Sakura Kataoka
Summary
Registered Dietitian from Japan with a background in nutrition education, culinary instruction, and individualized health coaching. Former competitive swimmer with a strong commitment to performance and athlete-centered support. Passionate about applying evidence-based sports nutrition to enhance elite athlete performance, and seeking to contribute to a professional organization such as the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Health Guidance Counselor
JMC companiny in Osaka
08.2025 - Current
・Provide individualized nutrition counseling based on health data
・Develop personalized dietary strategies to improve health outcomes
・Support behavioral change through continuous coaching
Lecturer At the culinary institute
Tsuji culinary institute in Osaka
07.2025 - Current
・Teach “Food and Nutrition” to culinary students pursuing professional careers
・Provide practical and evidence-based nutrition knowledge
・Support understanding of nutrition for performance and health
School Dietitian
Public elementary and junior high schools
04.2023 - 03.2025
・Developed and implemented nutritionally balanced school meal plans
・Managed food safety, sanitation, and kitchen operations
・Delivered nutrition education classes to promote healthy eating habits
・Increased student awareness of nutrition through interactive lessons
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition
Okayama Prefectural University
Okayama prefecture 04.2019 - 03.2023
Skills
- Sports Nutrition
- Meal Planning
- Nutrition Education
- Food Safety & Sanitation
- Individualized Nutrition Counseling
- Communication (English & Japanese)
- Team Collaboration
Additional Experience
- Former competitive swimmer with strong performance mindset
- Deep understanding of athlete needs and performance demands
- Scheduled to deliver nutrition seminars at a sports club (from April.2026)
- Actively developing expertise in sports nutrition and athlete support
Timeline
Health Guidance Counselor
JMC companiny in Osaka
08.2025 - Current
Lecturer At the culinary institute
Tsuji culinary institute in Osaka
07.2025 - Current
School Dietitian
Public elementary and junior high schools
04.2023 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition
Okayama Prefectural University
04.2019 - 03.2023