Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Additional Information
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Amber Jobe

Langley,WA

Summary

Dedicated manager offering experience contributing to team success. Friendly, outgoing and reliable professional in restaurant industry with background in cooking and management responsibilities. Passionate about maximizing kitchen productivity.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cook/prep Cook

Barringtons Irish Bar and Grill
05.2025 - Current
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.

Lead Cook/Supervisor

Shrimp shack
06.2023 - 05.2025
  • Efficiently handled high-volume orders while maintaining superior food quality through precise execution of cooking methods.
  • Maintained a high standard of food quality by consistently reviewing dishes for taste, presentation, and adherence to established guidelines.
  • Took over line positions in event of emergency.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining cooking processes and implementing time-saving techniques.

Dinning Service Manager

Maple ridge
03.2022 - 06.2023
  • Improved customer satisfaction ratings by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions to problems.
  • Prioritized and delegated daily work tasks to meet anticipated project goals.
  • Motivated and supported employees to maintain low turnover.
  • Created employee work schedules to keep shifts properly staffed.
  • Pitched in to complete various duties during peak periods or employee absences.
  • Reviewed inventory levels and ordered supplies to keep products in stock.
  • Hired and trained service department staff to drive performance.
  • Guided department employees on changes from management.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
  • Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
  • Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
  • Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.

Lead Cook

Cozys roadhouse
05.2015 - 02.2022
  • Completed workstation set up and break down, properly disposing of leftover food.
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
  • Washed, sliced, peeled and cut various foods to prepare for cooking or serving.
  • Stood in for other members of kitchen staff.
  • Trained new chefs on menu items and kitchen procedures.
  • Discussed safe operations of kitchen equipment, regulating temperatures and cooking times.
  • Inventoried kitchen sections and refilled supplies.
  • Monitored culinary standards and operational guidelines for kitchen areas, food preparation and facility conditions.
  • Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
  • Observed and tested food to determine whether food was cooked sufficiently and according to recipes.
  • Double-checked plated meals for last-minute changes before sending to dining room.
  • Filled specialized menu orders.
  • Implemented food quality specifications through menu planning, plate presentation and quality checks.
  • Modified standard recipes to address customer requests for substitutions or allergen concerns.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.

Business Owner

Bailey's corner store
09.2011 - 05.2015
  • Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
  • Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
  • Resolved issues quickly through meticulous research and quick decision-making.
  • Conferred with customers to understand needs and finalize purchase orders.
  • Kept records for production, inventory, income and expenses.
  • Kept up-to-date on regulatory changes affecting business operations.
  • Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
  • Reconciled daily sales, prepared bank deposits and assessed financial transaction reports.
  • Established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
  • Mentored and trained new hires on sales techniques and customer service procedures.
  • Determined pricing for products or services based on costs and competition.
  • Analyzed financial statements and trends to manage cash flow and make business decisions.
  • Improved company's quality and productivity by streamlining systems and processes.
  • Supervised company social media and marketing efforts to expand brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Interviewed, trained and supervised employees.
  • Took care of escalated customer concerns to increase satisfaction.
  • Mentored newly hired employees to take on responsibilities and tasks with solid understanding of requirements.

Education

GED -

Clark College
Vancouver, WA

Skills

  • Supervising experience
  • Active listening
  • Supervision & leadership
  • Management
  • Pricing
  • Organizational skills
  • Training & development
  • Decision-making
  • Menu planning
  • Restaurant experience
  • Planning & organizing
  • POS
  • Customer service
  • Menu Planning
  • Team management
  • Relationship building
  • Multitasking
  • Restaurant management
  • Cooking
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Interviewing
  • Budgeting
  • Critical thinking
  • Flexible schedule
  • Problem resolution
  • Troubleshooting
  • Food safety
  • Leadership
  • Communication skills

Certification

Food Handler Certification, ServSafe, 03/01/23, 03/01/28

Additional Information

I also have my servsafe managers certification

Timeline

Cook/prep Cook

Barringtons Irish Bar and Grill
05.2025 - Current

Lead Cook/Supervisor

Shrimp shack
06.2023 - 05.2025

Dinning Service Manager

Maple ridge
03.2022 - 06.2023

Lead Cook

Cozys roadhouse
05.2015 - 02.2022

Business Owner

Bailey's corner store
09.2011 - 05.2015

GED -

Clark College

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