While attending the University of Idaho, Jake Jones got a job at the Gamma Phi Beta sorority house as an assistant to the cook. At that time “Willie”, a retired female chef, was the best cook on campus and she taught Jake the finer things of great food.
After transferring to Idaho State University Jake was employed by the university food service while completing a degree in Business Management.
Upon graduation, he managed several college food services and worked for a regional buffet chain before opening his first restaurant in Pocatello, Idaho in 1975.
Jake is also the area Franchise Developer for Red Robin in Montana, and operates Red Robin restaurants in both Billings and Missoula Montana.
Jake and his wife Grace reside in Sun Valley and Meridian, Idaho.
I started working as a line cook in 2001 at the Twin Falls location. My goal was to be the lead cook as soon as I could, so I studied recipes and procedures daily becoming as knowledgeable as I could. I worked my way to become the lead cook and later an Assistant Manager.
In 2010 an opportunity to relocate to the Meridian location arose and I took that opportunity becoming the Kitchen Manager and later the General Manager at the Meridian location. While living in the Boise area I am able to attend many Boise State football games, concerts, and a wide variety of restaurants to try.
In 2017 my dedication to recipe compliance and Jakers food I started a new position as the Regional Kitchen Supervisor. I am currently traveling to our six locations watching health & safety practices, recipe compliance, kitchen training programs, food cost and other systems.
I am still finding new ways to challenge myself and my Team Members to make Jakers a great company to work for and for our guests to have a great experience from walking through our doors, to our friendly service and excellent food.
I was born in Anchorage, Alaska, and raised in Pensacola, Florida, where my love for the outdoors and diverse foods began. My passion for the restaurant industry grew while working at my grandparents’ and parents’ restaurants, starting as a dishwasher and eventually learning to cook and manage.
When my family moved to Texas, my dad and I opened a small restaurant, where I honed my skills and learned the ins and outs of running a business. Later, I moved to Pocatello, ID, and joined Jakers as a salad cook. Through hard work and dedication, I became an Assistant Manager and then the Assistant General Manager in Meridian. After two years, I was thrilled to accept the General Manager position.
I love making people happy and creating a great environment for our team and guests at Jakers Meridian. I strive to provide an amazing dining experience for everyone who visits.
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