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Brayden Pimental

Boone

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with a strong background in culinary management and client engagement at Basil's Fresh Pasta. Proven expertise in nutritional assessment and team leadership, consistently enhancing menu offerings and fostering collaboration. Adept at implementing sales strategies that elevate customer satisfaction and drive revenue growth.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Photographer

One Shot Photo
Boone
03.2025 - Current
  • Independently manage and execute photography events from planning to completion, coordinating with clients, team members, and venues to ensure smooth operations and high-quality results.
  • Engage with clients to present and sell photo packages, consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets through personalized service and product knowledge.
  • Effectively manage deadlines and project goals, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with client expectations.

Merschandise Associate

Lowes Home Improvment
Boone
02.2025 - 06.2025
  • Collaborated with other departments to coordinate promotional activities such as special events or discounts.
  • Reorganized sales floor to optimize customer flow and improve product visibility.
  • Constructed aisle displays and arranged end caps to promote specific products.

Assitant Kitchen Manager

Basil's Fresh Pasta
Boone
11.2022 - 12.2024
  • Developed menus, recipes, and plate presentations that complied with company standards.
  • Assisted with the hiring, training and supervision of kitchen staff.
  • Coordinated scheduling of cooks and other kitchen personnel to meet restaurant needs.

Shift Lead

Fresh Chef Kitchen
Charlotte
05.2021 - 08.2022
  • Managed store operations during absence of Store Manager or Assistant Manager.
  • Resolved conflicts between customers, employees, and vendors in a timely manner.
  • Planned and managed resources to consistently meet production, quality, and cost goals.

Education

Master of Science - Nutrition - Dietetics

Appalachian State University
Boone
05-2027

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition (Dietetics Concentration)

Appalachian State University
Boone, NC
05-2025

Minor - General Business

Appalachian State University
Boone, NC
05-2025

Skills

  • Nutritional assessment
  • Meal planning
  • Dietary guidelines
  • Client education
  • Culinary skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Client communication
  • Team leadership
  • Sales strategies

Accomplishments

  • Summa Cum Laude
  • GPA: 3.86
  • Chancellors List : Spring 2023, Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Fall 2024, Spring 2025
  • Deans List: Fall 2021, Spring 2022, Fall 2022

Certification

  • EMT- Certified Emergency Medical Technician
  • EVD- Certified Emergency Vehicle Driver
  • BLS- Certified Basic Life Support Provider

Timeline

Photographer

One Shot Photo
03.2025 - Current

Merschandise Associate

Lowes Home Improvment
02.2025 - 06.2025

Assitant Kitchen Manager

Basil's Fresh Pasta
11.2022 - 12.2024

Shift Lead

Fresh Chef Kitchen
05.2021 - 08.2022

Master of Science - Nutrition - Dietetics

Appalachian State University

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition (Dietetics Concentration)

Appalachian State University

Minor - General Business

Appalachian State University
Brayden Pimental