Joel Blackwood
larbert,Larbert
Summary
Versatile team member demonstrating strong customer service skills in fast-paced environments. Engages with guests to create welcoming experiences and handles enquiries with empathy and professionalism. Supports team efficiency through effective collaboration and adaptability.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Football Referee
SFA
02.2025 - Current
- Enforced rules and regulations of football, promoting fair play and sportsmanship among players.
- Enforced consistent match rules and regulations.
- Communicated decisions to players with clear and instructive style.
- Developed strong communication skills to effectively manage player and coach interactions.
- Applied conflict resolution techniques to defuse tensions and maintain a positive sporting environment.
Kitchen Porter
Taste Cafe Deli
Linlithgow, West Lothian
03.2025 - 08.2026
- Fostered positive atmosphere under pressure, supporting harmonious kitchen environment.
- Ensured high standards of kitchen hygiene by regularly cleaning surfaces and equipment.
- Handled cleaning chemicals in line with safe use guidance.
- Maintained neat and organised food storage areas to increase team efficiency.
- Supported chefs during busy periods to ensure timely preparation and delivery of meals.
- Washed and peeled produce and prepared ingredients and equipment to support kitchen workflow.
- Assisted chefs with food preparation tasks such as washing, peeling, chopping, and cutting ingredients.
- Maintained inventory of supplies in chef workspaces during peak hours.
- Organised and stocked food supplies, utensils, and equipment to streamline kitchen operations.
Front of House Team Member
Mitchells & Butlers
larbert, Stirlingshire
10.2024 - 03.2025
- Greeted guests upon arrival, offering immediate assistance and providing a welcoming atmosphere.
- Handled customer enquiries and complaints with empathy and professionalism, resolving issues promptly.
- Supported team members during rush hours, demonstrating flexibility and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.
- Kept tables clean and presentable by clearing glassware, cutlery and crockery from tables when finished.
Education
National 5 - English
Larbert highschool
Larbert, FALNational 5 - Physical Education
Larbert highschool
Larbert, FALNational 5 - Biology
Larbert highschool
Larbert, FALNational 5 - Practical Cookery
Larbert highschool
Larbert, FALHigher - English
Larbert highschool
Larbert, FALHigher - Physical Education
Larbert highschool
Larbert, FALHigher National Certificate - Police Studies
Forth Valley College
Falkirk, FALCat 7A - Refereeing
Larbert highschool
Larbert, FALSkills
- Customer service
- Decision communication
- Conflict resolution
- Stress management
- Safety compliance
- Food preparation
- Sanitation standards
- Inventory organization
- Guest relations
- Time efficiency
- Flexibility in roles
- First Aid
Certification
- First aid certified
Timeline
Kitchen Porter
Taste Cafe Deli
03.2025 - 08.2026
Football Referee
SFA
02.2025 - Current
Front of House Team Member
Mitchells & Butlers
10.2024 - 03.2025
National 5 - English
Larbert highschool
National 5 - Physical Education
Larbert highschool
National 5 - Biology
Larbert highschool
National 5 - Practical Cookery
Larbert highschool
Higher - English
Larbert highschool
Higher - Physical Education
Larbert highschool
Higher National Certificate - Police Studies
Forth Valley College
Cat 7A - Refereeing
Larbert highschool