scholar specializing in Thai language and cultural studies.
Property Maintenance & Support 2021–2021
Gerald's House
- Maintenance and logistical support in Lexington, Kentucky.
Work-Trade / Community Support 2020–2020
Helen's Home / Astral Ship
- Work-trade and community building in the Deiniolen mountains of Wales.
Work-Trade 2020–2020
Megan/Ben/Awen's House
- Eco-living and maintenance support in Machynlleth, Wales.
Healing Center Coordinator / Sound Bath Jun 2019–Nov 2019
Centered Holistic Health
- Coordinated front desk operations, managed scheduling, and facilitated sound bath sessions.
Bartender Apr 2019–Apr 2019
Keeneland Association
- Served during Kentucky's classic horse racing spring meetup (three week season).
Head of Operations 2019-06-11–2019-11-26
Kula Eats Vegan Food Truck
- Managed operations for a regional vegan food truck in Central Kentucky.
Server 2018-12-11–2019-02-17
Alta’s Rustler Lodge
- Table service and guest relations at a premier ski lodge in Alta, UT.
Server 2019–2019
Mellow Mushroom
- Provided high-quality table service in a high-volume restaurant environment.
English Language Teacher Jun 2018–Nov 2018
Chiang Mai University
- Educator within one of Thailand's top public universities, featuring a rich language program.
- Served as Agent Educator for the entirety of Chiang Mai Province.
Bartender Jan 2018–Apr 2018
21c Museum Hotels
- Bartending in a high-volume, upscale museum-centric hotel environment.
Action Plan Executor (APE) Jan 2017–Sep 2017
World Merit
- Executed action plans for global impact initiatives in London.
Floral Assistant and Contractor Jun 2015–Aug 2017
Jeanie Gorrell Floral Design
- Contractor for high-end events across Central Kentucky.
Chef's Assistant Feb 2017–May 2017
Marin Headlands Center For The Arts
- Partnered directly with Chef Damon to deliver an exceptional hospitality meal program for resident artists.
Front Office - Marin Headlands Feb 2017–May 2017
Hostelling International USA
- Managed front office operations and guest services in the Marin mountains.
Front Desk - Fisherman's Wharf Aug 2016–Feb 2017
Hostelling International USA
- Front desk management and city-center hospitality at a high-volume San Francisco hostel.
Hostel Operations & Auditor 2017–2017
Pal's Hostel and Pal's Mini
- Performed auditing and operational support for multiple boutique hostel locations in Budapest.
Renovation and Maintenance Summers 2015–2017
Historic Home Renovation
- Performed maintenance and renewed old features on the oldest home in Lexington, KY.
Restaurant Staff Jun 2016–Aug 2016
Kentucky Native Cafe
- Seasonal restaurant service in a high-traffic garden cafe environment.
Barista and Chef Sep 2015–Jan 2016
Common Grounds Coffee
- Dual-role performance in coffee craft and kitchen preparation.
Dishwasher Oct 2014–May 2015
Breaking Bread Bakery
- Essential backend operations and support for a busy local bakery.
Hostel Staff Mar 2014–Mar 2015
Hostelling International
- General staffing and operational support for budget-travel accommodations.
Event Staff 2015–2015
Crave Festival
- Balanced diverse roles: Musician Tent Staff, Ticket Sales, and Cleanup Volunteer.
Sous Chef Jun 2014–Aug 2014
Meze Wine Bar & Bistro
- Prepared high-quality Mediterranean cuisine in a fast-paced bistro environment.
Vineyard Assistant 2014–2014
Clos Saron (Work-Trade)
- Participated in work-trade for manual vineyard labor in Oregon House, California.
Farm Assistant 2014–2014
Bobcat Ridge Avocados (Work-Trade)
- Manual labor and farm support in Santa Cruz, California.
Fulfillment Associate Nov 2013–Dec 2013
Amazon
- Managed high-volume order fulfillment and inventory logistics during the peak holiday season.
Event Staff / Volunteer 2011–2013
Red River Gorge Rocktoberfest
- Supported event operations and festival logistics in Kentucky.
Construction Volunteer Jul 2012–Jul 2012
Oyate Oglala Sioux Reservation
- Volunteered in the construction of a school in South Dakota.
Volunteer Children's Guide Jun 2010–Jul 2010
The Buffalo Christian Center
- Led activities and guided children in Buffalo, New York.
Cabin Maintenance & Operations 2009-06-01–2009-07-28
Red River Gorgeous
- Operational support and cabin life maintenance in the Red River Gorge area of Kentucky.
Skills
- Bilingual: English and Thai
- Hospitality & Service
Achievements
- Grand Champion & Best Speaker - University-wide Debate Tournament (MFU)
- Sustainability project proposal at The House of Lords (British Parliament) for UN SDGs
- Solo-travel to 20 countries, self-funded via volunteer work (WWOOF)