Blaze Costa
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Dynamic server with a strong work ethic and exceptional customer service skills, honed at Desi Vegas. Proven ability to enhance guest experiences through suggestive selling and effective team collaboration. Recognized for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization while managing multiple tables efficiently during peak hours.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Desi Vegas
111 Veterans Memorial Blvd
01.2026 - 08.2026
- Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring guest satisfaction through attentive and timely responses.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to deliver orders accurately and promptly during high-volume shifts.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area, enhancing overall guest experience and restaurant.
- Assisted in training new servers, sharing best practices for service excellence and menu knowledge.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, proactively communicating needs to management for timely replenishment.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Recommended menu items to guests, increasing engagement and enhancing dining experience through personalized suggestions.
Server
Tsunami Sushi
100 Lafayette St
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in satisfied customers.
- Improved dining experience by providing prompt, attentive service to guests.
Server
Fiery Crab
2572 Citiplace Ct
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
- Supported colleagues during peak hours, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall productivity levels.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
Referee
White Sands Beach Volleyball Complex
1001 N Al Davis Rd
09.2022 - 07.2024
- Enforced rules and regulations to ensure fair play during matches.
- Provided feedback to players on performance and areas for improvement.
- Promoted good sportsmanship among players.
- Kept track of time and scores during games
Referee
Coconut Beach Volleyball Complex
100 Coconut Beach Ct
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Enforced rules and regulations to ensure fair play during matches.
- Provided feedback to players on performance and areas for improvement.
- Promoted good sportsmanship among players.
- Kept track of time and scores during games
Education
High School Diploma -
Brother Martin Highschool
4401 Elysian Fields Ave05.2024
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Exceptional customer service
- Cash handling
- Memory retention
- Professional appearance
- Food running
- Team collaboration
- Table bussing
- Suggestive selling
- Task prioritization
- Positive and professional
Certification
Bar License
Timeline
Server
Desi Vegas
01.2026 - 08.2026
Server
Tsunami Sushi
01.2025 - 05.2025
Server
Fiery Crab
09.2024 - 12.2024
Referee
White Sands Beach Volleyball Complex
09.2022 - 07.2024
Referee
Coconut Beach Volleyball Complex
08.2020 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Brother Martin Highschool