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Maria Cobb

The Villages,FL

Summary

Ambitious employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, proven ability to thrive in diverse roles and fast-paced environment. Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality service to a wide range of clients. Experienced in labor-intensive work, small business ownership, and team management, with a solid background in both independent and collaborative settings. Quick to learn new skills, dependable under pressure, and organized in managing multiple tasks and competing priorities.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Araeya
02.2024 - Current
  • Managed daily operations of a successful epoxy wood art business, ensuring efficient workflows and high-quality customer service.
  • Built and maintained a loyal customer base by delivering personalized service, resolving concerns promptly, and consistently exceeding client expectations.
  • Designed a comprehensive business plan outlining brand concept, short- and long-term goals, and strategic growth initiatives.
  • Curated and executed every stage of the custom epoxy art process—from initial concept and client consultation to final handcrafted product.
  • Selected, cut, and planed wood to meet both structural integrity and design aesthetics for each piece.
  • Dried and preserved real flowers for epoxy inlays, contributing to the uniqueness and longevity of each design.
  • Constructed custom molds and frames tailored to individual projects, preparing for epoxy pours with precision.
  • Poured, cured, and hand-sanded epoxy resin to create smooth, professional-grade finishes on all products.
  • Sourced high-quality materials, including specialty epoxy and wood, and managed vendor relationships to ensure cost-effective procurement.
  • Actively networked with artisans and suppliers to discover new materials and reduce production costs.
  • Designed and managed business social media accounts to showcase products, engage followers, and drive new customer leads.
  • Created and distributed promotional materials such as business cards, flyers, and branded content to build awareness and generate interest.
  • Organized and participated in local market shows to promote the brand and generate a steady stream of new clients.
  • Delivered one-of-a-kind, statement pieces that reflected both artistic craftsmanship and each customer’s unique vision.

Restaurant Supervisor

Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge
04.2023 - 08.2023
  • Communicated well and used strong interpersonal skills to establish positive relationships with guests and employees.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Prepared employee schedules to maintain appropriate staffing levels during peak periods.
  • Monitored & trained staff on policies, procedures, productivity and provided constructive feedback and coaching.
  • Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
  • Coached team members on food safety, sanitation processes, customer service performance, menu education and upselling techniques to drive revenue.
  • Prepared employees for assignments by establishing and conducting orientation and training programs.
  • Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
  • Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
  • Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
  • Counseled and disciplined staff to address issues promptly and provide constructive feedback.
  • Complied with health, sanitation and liquor regulations by clearly communicating and reinforcing standards and procedures to employees.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.

Server Shift Leader

McGrady's Pub
08.2022 - 03.2023
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
  • Managed opening and closing duties to facilitate restaurant operations.
  • Used suggestive selling techniques to entice customers with more expensive or higher-margin items and add-ons to increase restaurant sales.
  • Created positive guests experiences by listening to their needs and recommending options to meet requests.
  • Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
  • Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculated totals.
  • Plated food and assessed plate presentation to maintain highest standard of food quality.
  • Interacted and engaged with patrons to promote friendly environment.
  • Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
  • Rolled silverware and set up food stations and dining areas to prepare for the next shift or large parties.

Repair Manager/Electrician

Jurassic Quest
08.2021 - 03.2022
  • Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated corrective actions.
  • Monitored inventory and ordered needed supplies to meet demand for repairs.
  • Responsible for setting and delegating the work to a team of 5-8 people to set the entire convention center for all displays, retail stores, bounce houses, stationary rides and dinosaur exhibits.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees and supplied knowledge of various procedures and set ups that changed weekly.
  • Weekly setup of electrical power boxes for 74 different dinosaurs, interconnected with flood lights, 2,000 to 5,000 feet of electrical cords to light up the exhibits.
  • Received certification for operating a forklift.
  • Cosmetic repair of dinosaurs, such as, sewing, silicone patching and repainting dinosaur to match original colors.
  • Welded metal mechanical frames for dinosaur bodies.

Education

High School Diploma -

H.B. Plant High School
Tampa, FL
01.2017

Skills

  • Conflict resolution
  • Flexible
  • Good Judgment
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Customer Service
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Special needs clients
  • Microsoft office
  • Originality and Creativity
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Staff Development/ team building
  • Resource Allocations
  • Communication Time
  • Management
  • People skills
  • Organization
  • Decision making
  • Scheduling and Coordinating
  • Hiring and Training
  • CPR certified

Timeline

Owner

Araeya
02.2024 - Current

Restaurant Supervisor

Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge
04.2023 - 08.2023

Server Shift Leader

McGrady's Pub
08.2022 - 03.2023

Repair Manager/Electrician

Jurassic Quest
08.2021 - 03.2022

High School Diploma -

H.B. Plant High School

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