Rian Rector
Brighton,CO
Summary
Motivated hospitality professional with strong organizational, guest service, and team coordination skills. Skilled at stepping into fast-paced environments, building positive relationships across departments, and driving operational success. Seeking to continue growing in the hospitality and event planning industry through hands-on experience and leadership opportunities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food and Beverage Attendant (Guest Amenities Team)
Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center
Aurora, CO
04.2025 - Current
- Coordinate the preparation and timely delivery of customized guest amenities for VIPs, events, and promotional packages.
- Communicate with hotel departments (Front Desk, Events, Sales, Celebrity Services, etc.) to fulfill amenity requests accurately and on time.
- Assemble and present high-quality food, beverage, and gift amenities in accordance with brand standards and guest preferences.
- Maintain inventory of amenity supplies, report low stock levels, and assist with ordering and organization of materials.
Restaurant Hostess
Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center
Aurora, CO
02.2024 - 04.2025
- Stayed attentive to server availability and table turnover to quickly seat guests.
- Tracked seated guests and available seating using computer-based and mobile reservation software.
- Spoke with guests to make conversation, answer questions or to respond to complaints.
Custom Framing Manager
Hobby Lobby
Brighton, CO
04.2023 - 02.2024
- Collaborated with customers to select frames and matting that best suited their needs while staying within budget.
- Trained new employees in proper handling of artwork, use of tools and equipment, customer service techniques, and safety procedures.
- Monitored employee performance to ensure quality standards were met or exceeded.
- Resolved customer complaints in a courteous manner to maintain positive relationships with clients.
Barista Shift Lead
Ziggis Coffee
Thornton, CO
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Provided excellent customer service and ensured all customers left satisfied.
- Trained new baristas on proper procedures for making drinks, handling cash transactions, and cleaning duties.
- Monitored the performance of staff to ensure that quality standards were met.
Take-Out Server
Buffalo Wild Wings
Brighton, CO
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Processed take-out orders accurately by entering them into the restaurant's point-of-sale system.
- Provided quality customer service throughout all interactions with guests.
- Inspected food presentation prior to bagging to ensure it met quality standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Event And Meeting Management
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO05.2026
Some College (No Degree) - Business Specialization Certificate
Front Range Community College
Westminster, COCertification
- Tips Training Certification
- Colorado Concierge Certification
- Human Trafficking Awareness Certification
Timeline
Food and Beverage Attendant (Guest Amenities Team)
Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center
04.2025 - Current
Restaurant Hostess
Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center
02.2024 - 04.2025
Custom Framing Manager
Hobby Lobby
04.2023 - 02.2024
Barista Shift Lead
Ziggis Coffee
07.2022 - 04.2023
Take-Out Server
Buffalo Wild Wings
07.2021 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Event And Meeting Management
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Some College (No Degree) - Business Specialization Certificate
Front Range Community College
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