Samantha Armbruster
Vista,CA
Summary
To obtain a job in a fast paced establishment. Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning, and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead
Solutions For Change
02.2024 - Current
- Managed a crew of 5 to 10 members
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
- Led cross-functional teams for successful project execution while maintaining strong collaboration among team members.
FOH (Bartender/Key Holder)
Cheswick’s West
02.2023 - Current
- Key Holder, open and close
- Run the POS
- Prep garnishes and maintain quality of freshness
- Open, side, and closing duties
- Ensure drink quality and presentation
- Ensure the best customer experience by providing a fun and safe environment.
FOH and BOH
HODADS
03.2011 - Current
- Run and manage the register
- Bus tables and perform extra duties
- Wait tables and fulfill server responsibilities
- Place orders and run food
- Ensure food quality
- Fulfill side and ending duties
- Prep product for kitchen
- Work all positions on the line
- Work as a team to give the best customer experience.
FOH (Bartender/Server/Manager)
BLACK SANDS HULA LOUNGE
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Key Holder, open and close
- Wait tables and fulfill server responsibilities
- Prep garnishes, syrups, and juices for bar
- Open, side, and closing duties for both the floor and bar
- Ensure food and drink quality and presentation
- Ensure the best customer experience by paying attention to detail, working purposefully and as a team.
Cashier
Walgreens
04.2020 - 08.2020
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
Cold Line/Pastry Chef
CESARINA
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Prep product for shift
- Fulfill responsibilities for position on the line
- Expedite the line and ensure food quality
- Keep a clean and organized station
- Prep, mix and bake a variety of breads and pastries
- Prep and make a variety of homemade pastas.
Line Cook
STONE BREWING LIBERTY STATION
09.2016 - 10.2017
- Prep product for shift
- Fulfill responsibilities for position on the line
- Expedite the line and ensure food quality
- Keep a clean and organized station
- Maintain a fast pace with consistency and quality.
Receptionist
Sanctuate!
11.2013 - 04.2015
- Responsible for running and maintaining the spa on a daily basis
- Tasks included answering the phone, entering client information into the system, checking guests in and out of the spa, explaining the spa and what we offer to each client,
- taking the clients in and setting them up for each appointment, opening and closing duties, and some managerial duties.
- Created merchandising displays and executed sales
- Handle any complaints and compliments from clients
Marketing Director
WOW, Your Beauty Conceirge
06.2012 - 10.2013
- Help to create spreadsheets and worksheets to maintain the daily operations of the salon.
- Assist with overall maintenance and up keep of the salon, including organization and janitorial duties.
- Oversaw the creation of compelling marketing materials, including brochures, presentations, and social media content.
- Built strong relationships with industry professionals and influencers.
Talent Director
The G.O.O.D.S Magazine
12.2011 - 01.2013
- Scout out and create The GOODS Girls, a group of editorial models that represent the magazine to the public.
- Negotiated contracts with external vendors for talent-related services, optimizing budget utilization.
- Optimized use of HR technology platforms for efficient talent management practices across the organization.
- Conducted thorough candidate assessments to ensure alignment with company culture and values.
Server
FIREBIRDS WOOD FIRE GRILL
04.2010 - 12.2010
- Assist guests according to the Firebirds Standard
- Performed opening and closing duties
- Positive attitude to form repeat customers
- Attended food preparation, tasting, and Wine by the Glass classes.
Entertainment Director
David Zeidman Entertainment
04.2005 - 08.2010
- Assisted in sales and company branding at all functions.
- Performed in high energy shows; dancing and leading group games.
- Controlled inventory, organization, and management of photography, face-paint, and other add-ons.
- Researched and recommended musical, cultural and performing acts to meet entertainment objectives.
Education
No Degree - Accounting
University of Delaware
Newark2008
High School Diploma -
Avon Grove High School
West Grove2004
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Time Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Staff Training and Development
- Strategic Planning
- Operations Management
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Strong multitasking
- Customer Service
- Engaging personality
- Cleanliness and hygiene
- Organizational ability
Professionalreferences
- Joe and Nicole Ueno, Owners of Black Sands Hula Lounge, 619-339-5446
- Shane Hardin, Owner of Hodads, 619-871-7034
Activitiesandawards
- Employee of the Month, Stone Brewery, 2017
- Volunteer, Pennsylvania Farm Show, 2009-2011
References
- Bruno Elias, Co-worker/friend, 619-546-1421
- Brittney Krier, Friend, 619-550-7323
Timeline
Lead
Solutions For Change
02.2024 - Current
FOH (Bartender/Key Holder)
Cheswick’s West
02.2023 - Current
FOH (Bartender/Server/Manager)
BLACK SANDS HULA LOUNGE
10.2020 - 10.2021
Cashier
Walgreens
04.2020 - 08.2020
Cold Line/Pastry Chef
CESARINA
07.2019 - 01.2020
Line Cook
STONE BREWING LIBERTY STATION
09.2016 - 10.2017
Receptionist
Sanctuate!
11.2013 - 04.2015
Marketing Director
WOW, Your Beauty Conceirge
06.2012 - 10.2013
Talent Director
The G.O.O.D.S Magazine
12.2011 - 01.2013
FOH and BOH
HODADS
03.2011 - Current
Server
FIREBIRDS WOOD FIRE GRILL
04.2010 - 12.2010
Entertainment Director
David Zeidman Entertainment
04.2005 - 08.2010
No Degree - Accounting
University of Delaware
High School Diploma -
Avon Grove High School
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