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April Gauden

Lake Elsinore,CA

Summary

Dedicated care and Hospitality Professional with recent mental health certification and extensive experience in child development and client service. Highly skilled in active listening, behavior management, and thrive in high- pressure environments. Passionate about leveraging strong interpersonal skills and clinical foundations to support individuals in a behavioral health setting.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Restaurant Hostess

Chili's
Lake Elsinore, California
06.2024 - Current
  • Welcomed guests upon arrival and ensured a pleasant first impression.
  • Managed dining area organization to optimize guest flow and comfort.
  • Maintained accurate waitlist and updated guests on their expected seating times.
  • Streamlined seating arrangements to improve table assignment efficiency.
  • Facilitated communication between guests and servers to enhance service delivery.
  • Trained new host staff on best practices for guest reception and management.
  • Adapted to changing priorities during peak dining hours to maintain efficiency.

Live-Out Nanny

Holly Trachy
Lake Elsinore, California
03.2023 - 06.2025
  • Supervised children's daily activities, ensuring safety and engagement throughout each experience.
  • Coordinated transportation for children to and from school and extracurricular events.
  • Implemented educational activities that stimulated cognitive development and creativity.
  • Prepared and organized nutritious meals and snacks, accommodating dietary restrictions.
  • Monitored children's behavior, providing support and guidance during challenging situations.
  • Maintained a structured routine, promoting stability and security for the children.

Education

Mental Health Certifiaction - Mental Health Certification

San Diego City College
San Diego, CA
12-2025

Associate of Arts - Social Behavioral Sciences

San Diego City College
San Diego, CA
06-2026

Associate of Arts - Language Arts Humanities

San Diego City College
San Diego, CA
06-2026

Skills

  • Child supervision
  • Guest relations
  • Communication skills
  • Time management
  • Educational activities
  • Team collaboration
  • Sales and marketing
  • Conflict resolution
  • Organizational skills
  • Judgment and decision making
  • Relationship building
  • Social perceptiveness
  • Social skills training

Education and Training

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Timeline

Restaurant Hostess

Chili's
06.2024 - Current

Live-Out Nanny

Holly Trachy
03.2023 - 06.2025

Mental Health Certifiaction - Mental Health Certification

San Diego City College

Associate of Arts - Social Behavioral Sciences

San Diego City College

Associate of Arts - Language Arts Humanities

San Diego City College