Brian Seiwell
Warrenton,VA
Summary
Experienced retail manager with a strong grocery background, skilled in team leadership, inventory optimization and exceptional customer service. Adaptable and effective at communication and problem-solving to achieve targets and promote a positive work environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Restaurant Server / Banquet Server
Red House Tavern - Hilton Garden Inn
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Provided exemplary table service in an upscale dining environment
- Established and maintained a loyal customer following
- Excelled at upselling wine and specialty beverages
- Prepared and serviced engagements of up to 60 guests
- Assisted kitchen staff with receiving and daily sanitation requirements
- Achievements/Tasks
Assistant Winemaker
The Winery at La Grange
09.2013 - 10.2016
- Assisted in production of thirteen wines averaging in total of 8,000 cases annually
- Oversaw compliance with all sanitation and safety protocols
- Maintained proper fermentation through temperature control and racking
- Collaborated with winemaker on blending and bottling timeline decisions
- Hosted dinner events and conducted educational group tours
- Supported and supervised cellar staff and volunteers
- Achievements/Tasks
Farm Market Manager
Messick's Farm Market
02.2013 - 09.2013
- Coordinated build out completion and on schedule delivery of a new farm market
- Sourced all furnishings, appliances, and POS systems 22% under budget
- Interviewed, hired, trained and empowered a diverse staff
- Conducted market research and engaged in local community outreach
- Provided retail space to over sixty local farmers and value-added product vendors
- Executed shipping and receiving for all wholesale and retail activity
- Achievements/Tasks
Grocery Manager
Giant Food Inc.
11.2008 - 02.2013
- Consistently managed and developed a staff of over twenty shift workers
- Maintained food safety and sanitation compliance throughout the facility
- Monitored inventory level, stock rotation, receiving accuracy and vendor displays
- Designed creative merchandising promotions to drive sales
- Achieved increased sales growth of over 3% annually during tenure
- Assisted local food banks with providing for our community
- Achievements/Tasks
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Customer Service
- Food Safety
- Team Leadership
- Time Management
- Training & Development
Affiliations
- American Red Cross 12/2017 - Present
National Disaster Logistics / Central Atlantic Division Logistics / Regional Mass Care, Disaster Cycle Services, Feeding Team / Virginia Disaster Workforce
Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler (2025-10 - 2028-10)
- ServSafe Workplace (2025-10)
- ServSafe Allergens (2025-10 - 2028-10)
- ServSafe Alcohol (2025-10 - 2030-10)
- AHLA Certified Restaurant Server (2025-10)
Timeline
Restaurant Server / Banquet Server
Red House Tavern - Hilton Garden Inn
03.2022 - 03.2023
Assistant Winemaker
The Winery at La Grange
09.2013 - 10.2016
Farm Market Manager
Messick's Farm Market
02.2013 - 09.2013
Grocery Manager
Giant Food Inc.
11.2008 - 02.2013