Kevin (Je-Min) You
Bartender
Calgary,AB
Summary
UBC Kinesiology graduate with over a decade of personal fitness and sports background. Adept at applying biomechanics, physiology, and injury prevention knowledge from academic and personal study. Skilled in client communication and high-energy team environments. Currently pursuing ACE certification to formally transition into the fitness industry. Passionate about performance, strength training, and helping others reach their physical potential.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Bartender / Bar Manager
Earls Kitchen + Bar
02.2023 - Current
- Delivered outstanding service in fast-paced, high-volume environments.
- Led bar operations, managed inventory, and trained new hires.
- Built strong customer relationships through communication and reliability.
- Demonstrated leadership, multitasking, and adaptability—skills easily transferred to coaching or gym settings.
Creative Director / VP Events
Plug Vancouver
09.2018 - Current
- Managed events, sponsorships, and branding.
- Developed creative campaigns and led internal team operations.
Sales Associate
Browns Shoes
06.2018 - 12.2019
- Delivered personalized service, consistently met sales goals, and managed inventory.
Expediter
Cactus Club Cafe
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Acted as liaison between kitchen and front of house, ensuring timely, quality food service.
Personal Training Assistant
Steve Nash Sports Club
12.2017 - 05.2018
- Shadowed certified personal trainers during client sessions.
- Supported program delivery for a variety of goals (fat loss, strength, rehab).
- Maintained equipment and ensured gym cleanliness.
- Gained firsthand exposure to client needs and programming.
Independent Gym Training & Athletic Experience
01.2012 - Current
- 12+ years of strength training, hypertrophy, and conditioning experience.
- Competed in high-level sports throughout childhood and adolescence.
- Applied kinesiology principles in personal programming and injury recovery.
- Mentored peers informally in exercise technique, goal-setting, and consistency.
Education
Bachelor of Kinesiology -
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC05.2023
Skills
- Strength & Conditioning
- Exercise Program Design
- Human Anatomy & Biomechanics
- Goal Setting & Progress Tracking
- Communication & Rapport Building
- Team Leadership
Certification
ACE Personal Trainer Certification, (In Progress)
Timeline
Bartender / Bar Manager
Earls Kitchen + Bar
02.2023 - Current
Expediter
Cactus Club Cafe
10.2018 - 06.2019
Creative Director / VP Events
Plug Vancouver
09.2018 - Current
Sales Associate
Browns Shoes
06.2018 - 12.2019
Personal Training Assistant
Steve Nash Sports Club
12.2017 - 05.2018
Independent Gym Training & Athletic Experience
01.2012 - Current
Bachelor of Kinesiology -
University of British Columbia
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