PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Busser

David Richards

House of Blues Orlando
San Marcos,TX
David Richards
6
years of professional experience

Dependable and hardworking NCAA Division I student-athlete with a Bachelor of Science in Sports and Exercise Science – Human Performance. Diverse experience in customer service, food service, recreation, and public safety. I can perform efficiently in fast-paced, high-pressure environments while balancing the demands of collegiate athletics and academics. I believe I bring strong leadership, adaptability, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences.

Work History

Busser (Seasonal)

2 Years
House of Blues Orlando | 01.2024 - 01.2026
  • Ensured clean, organized dining areas to enhance guest experience in high-volume restaurant.
  • Cleared, sanitized, and reset tables promptly to support efficient seating turnover.
  • Facilitated smooth guest flow during peak hours to assist servers and improve service speed.
  • Helped reduce customer wait times through efficient table turnover.
  • Worked collaboratively with restaurant staff in a fast-paced environment.
  • Smokehouse at House of Blues Orlando

Food Handler (Seasonal)

2 Years
Smokehouse at House of Blues Orlando | 01.2024 - 01.2026
  • Prepared customer orders while maintaining quality and food safety standards.
  • Balanced food preparation with customer service during busy meal periods.
  • Maintained clean food preparation stations following sanitation procedures.
  • Prepped meats and ingredients for future service.
  • Restocked refrigerators, freezers, and storage areas throughout each shift.
  • Packaged remaining food at closing and properly disposed of products outside quality standards.

Lift Operator, Aqua Guide, Instructor, Rental Op

3 Months
Sun West Lift Adventure Park | 05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Operated and monitored cable wakeboarding systems, ensuring guest safety through proactive measures.
  • Supervised inflatable water attractions while enforcing safety policies.
  • Taught beginner riders proper riding techniques and safety procedures.
  • Supervised inflatable water attractions, actively enforcing safety policies to maintain a secure environment for guests.
  • Performed daily equipment inspections and preventative maintenance.
  • Responded quickly and calmly to emergencies.
  • Responded swiftly and effectively to emergencies, minimizing risk and ensuring guest safety.

Production Team Member (Seasonal)

1 Year
The Honey Baked Ham Company | 01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Organized customer orders with accuracy during high-volume holiday seasons.
  • Organized customer orders accurately to ensure timely fulfillment during high-volume holiday seasons.
  • Assisted with stocking, inventory organization, and production efficiency.
  • Assisted with stocking and inventory organization to support production efficiency.
  • Met strict deadlines during peak demand, ensuring smooth operations.

OPS Safety Specialist / Lifeguard

1 Month
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park | 03.2020 - 04.2020
  • Ensured guest safety through continuous surveillance of aquatic areas.
  • Enforced park safety regulations and responded to emergency situations.
  • Maintained park cleanliness and conducted routine maintenance to enhance visitor experience.
  • Provided friendly customer service and assisted park visitors to ensure a welcoming environment.
  • Cut because of Covid

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sports and Exercise Science – Human Performance

West Texas A&M University | Canyon, TX | 12-2025
  • Degree completed through coursework at:

Bethune-Cookman University

West Texas A&M University

  • Currently completing remaining athletic eligibility for Track and Field (Decathlon) at Texas State University

Skills

Customer service
Food safety
Inventory management
Equipment operation
Food preparation
Public safety
Table reset procedures
Shift coordination
Sanitation procedures
Emergency response

Timeline

Busser (Seasonal)

House of Blues Orlando
01.2024 - 01.2026Read More

Food Handler (Seasonal)

Smokehouse at House of Blues Orlando
01.2024 - 01.2026Read More

Lift Operator, Aqua Guide, Instructor, Rental Op

Sun West Lift Adventure Park
05.2021 - 08.2021Read More

OPS Safety Specialist / Lifeguard

Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
03.2020 - 04.2020Read More

Production Team Member (Seasonal)

The Honey Baked Ham Company
01.2020 - 01.2021Read More

West Texas A&M University

Bachelor of Science from Sports and Exercise Science – Human Performance
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