Jacob Campbell
Aurora,CO
Summary
Detail-oriented Kitchen Manager with 5+ years of experience, excelling in inventory control and labor cost management. Skilled in training staff on food safety and customer service, fostering a positive work environment. Adept at multitasking and maintaining high standards, consistently exceeding operational goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Famous Dave's Barbecue
07.2021 - 05.2026
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Exceeded labor goals by keeping our labor costs under our store standard of 17%.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff on food preparation and cooking techniques.
- Managed inventory control, reducing waste through efficient stock management practices.
- Assembled large catering orders weekly ($2,000+) sometimes with less than 24 hour notice
Shift Lead/Front of House Manager
Sonny's Real Pit Barbecue
09.2016 - 06.2021
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality service to our guests.
- Trained and mentored team members on food safety standards and customer service best practices.
- Managed resolution of conflicts involving guests and staff, fostering a positive environment.
- Maintained a dining room of 50+ tables and booths.
Education
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
Florida State College
Jacksonville, FLHigh School Diploma -
West Nassau High School
Callahan, FL05-2003
Skills
Long-term child care
Household management
Educational activity planning
Time management
Multi-tasking
Accomplishments
- Spearheaded cleaning and maintaining of kitchen and all kitchen equipment, prior management had left store in disrepair.
- Instituted new procedures and standards in the store after replacing prior management team to improve product quality and guest retention.
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Famous Dave's Barbecue
07.2021 - 05.2026
Shift Lead/Front of House Manager
Sonny's Real Pit Barbecue
09.2016 - 06.2021
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
Florida State College
High School Diploma -
West Nassau High School