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Riley Oldt

Ojai

Summary

Luxury hospitality professional with experience in Michelin-star, Forbes Five-Star, and high-volume dining environments. Passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences through refined service, attention to detail, and genuine hospitality.

Overview

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Certification
2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Michelin Star Ast. Captain

Lucien
2025 - 2026
  • Deliver Michelin-level hospitality through personalized, detail-oriented service in an intimate luxury dining environment.
  • Guide guests through seasonal menus, chef features, tasting experiences, and curated beverage pairings.
  • Collaborate with chefs and front-of-house professionals to ensure seamless execution of every service.
  • Anticipate guest needs while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and hospitality.
  • Build lasting guest relationships through exceptional service and attention to detail.

Server

Bacari
2026 - 2026

SERVER

Grand Del Mar
10.2024 - 08.2025

SERVER AND TRAINER

California Pizza Kitchen
07.2023 - 08.2024
  • Top performer, highest tip % average, incredible guest connections made.

FOOD RUNNER AND EXPO

Ojai Valley Inn and Spa
07.2021 - 08.2024
  • Facilitate communication between servers and kitchen, ensuring precise and timely order delivery.
  • Supported Forbes-rated luxury dining operations by coordinating communication between kitchen and front-of-house teams.
  • Ensure allergy awareness and menu modifications are communicated effectively to kitchen staff.
  • Ensured timely and accurate food presentation while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
  • Developed a strong foundation in luxury hospitality, fine dining service, and guest experience.
  • Worked efficiently in fast paced environments while maintaining composure and professionalism.

Education

Political Science

Mesa College
San Diego, CA

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Nordhoff High
Ojai, CA

Skills

  • Michelin Star Service
  • Luxurious Wine and Cocktail knowledge
  • Strong allergy accommodation
  • Adaptive with daily elaborate menu changes
  • Composed guest recovery
  • Attention to detail
  • Key in all dining situations (High volume and intimate levels)

Certification

  • 2028 Food Handler Certified
  • 2028 Alcohol Beverage Control Certified
  • EMT Certified

Timeline

SERVER

Grand Del Mar
10.2024 - 08.2025

SERVER AND TRAINER

California Pizza Kitchen
07.2023 - 08.2024

FOOD RUNNER AND EXPO

Ojai Valley Inn and Spa
07.2021 - 08.2024

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Nordhoff High

Michelin Star Ast. Captain

Lucien
2025 - 2026

Server

Bacari
2026 - 2026

Political Science

Mesa College
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