Dawn Gray
Bend,Oregon
Summary
Accomplished server and wine sommelier with solid history in fine dining and hospitality, excelling in wine salesmanship and extensive product knowledge. Demonstrates strong leadership in training and developing staff while building trustful relationships as a wellness coach. Committed to creating safe, respectful environments that foster client well-being. Aiming to leverage expertise to elevate dining experiences and wellness programs further.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wellness Coach
Rise Modern Wellness
Bend, Oregon
01.2024 - Current
Server/Server Trainer
The Blacksmith Restaurant
Bend, Oregon
06.2016 - Current
Wine Sommelier
Del Frisco's Steakhouse
Greenwood Village, CO
05.2011 - 05.2016
Server/Server Trainer
Del Frisco's Steakhouse
Greenwood Village, CO
09.2005 - 05.2016
Server/Server Trainer/New Store Opener
Pappadeaux's Seafood Kitchen
Greenwood Village, CO
08.2000 - 01.2006
Server Trainer/Hostess Trainer
Rodizio Grill
Littleton, CO
05.1997 - 08.2000
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Communication
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO08-2009
Skills
- Prioritize strong service standards and guest satisfaction
- Professional wine and food-pairing abilities
- Exceptional communication and service prioritization
- Proven, trustworthy leader, trainer, and mentor
Certification
- Court Of Master Sommeliers Introductory Level 1 11/2010
- Court of Master Sommeliers Certified Level 2 -11/2012
- OSU Master Gardener Trainee Volunteer 2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Wellness Coach
Rise Modern Wellness
01.2024 - Current
Server/Server Trainer
The Blacksmith Restaurant
06.2016 - Current
Wine Sommelier
Del Frisco's Steakhouse
05.2011 - 05.2016
Server/Server Trainer
Del Frisco's Steakhouse
09.2005 - 05.2016
Server/Server Trainer/New Store Opener
Pappadeaux's Seafood Kitchen
08.2000 - 01.2006
Server Trainer/Hostess Trainer
Rodizio Grill
05.1997 - 08.2000
- Court Of Master Sommeliers Introductory Level 1 11/2010
- Court of Master Sommeliers Certified Level 2 -11/2012
- OSU Master Gardener Trainee Volunteer 2023
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Communication
Metropolitan State University of Denver
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