Elijah Luna

Hospitality professional with 7+ years of experience in high-volume restaurants, live entertainment venues, and upscale dining. Recognized for exceptional guest service, upselling, team leadership, and thriving in fast-paced environments.

Server/Bartender at Soul Vibez Signature (2026-02 – Present)

• Provided exceptional service in a premier, high-volume upscale soul food restaurant with consistently full dining rooms.
• Built guest loyalty through personalized hospitality, expert food and cocktail recommendations, and efficient service.
• Worked seamlessly with kitchen and bar teams to execute busy dinner, brunch, and private event service.
• Delivered high-volume bar service for 300+ guests per event.
• Maintained exceptional guest experiences during sold-out events.
• Collaborated with staff to ensure efficient operations.

Bartender at Concord Music Hall (2024-07 – 2026-05)

• Delivered high-volume bar service for 300+ guests per event.
• Maintained exceptional guest experiences during sold-out events.
• Collaborated with staff to ensure efficient operations.

Hospitality at Live Nation Production (2022-04 – 2024-05)

• Supported touring artists, VIPs, and production teams.
• Managed hospitality logistics under tight deadlines.
• Earned praise from tour management for professionalism.

Bartender at Chop Shop (2023-03 – 2024-06)

• Recommended beverages and increased sales through upselling.
• Recognized for outstanding customer service.
• Managed bar and dining service during peak hours.

Server/Bartender at Fulton Market Kitchen (2022-03 – 2023-04)

• Delivered fine dining and banquet service.
• Promoted to Lead Server.
• Trained new team members.

Server at Smoke Daddy

Cocktail Server at Wynwood Kitchen & Spirits

Breakfast Server (Lead) at Yolk

Bachelor's in Music Business – Columbia College Chicago (2023 – 2024)