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Robert Pippin

Bristol,TN

Summary

Over a decade in fine dining—serving high expectations with a smile sharp enough to cut filet. I’ve sold rare wine to skeptics, read a room in seconds, and built loyalty one handshake at a time. Then I shifted gears and picked up the tattoo machine, selling permanent art to people chasing meaning, adrenaline, or both. I’ve made a career out of turning conversations into commitments. I know how to listen, how to persuade, and how to close—whether it’s a $300 bottle or a back piece on layaway. I bring hustle, grit, and an unshakable belief that sales isn’t just a job—it’s a performance. And I always show up ready.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Sushi Chef

620 State Restaurant & Venue
04.2025 - Current
  • Expertly prepare traditional and modern sushi dishes with precision and artistry, ensuring high standards of taste, presentation, and food safety.
  • Manage sushi bar operations efficiently, including ingredient sourcing, inventory control, and customer interaction, contributing to elevated dining experiences and repeat clientele.
  • Independently prepare and roll over 200 high-quality sushi rolls each week in a single day, demonstrating precision, consistency, and efficiency in a high-volume production environment.
  • Ran a tight mise en place to keep operations smooth, fast, and consistently on point.

Licensed Tattoo Artist

Wolfman Tat2
10.2024 - Current
  • Built and maintained strong client relationships through trust, clear communication, and personalized service—ensuring repeat business and word-of-mouth growth.
  • Consulted with clients to understand their vision and deliver a tailored product—mirroring the consultative sales approach critical in food distribution.
  • Demonstrated precision, time management, and focus under pressure—completing complex, detail-oriented work on strict timelines.

Licensed Tattoo Artist

Timeless Ritual
12.2023 - 10.2024
  • Coordinated schedules and managed workflow for a team of 6 tattoo artists—balancing client needs, artist availability, and shop efficiency, mirroring the logistical and relationship management demands of a territory-based sales role.
  • Managed scheduling, inventory, and client records independently—balancing operational tasks while keeping customer satisfaction the top priority.
  • Sold services and artwork in a competitive market by clearly communicating value, building rapport, and closing with confidence.

Sous Chef

Hickory, at Nicewonder Farm & Vineyards
03.2021 - 12.2023
  • Oversaw food preparation during peak service hours, ensuring rapid order execution while maintaining strict standards for quality, consistency, and presentation.
  • Effectively trained kitchen staff to execute diverse prep tasks with speed and precision in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
  • Strategically planned and led high-volume food preparation operations in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and quality.
  • Optimized inventory management to significantly reduce food waste, driving measurable cost savings and improving overall operational efficiency.
  • Led a 15-member team, overseeing food prep operations and delivering effective training to boost performance and maintain quality control.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hickory High
Chesapeake, VA
06.2010

Skills

  • Client relationship management
  • Effective verbal communication
  • Time and task prioritization
  • Team scheduling coordination
  • High-pressure decision making

Timeline

Sushi Chef

620 State Restaurant & Venue
04.2025 - Current

Licensed Tattoo Artist

Wolfman Tat2
10.2024 - Current

Licensed Tattoo Artist

Timeless Ritual
12.2023 - 10.2024

Sous Chef

Hickory, at Nicewonder Farm & Vineyards
03.2021 - 12.2023

High School Diploma -

Hickory High
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