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Blue Onyx Orenstein

Esthetician
Chicago

Summary

Experienced fine dining server and customer service expert transitioning into esthetics with a passion for personalized skincare and client-centered wellness. Adept at reading clients' energy, customizing experiences, and building trust—skills that translate seamlessly into spa environments that were cultivated through years of high-end guest experience. Confident and professional in performing services, with a strong understanding of contraindications and allergens, safety protocols, and product education. Brings a warm, intuitive, and sales-savvy approach to every client interaction.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

PERILLA Korean American Fare
05.2024 - Current
  • Deliver attentive, personalized service to guests in upscale Korean BBQ setting with a focus on premium steaks, seafood, and traditional Korean accompaniments
  • Guide guests through the menu- explaining cuts of meat, preparation styles, and beverage pairing including wine, soju, and makgeolli.
  • Provide tableside grilling or provide clear instructions with confidence for a guest grilling experience, ensuring an optimal cook.
  • Ensure all dietary restrictions are meticulously accommodated, ensuring guest safety.
  • Anticipate guest needs, from repouring wine, refilling accompaniments, and adjusting grill heat.
  • Maintain dining room presence and provide silent service, allowing guests to enjoy their company.
  • Consistently upsell menu items, add ons, and specials contributing to a 15% increase in average ticket price
  • Adhere to fine dining standards of etiquette, cleanliness, presentation, ensuring and welcoming and warm environment that aligns with the restaurant’s brand and vision.

Server

Benihana
04.2023 - 04.2024
  • Deliver high-energy greetings to guests, ensuring readiness for a unique and exciting hibachi experience
  • Expertly introduce restaurant and menu within 3 minutes of seating
  • Efficiently serve drinks within 5 minutes of order placement, providing clear answers to all guest inquiries
  • Ensure all dietary restrictions are meticulously accommodated, ensuring guest safety.
  • Maintain presence near grills for guest assistance and chef support
  • Foster a lively dining atmosphere, boosting guest engagement and encouraging positive reviews to highlight outstanding customer service and overall dining experience.
  • Lead a team of servers, hosts, and bartenders and guests in celebratory songs to create memorable guest experiences.
  • Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of multiple server stations and seating areas, ensuring guest safety and comfort.
  • Effectively multitask serving multiple grills and multiple large parties.

Server and Bartender

Kale My Name
06.2020 - 01.2023
  • Successfully managed multiple front-of-house roles—including server, bartender, host, food runner, and expo—often during high-volume solo shifts
  • Accurately and efficiently processed dine-in and takeout/delivery orders using POS systems
  • Prepared house cocktails, poured beer, created drink garnishes, mixed house-made beverages, and maintained bar presentation standards
  • Delivered knowledgeable menu recommendations and ensured a consistently high level of guest satisfaction
  • Trained and onboarded new team members, providing guidance on service standards and workflow
  • Verified kitchen prep for special requests, packaged takeout orders, and coordinated timely delivery
  • Represented the brand at national food festivals, supporting event operations and guest engagement

Education

Licensed Esthetician - Esthetics

Mario Tricoci University of Beauty Culture
Chicago
10-2025

EKG Technician Certification - undefined

Triton College
04.2020

High School Diploma - undefined

Oak Park River Forest High School
05.2017

Skills

  • Technical Skills (ie Facials, Hair Removal, Body Treatments)
  • Client Relations
  • Skincare Ingredient Knowledge
  • Time Management & Organization
  • Spa retail sales
  • Client Consultation
  • Sanitation and Safety
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Detail Oriented

Timeline

Server

PERILLA Korean American Fare
05.2024 - Current

Server

Benihana
04.2023 - 04.2024

Server and Bartender

Kale My Name
06.2020 - 01.2023

EKG Technician Certification - undefined

Triton College

High School Diploma - undefined

Oak Park River Forest High School

Licensed Esthetician - Esthetics

Mario Tricoci University of Beauty Culture

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