Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
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Aaron Roberts

Manchester,Greater Manchester

Summary

Motivated law graduate with a 2:1 LLB from the University of Salford and a strong interest in entering the legal field. Proven ability to work under pressure and contribute to high-performing teams through several years in fast-paced hospitality settings, including stepping up as acting Sous Chef and Head Chef during their respective absences. Highly organised, detail-oriented, and experienced in managing workflows, supervising staff, and solving problems quickly and effectively. Equipped with legal research skills through certifications in Westlaw and LexisNexis, and proficient in Microsoft Office. I am now eager to begin my legal career by putting my degree into practice and continuing to develop professionally in a practical legal setting.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Junior sous chef

Folk.
Manchester, Greater Manchester
01.2025 - Current
  • Adapted quickly under pressure, maintaining speed without compromising quality during peak hours.
  • Stepped up as acting Sous Chef and Head Chef during the absence of senior staff, demonstrating leadership capability.
  • Coordinated with fellow chefs for smoother kitchen operations whilst managing to reduce labour costs from 68% to 29% in a short time frame, without affecting the quality or speed of work.

Chef de partie

Hot Buttered
Manchester, Greater Manchester
09.2024 - 01.2025
  • Adhered strictly to food hygiene regulations, ensuring safe preparation at all times.
  • Assisted in the organisation, execution and maintenance of events at 'Bestival 2024' and both the Manchester and Sheffield 'Wingfest 2024' sites.
  • Assisted the head chef in delivering quality dishes within tight deadlines.

Chef de partie

Folk.
Manchester, Greater Manchester
01.2023 - 09.2024
  • Trained apprentice chefs, improving their culinary skills substantially.
  • Maintained inventory control without compromising on food quality or taste.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations, leading to smoother service during busy periods.

Kitchen porter

Folk.
Manchester, Greater Manchester
07.2022 - 01.2023
  • Supported overall restaurant operations through effective teamwork with other staff members.
  • Achieved high levels of organisation with sorting and storing deliveries, as well as reorganising storage areas to benefit workflow.

Chef

Loungers
Manchester, Greater Manchester
06.2021 - 07.2022
  • Worked with front of house team to coordinate fast, fresh deliveries in line with professional reputation.
  • Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes that met customer needs and palates.

Education

Bachelor of Law - Law

University of Salford
Salford
09.2022 - 05.2025

A-Levels -

Parrs Wood 6th Form College
Manchester
09.2020 - 06.2022

GCSEs -

Parrs Wood High School
Manchester
09.2015 - 06.2020

Skills

  • Pressure handling
  • Organisation
  • Computer literacy
  • Workflow optimisation
  • Staff supervision
  • Task prioritisation

Affiliations

  • Football
  • Music
  • Pool and Snooker
  • Gym

Certification

-Westlaw UK Advanced Certificate

-Microsoft Office Specialist: Word Associated

-LexisNexis Basic Certificate

-Food Allergy Awareness Course

-Food & Safety Hygiene (Level 2) Course

-Full UK Driver's License

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Junior sous chef

Folk.
01.2025 - Current

Chef de partie

Hot Buttered
09.2024 - 01.2025

Chef de partie

Folk.
01.2023 - 09.2024

Bachelor of Law - Law

University of Salford
09.2022 - 05.2025

Kitchen porter

Folk.
07.2022 - 01.2023

Chef

Loungers
06.2021 - 07.2022

A-Levels -

Parrs Wood 6th Form College
09.2020 - 06.2022

GCSEs -

Parrs Wood High School
09.2015 - 06.2020
Aaron Roberts