Summary
Overview
Work Preference
Education
Work History
Skills
Software
Certification
Affiliations
Samantha Brooks
Open To Work

Samantha Brooks

Hospitality Management
Dover,PA
“Only the disciplined are truly free, the undisciplined are slaves to their appetites, moods, and passions.”

Summary

Experienced with managing office operations, scheduling, and administrative tasks. Utilizes organizational skills and effective communication to ensure smooth workflow and office efficiency. Track record of supporting team collaboration and adapting to dynamic work environments, ensuring reliable performance.

Overview

15
15

Years Professional Experience

10
10

Managerial/Leadership Experience

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: 2 weeks notice

Desired Job Title

Office AdministratorBar ManagerHuman Resources SpecialistEvent Coordinator

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Dover, PA, US
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

50000/yr - 75000/yr

Important To Me

Career advancementCompany Culture

Education

Associate Of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Carteret Community College, Morehead City

Work History

Owner / Notary Public

Brooks Authenticators DBA: Pose
Raleigh, NC
11.2023 - Current
  • Founded and operate a mobile notary services business delivering on-site and remote support to individuals and small businesses.
  • Manage all aspects of operations: scheduling, customer service, bookkeeping, and social media marketing.
  • Built reputation for reliability, professionalism, and strong client relationships.
  • Utilized CRM software to track customer interactions and optimize communication efforts.

Office Administrator / Bartender

Timeout Tavern
Newport, NC
11.2019 - 10.2023
  • Managed daily front- and back-of-house operations, ensuring compliance with HR and government reporting regulations.
  • Implemented “Steps of Service” program, resulting in faster service times and improved guest satisfaction.
  • Oversaw reservations, seating, and staff scheduling for a high-volume establishment.
  • Balanced daily financials, payroll, and inventory management using QuickBooks and Excel.
  • Designed and promoted marketing materials across social media, boosting attendance at special events.

Office Administrator

Amp’d Electric
Newport, NC
06.2021 - 09.2022
  • Streamlined office operations by creating company standards, procedures, and filing systems.
  • Processed payroll, managed HR documentation, and maintained accurate bookkeeping with QuickBooks Online.
  • Supported leadership with client communications, contractor scheduling, and website updates.
  • Led onboarding efforts for new hires, fostering a smooth transition into company culture and operations.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through professional handling of inquiries and prompt resolution of issues.

Bar Manager

K Club – Brandywine Bay Golf & Yacht
Morehead City, NC
07.2018 - 11.2019
  • Directed daily service operations for a golf club bar and event venue.
  • Planned and executed events (weddings, graduations, tournaments) while ensuring top-tier guest experience.
  • Trained and supervised FOH staff, maintaining low ticket times and consistent service quality.
  • Designed marketing campaigns (flyers, posters, social media) that increased event bookings.

Bartender

Nacho Hippo Airport (MSE Branded Foods)
Myrtle Beach, SC
01.2017 - 01.2018

Bartender

Key West Grill
Myrtle Beach, SC
01.2015 - 01.2017

Guest Services Representative/Audit

Hilton Garden Inn
Myrtle Beach, SC
01.2015 - 01.2016

Bar Manager

Pandora’s Box Bar & Grill
York, PA
01.2013 - 01.2015

Skills

  • Guest experience and relations
  • Staff training and mentorship
  • Small business operations management
  • Financial software and compliance
  • Social media marketing
  • Human Resources
  • Event planning and promotion
  • Project estimating
  • Schedule management
  • Hiring and onboarding
  • Records organization and management
  • Inventory tracking and management

Software

Microsoft Office 365

Quickbooks Desktop

Quickbooks Online

Canva

Jobber

Aloha POS

Clover POS

GoDaddy

Adobe Express

Certification

Certified Notary Public Official commissioned in the State of North Carolina- September 2022

Affiliations

National Notary Association (NNA)

North Carolina Notary Association (NCNA)