TAYIA NAOMI KAHANANUI
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Confident and outgoing hospitality professional with proven experience delivering exceptional service in high-volume, fast-paced environments. Skilled at engaging guests, building rapport quickly, and maintaining elevated service standards under pressure. Thrive in energetic atmospheres while remaining poised, efficient, and attentive to detail. Committed to contributing to a world-class guest experience and enhancing the vibrant, luxury-driven environment through professionalism, teamwork, and positive energy.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Cocktail Waitress
South Point
Las Vegas, NV
01.2024 - 01.2026
- Dynamic and polished cocktail waitress with proven success in high-volume casino lounges and pool season environments. Thrive in fast-paced, high-temperature day club settings while maintaining exceptional composure, speed, and elevated guest service standards. Experienced in managing large sections, VIP tables, and high-spend clientele with confidence and professionalism.
Front Desk Associate
Massage Envy
Las Vegas, NV
01.2024 - 01.2024
- Front Desk Associate with experience in appointment management, guest relations, and selling massage memberships, contributing to increased client retention and consistent revenue. Part of the position was to maintain a clean peaceful environment and also selling products
Front Desk Manager
A Touch of Lash
Las Vegas, NV
01.2023 - 01.2023
- Front Desk Manager with experience managing appointments, client relations, and daily operations in a fast-paced eyelash extensions studio solo, ensuring smooth scheduling, excellent customer service, and a welcoming environment. Responsibilities include maintaining a clean environment and packaging products and shipping to consumers. Had leadership of the social media page.
Education
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NVHigh School Diploma -
Desert Oasis High School
Las Vegas, NV01.2020
Skills
- Assisted teams in managing multiple tasks in dynamic environments Supported project completion through effective prioritization of responsibilities Contributed to maintaining workflow efficiency in fast-paced settings
- Demonstrated exceptional endurance to sustain performance during extended shifts
- Cultivated extensive experience in pool maintenance and management
- Assisted in processing cash transactions and operating point-of-sale systems Supported team members in maintaining accurate cash handling procedures Contributed to a smooth checkout experience for customers
- Ensured order accuracy while optimizing processing speed
- Facilitated effective team collaboration to enhance project outcomes
- Assisted in engaging guests through effective communication and support Facilitated positive experiences by addressing guest inquiries and concerns Contributed to team efforts in enhancing overall guest satisfaction
- Cultivated a polished and professional appearance to enhance workplace image
- Executed professional alcohol service to enhance guest experiences
- Adapted to high-temperature environments to maintain productivity and efficiency
Timeline
Cocktail Waitress
South Point
01.2024 - 01.2026
Front Desk Associate
Massage Envy
01.2024 - 01.2024
Front Desk Manager
A Touch of Lash
01.2023 - 01.2023
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
College of Southern Nevada
High School Diploma -
Desert Oasis High School