Virginia Forbes
Kilrush,County Clare
Summary
I am a New Jersey born woman who moved to Ireland in September 2001 with my Irish husband in search of a business to purchase. We settled down in the town of Kilrush where we live and had the opportunity to buy a Bar & Restaurant which we ran successfully up to 21 years until we sold it as it became unfeasible. I am not of retirement age and I'm ready to return to work after the break from the sale of our business.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Publican
Kelly's Bar and Restaurant
Kilrush, County Clare
03.2002 - 07.2023
- Owned and operated bar and restaurant in Kilrush County Clare for nearly 21 years, fostering community engagement and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Endoscopy Technician
Burdette Tomin Memorial Hospital
Cape May Court House, NJ
01.1995 - 01.2001
- Assisted gastroenterologists and surgeons with same-day procedures for GI-related interventions, promoting timely and effective patient care.
- Prepared patients for procedures by measuring vital statistics and applying necessary monitoring equipment.
- Assisted physicians and nursing staff with various tasks and responsibilities during procedures.
- Efficiently set up and tore down procedure rooms in preparation for upcoming procedures.
Supervisor
Arc of Cape May County
Dennisville
01.1986 - 01.1995
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Established clear objectives to align team efforts and effectively communicated them to team members.
- Streamlined staffing during busy periods by developing employee schedules and managing call-outs.
- Supported adults with developmental disabilities in residential group homes, supervised apartments, and crisis respite home.
Education
High School Diploma equivalent to Leaving Certification -
Wildwood High School
Wildwood , NJ01.1986
Skills
- Each profession I have had has taught me several skills
- New and old
Timeline
Owner/Publican
Kelly's Bar and Restaurant
03.2002 - 07.2023
Endoscopy Technician
Burdette Tomin Memorial Hospital
01.1995 - 01.2001
Supervisor
Arc of Cape May County
01.1986 - 01.1995
High School Diploma equivalent to Leaving Certification -
Wildwood High School