Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Kayla Suter

Chili's Bar and Grill
Staten Island,NY
7
years of professional experience

Hospitality professional with a diverse work history in guest services and event coordination. Skilled in managing reservations, greeting guests, and providing exceptional customer experiences. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Highly organized with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Work History

Chilis Hostess

2 Months
Chili's Bar and Grill | 08.2026 - Current
  • Managed seating arrangements to optimize table turnover and enhance guest satisfaction.
  • Monitored dining room flow, adjusting seating plans proactively to accommodate peak periods effectively.
  • Welcomed guests, ensuring a positive first impression and seamless entry experience.

Hostess

5 Months
Chilis's Bar and Grill | 01.2026 - 06.2026
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and maintained friendly atmosphere throughout dining experience.
  • Seated patrons according to guest preferences and optimized seating availability.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of front-of-house areas to enhance guest experience.

Substitute Teacher

1 Year
Kokua Education | 01.2025 - 01.2026
  • Implemented classroom plans left by class teacher, ensuring continuity in student education and reinforcement of core concepts.
  • Maintained classroom routines, fostering supportive learning environments and ensuring consistent schedules for students.
  • Received frequent requests to substitute teach based on positive past performance.

Supervisor

2 Years 3 Months
The Beach House | 05.2023 - 08.2025
  • Supervised staff to ensure prompt and accurate preparation of food and beverage orders, enhancing service reliability.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Supervised staff training to improve team performance and operational standards.

Hostess

3 Months
Logans Roadhouse | 02.2024 - 05.2024
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere throughout dining experience.
  • Seated patrons based on guest preferences and seating availability.

Choir member

1 Year 1 Month
Rivermont Evangelical Presbyterian Church | 04.2023 - 05.2024
  • Enhanced choir performance by consistently attending rehearsals and practicing assigned music diligently.
  • Served as a section leader, guiding less experienced singers through complex passages or harmonies.
  • Participated in weekly rehearsals, ensuring consistent attendance and commitment to group goals.
  • Assisted in organizing choir events, coordinating schedules and logistics for performances.

Waitress

8 Months
O'Charleys | 03.2023 - 11.2023
  • Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
  • Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.

Personal Shopper

2 Years 1 Month
Walmart | 02.2021 - 03.2023
  • Maintained high satisfaction ratings by completing orders quickly and making good selections for customers.
  • Tracked substitutions and informed customers of changes.
  • Consistently met deadlines and quality goals for accuracy and timeliness.

Delivery Driver

8 Months
Call It a Wrap | 12.2019 - 08.2020
  • Maintained a high level of professionalism throughout interactions with both restaurant staff members and customers.
  • Provided excellent customer service by being friendly and courteous during interactions to increase satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Delivered packages efficiently to ensure timely arrival for customers.

Education

Master of Music - Opera Performance

University of Texas At Austin | Austin | 05-2026

Bachelors of Music - Music Performance

Liberty University | Lynchburg | 05-2024

High School Diploma - Music Endorsement

Fiorello H. Laguardia High School | New York | 06-2020

Skills

Teamwork and communication
Problem solving
Creativity
Interpersonal
Adaptability
Leadership
Phone etiquette
Effective multitasking
Customer service
Detail-oriented

Timeline

Chilis Hostess

Chili's Bar and Grill
08.2026 - CurrentRead More

Hostess

Chilis's Bar and Grill
01.2026 - 06.2026Read More

Substitute Teacher

Kokua Education
01.2025 - 01.2026Read More

Hostess

Logans Roadhouse
02.2024 - 05.2024Read More

Supervisor

The Beach House
05.2023 - 08.2025Read More

Choir member

Rivermont Evangelical Presbyterian Church
04.2023 - 05.2024Read More

Waitress

O'Charleys
03.2023 - 11.2023Read More

Personal Shopper

Walmart
02.2021 - 03.2023Read More

Delivery Driver

Call It a Wrap
12.2019 - 08.2020Read More

Fiorello H. Laguardia High School

High School Diploma from Music Endorsement
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Liberty University

Bachelors of Music from Music Performance
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University of Texas At Austin

Master of Music from Opera Performance
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Kayla Suter