Aden Peoples
Los Angeles
Summary
With a background spanning in fine dining, wellness hospitality, and customer facing roles, I’ve built my career around creating warm and memorable guest experiences. From serving and bartending at True Food Kitchen to high volume fine dining service at Eddie V’s Prime Seafood, I thrive in fast paced environments where attention to detail, communication, and hospitality come first. I enjoy bringing a positive energy to every interaction and creating experiences that keep guests coming back.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Customer Development Representative
WP Engine
Austin, TX, United States
09.2024 - 03.2026
- Generated 24+ sales opportunities monthly across 1,200+ mid-market accounts, consistently exceeding quota goals.
- Built strong customer relationships through personalized outreach, contributing to pipeline growth and closed revenue for Account Management teams.
- Managed high volume outbound communication through calls and email campaigns while maintaining a consultative, customer-focused approach.
- Collaborated cross functionally with Sales, Support, and Engineering to resolve customer needs and ensure a seamless client experience.
- Utilized Salesforce, Gong, and Looker to analyze account trends, identify opportunities, and support strategic decision-making in a fast-paced remote environment.
Realtor
Ben Kinney Real Estate Team (Keller Williams)
11.2023 - 09.2024
- Generated 17,000+ outbound calls over nine months, maintaining consistent client conversations and building a strong sales pipeline from outreach to close.
- Built client relationships through consultative communication, converting cold outreach into signed consultations and improving lead follow-up efficiency.
- Negotiated across clients, lenders, and vendors while managing multiple moving parts in fast-paced transactions.
- Conducted market research and tailored outreach across phone, email, and social platforms to increase engagement and conversion.
- Planned and managed open houses, overseeing staging, logistics, and guest experience to create a polished and welcoming environment.
- Exceeded sales goals through strategic prospecting, relationship management, and disciplined pipeline organization.
Front Server
Eddie V's
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Shaped each table’s experience by using guest details from service chits to make service feel personal and thoughtful.
- Followed fine dining steps of service across all tables, keeping the experience smooth, polished, and consistent.
- Presented and spoke to wine selections with confidence, guiding guests through pairings and the overall meal.
- Communicated closely with the head chef on nightly specials and guest accommodations to ensure a seamless experience.
- Managed a section of 3–4 tables, including larger parties, while staying attentive to timing and detail.
- Built genuine connections with guests, contributing to repeat visits and positive dining experiences.
- Recognized by company leadership and management as a top performing server for consistently achieving high secret shopper scores and executing all steps of service with strong attention to detail and guest experience.
Bartender/Server/Barista
True Food Kitchen
01.2021 - 04.2022
- Delivered attentive, guest focused service in a high volume restaurant environment while managing multiple tables and maintaining strong attention to detail.
- Promoted from Server into a combined Bartender and Barista role at the front bar through adaptability, consistency, and strong customer experience skills.
- Prepared cocktails, espresso beverages, and specialty drinks while assisting guests with menu recommendations and dietary accommodations.
- Maintained smooth communication with kitchen and front of house staff to ensure accurate orders and efficient service during peak hours.
- Handled cash and POS transactions while balancing hospitality, speed, and accuracy in a fast paced setting.
- Built rapport with guests through personalized service, creating a welcoming and upbeat dining experience.
Host
California Pizza Kitchen
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Welcomed and seated guests while creating a warm, organized, and upbeat dining experience.
- Managed waitlists, reservations, and guest flow during high volume service hours with professionalism and attention to detail.
- Assisted servers and management in maintaining smooth front of house operations and positive guest experiences.
- Handled guest questions, phone calls, and special accommodations while ensuring every guest felt acknowledged and cared for.
Host
Eight 11
04.2016 - 06.2018
- Created a warm and polished guest experience by welcoming guests, managing seating flow, and maintaining an organized front entrance.
- Coordinated closely with servers and management to balance reservations, walk ins, and wait times during high volume shifts.
- Answered guest questions, accommodated special requests, and ensured each table felt cared for from arrival to departure.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lone Star High School
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Exceptional customer service
- Guest engagement
- Front of House Operations
- Reservation & Waitlist Management
- Multitasking in Fast Paced Environments
- Team Collaboration
- Customer Service & Communication Skills
Websites
Timeline
Customer Development Representative
WP Engine
09.2024 - 03.2026
Realtor
Ben Kinney Real Estate Team (Keller Williams)
11.2023 - 09.2024
Front Server
Eddie V's
06.2022 - 05.2024
Bartender/Server/Barista
True Food Kitchen
01.2021 - 04.2022
Host
California Pizza Kitchen
01.2018 - 01.2020
Host
Eight 11
04.2016 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
Lone Star High School