Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Brandon Gauss

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Summary

Customer-focused professional with 7+ years of experience in client service, team leadership, and operations management. Skilled at building relationships, resolving complex customer concerns, handling financial transactions, and delivering high-quality service in fast-paced environments. Known for professionalism, communication, and problem-solving abilities. Eager to transition into a client-facing financial services role where strong interpersonal and service skills can drive positive customer outcomes.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

Winewood Grill
Grapevine
11.2018 - Current
  • Provided attentive service in a fast-paced dining environment.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area and service stations.
  • Assisted guests with menu selections and answered questions about ingredients.
  • Processed customer orders accurately using point-of-sale system.
  • Handled guest complaints professionally to enhance overall dining experience.
  • Trained new servers on restaurant policies and service standards.
  • Built rapport with regular customers to foster a welcoming atmosphere.

Manager

Winewood Grill
Grapevine
06.2020 - 09.2024
  • Oversaw daily operations to ensure smooth restaurant functioning.
  • Managed staff scheduling and training for optimal performance.
  • Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
  • Implemented inventory control systems to maintain stock levels.
  • Led team meetings to communicate goals and expectations clearly.
  • Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
  • Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
  • Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.

Education

South Grand Prairie
Grand Prairie, TX

Trinity Oaks Christian Academy
Grand Prairie, TX

Skills

  • Point-of-sale operation
  • Cash handling and financial transactions
  • Food safety compliance
  • Inventory management
  • Customer service
  • Client support
  • Sales and revenue growth
  • Team leading
  • Staff training
  • Relationship building

Accomplishments

  • Selected to represent Winewood Grill at the Taste of Grapevine, serving as a brand ambassador and engaging with guests to promote the restaurant and its wine program.
  • Coordinated the promotion and sale of rare and limited-allocation wines, helping drive revenue and increase guest engagement with the wine program.
  • Recognized multiple times with Magnum Reserve bottle awards for outstanding wine sales performance and product knowledge.
  • Assisted in planning and executing specialty wine events, tastings, and featured wine promotions.
  • Trained team members on wine pairings, menu knowledge, and guest service standards.
  • Supported management operations in a high-volume fine dining environment while maintaining exceptional guest satisfaction.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Manager

Winewood Grill
06.2020 - 09.2024

Server

Winewood Grill
11.2018 - Current

South Grand Prairie

Trinity Oaks Christian Academy
Brandon Gauss