About Us
Dave Rosage – Owner, General Manager
Dave Rosage is a co-owner of Skipper’s Pier Restaurant & Dock Bar, bringing a strong business background, entrepreneurial spirit, and genuine passion for people. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Stevenson University and an MBA from Loyola College Maryland.
Deeply committed to the local community, Dave serves on the Board of Anne Arundel Economic Development and is a Maryland Freemason. Beyond his work, he is an avid reader with a lifelong interest in business, leadership, and continued learning. He is also an advocate for young entrepreneurs. In addition to Skipper’s Pier, Dave owns and operates other small businesses.
At Skipper’s Pier, Dave is dedicated to creating an exceptional guest experience. He believes great dining goes beyond the food on the plate—it’s about fresh, cuisine, attentive service, and making every guest feel welcome. You will often see him hugging all his customers!
As a local business owner, Dave takes pride in being part of the South County community and helping make Skipper’s Pier a place where friends, families, and neighbors can gather and lean on. Outside of the business, Dave enjoys spending time with his wife, Jessica, their three children.
Jessica Rosage – Owner / Marketing & Events
Jessica Rosage is a passionate chef, restaurateur, and co-owner of Skipper’s Pier Restaurant & Dock Bar. A graduate of Johnson & Wales University in Charlotte, North Carolina, with a bachelor’s degree in Food Service Management, Jessica is an award-winning chef and pastry chef with a talent for creating memorable experiences, from savory dishes to decadent desserts.
With extensive experience in both front-of-house and back-of-house restaurant operations, Jessica brings creativity, organization, and a love for hospitality to every aspect of Skipper’s Pier. Talented in many areas – she takes pride in bringing ideas to life and creating unforgettable experiences for guests, whether through the restaurant’s menu, special events, her delicious pies & cookies, wreath classes, weddings, or holiday celebrations.
For Jessica, Skipper’s Pier is about more than great food. It’s about bringing people together, celebrating life’s special moments, and creating a place where the local community feels at home.
When she’s not busy at the restaurant, Jessica enjoys life with her husband and co-owner, Dave, and their three children. Balancing family life with her passion for the restaurant business, she brings heart, dedication, and a personal touch to everything she does at Skipper’s Pier.
Charles Warner – Executive Chef
Chef Charles has been in the industry for over thirty years. He has studied and mastered many styles of cooking, including but not limited to Asian, Italian, Classical French, and American Southern Cuisine. His impressive resume boasts chef positions at Chartwell Country Club, Timbuktu Restaurant and Lounge and the historic Pimlico Restaurant, all in the Baltimore region. Coupled with Charles’ passion for cooking is his desire to impart his culinary knowledge to others in the industry, or those aspiring to be. He has served as culinary advisor for both Baltimore City and Anne Arundel County.
Nadreen Ferguson – Front of the House Manager
With over 20 years as part of the Skipper’s Pier family, our Front of House Manager brings her experience, a welcoming personality, and a genuine passion for hospitality to everything she does. Known for her outgoing nature, strong work ethic, and big heart, she takes pride in bringing people together, creating memories, and making others feel appreciated.
As a proud mom, Gigi and wife, family means everything to her! She has a big heart, a strong personality, and a passion for helping others. She believes in working hard but also continuing to have fun, and believe that life is all about!
Amanda Willet – Front of the House Manager
Amanda Willet has been a part of the Skipper’s Pier family for over 17 years. She started out as a hostess and has held every position in the front of the house. Her current role as Front of the House Manager allows her to work directly with the servers, bartenders, and all the support staff. She enjoys talking to the customers and has spent years building relationships within the community. Amanda works at Skipper’s part time while her full time job is in the education field. She has a Bachelor’s Degree from Towson University, and two Master’s Degrees; one from University of Maryland and one from Bowie State. When she is not working (which is almost never) she enjoys spending time with her husband and their 4 year old daughter, Avery!
