Aaron Meleady
Belfast,Antrim
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong foundation in customer service, known for maintaining a calm demeanour and composure under pressure. Skilled in time-management, money handling, and fostering positive interactions to ensure client satisfaction. Demonstrates a positive attitude and commitment to delivering exceptional service while efficiently managing responsibilities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Bartender
Clayton Hotel
Belfast, Antrim
09.2024 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organised bar, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Welcomed guests with friendly conversation and fun atmosphere.
- Completed end-of-day cleanup to reset bar for next day.
- Adapted quickly to different situations maintaining efficiency even under pressure.
- Input orders into register, calculated bills and collected payments.
- Inspected customer identification to verify age against legal standards.
- Processed payments accurately reducing discrepancies at end of shift tallying.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to maintain good relationships.
- Prepared ingredients and garnishes for cocktails and signature bar drinks.
- Cared for guest wellbeing, monitoring excess consumption and calling for transportation.
Food Service, Irish Golf Open Co. Down 2024
Excel
Newcastle, Newry Mourne and Down
09.2024 - 09.2025
Student Open Day Volunteer
Queen's University Belfast
Belfast, Antrim and Newtownabbey
05.2024 - 09.2024
Cafe worker
Avoca
Belfast, Antrim and Newtownabbey
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Cleaned and set tables quickly after customers left to maximise restaurant capacity.
- Kept tables clear of used crockery, glassware and cutlery.
- Delivered food and drinks from kitchen to respective tables to meet timely expectations.
Cafe worker
Hexham Abbey
Hexham, Northumberland
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Cleaned, sanitised and organised food storage racks and bins, maintaining exceptional hygiene standards.
- Accurately took orders, making menu recommendations as appropriate.
- Processed cash and card payments promptly, minimising customer waiting times and enabling swift table turnarounds.
- Assisted kitchen staff with food prep, dishwashing and plating food.
- Maintained clean and organised work area, contributing to efficient service delivery.
- Provided friendly, courteous service, maximising positive customer satisfaction ratings.
- Dealt with customer queries and complaints, ensuring high level of customer satisfaction.
- Prepared hot and cold beverages for customers' satisfaction.
Work Experience
West Limerick Resources LTD
Newcastle West, Limerick
07.2022 - 07.2022
- Preparation of paperwork, leaflets, and information packs specifically for a farming initiative aimed at farmers and young people living with disabilities.
Education
A-Levels -
Queen Elizabeth High School
Hexham 09.2021 - 06.2023
Skills
- Customer Service
- Positive attitude
- Time-management
- Money handling
- Composure under pressure
- Calm demeanour
Affiliations
- Musical interests e.g. Guitar and Piano
- Politics
Accomplishments
Grade 1-7 in both classical guitar and piano through ABRSM and Trinity Music
Timeline
Bartender
Clayton Hotel
09.2024 - Current
Food Service, Irish Golf Open Co. Down 2024
Excel
09.2024 - 09.2025
Student Open Day Volunteer
Queen's University Belfast
05.2024 - 09.2024
Cafe worker
Avoca
03.2024 - 08.2024
Work Experience
West Limerick Resources LTD
07.2022 - 07.2022
A-Levels -
Queen Elizabeth High School
09.2021 - 06.2023
Cafe worker
Hexham Abbey
08.2021 - 12.2023
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