Abhinov Dey
London
Summary
Biomedical science graduate with extensive academic experience in cardiovascular and vascular physiology, including hands-on laboratory research. Completed comprehensive research reports and engaged in group discussions on medication implications. Over three years of leadership experience at Tesco, advancing to shift leader/team leader, overseeing team supervision, compliance, and store operations in a dynamic environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Shift Leader / Duty Manager
Tesco Stores Ltd
London
2021.12 - 2026.04
- Leading operations of a High turnover Tesco branch in Central London, supervising 40+ colleagues to maintain service standards, routine efficiency and business continuity in a fast-paced environment
- Improving operational performance through strategic stock control, merchandising standards, KPI reporting/analysis and reducing waste by 10% year-on-year.
- Oversaw Safe/Legal (Shield) and Finance controls (Internal) Audits ensuring through store walks, safety/fire compliance, store walks and emergency product withdrawal.
- Achieved zero critical Audit failures with full Compliance.
- Oversaw both operational and Financial control including cash office management, shrink/Loss analysis, and coordination with external stakeholders (police, third-party contractors and brand representatives) - minimising loss and strengthening overall accountability.
- Developed team capability and store standards via ‘let’s talk’ performance reviews, staff coaching, return to work processes, coordination of 2022-23 store refurbishment and conducting duties as the store’s Designated Premises supervisor enforcing Think 25- monitoring Alcohol/tobacco Sales under own personal license.
Event Assistant/ Set up Assistant (shift based)
Hilton park Lane – (Coople Agency Ltd)
2021.11 - 2021.11
- Responsible for setting up Banqueting room.
- Responsible for delivering high level of banquet/ event service standard required.
- Quality assurance of food preparation areas in accordance to food hygiene standards
Set Up Assistant (shift based)
The Dilly, Piccadilly Circus - (Coople Agency Ltd)
2021.09 - 2021.09
- Timely function set-up, service delivery and breakdown of assigned conference events as per function sheet and company standards (manual).
- Manual handling and movement of equipment/furniture.
- Follow event guidelines/plan specific to needs of clients.
- To assist in general maintenance of working areas.
- Ensure conference equipment is kept in good working order and stored correctly and safely.
- Report all damage, hazards and wear and tear occurring within areas of work.
Administrative Assistant (Part time)
Star Lettings & Estate Management, London
London
2020.08 - 2020.10
- Meeting and greeting clients/customers, answering client queries face to face, over the phone and by email.
- Transferring calls to the relevant department.
- Filing, typing letters, scanning, photocopying and dealt with post in and post out.
- Monitor the supply room, regularly check the stock of stationery and reorder supplies.
- Supporting Office manager with ad hoc administrative projects.
Education
BSc (Hons) - Biomedical Sciences
KINGS COLLEGE LONDON (KCL)
London 2021.09 - 2025.07
A levels - Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics
SEVEN KINGS HIGH SCHOOL
Ilford 2019.09 - 2021.05
9 GCSEs - Triple science, Maths and English
The Palmer Catholic Academy
London 2014.09 - 2019.06
Skills
- Organizational and communication skills
- Data analysis with spreadsheets
- Microsoft Office and Sigmaplot proficiency
- Leadership abilities
- Customer relations and support
- Technical equipment operation
- Payroll management
- Conflict resolution
- Workload prioritization
- KPI tracking
- Food hygiene certification
Key skills / Language Competency
English
Native
Bengali
Fluent
Hindi
Intermediate
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Shift Leader / Duty Manager
Tesco Stores Ltd
2021.12 - 2026.04
Event Assistant/ Set up Assistant (shift based)
Hilton park Lane – (Coople Agency Ltd)
2021.11 - 2021.11
BSc (Hons) - Biomedical Sciences
KINGS COLLEGE LONDON (KCL)
2021.09 - 2025.07
Set Up Assistant (shift based)
The Dilly, Piccadilly Circus - (Coople Agency Ltd)
2021.09 - 2021.09
Administrative Assistant (Part time)
Star Lettings & Estate Management, London
2020.08 - 2020.10
A levels - Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics
SEVEN KINGS HIGH SCHOOL
2019.09 - 2021.05
9 GCSEs - Triple science, Maths and English
The Palmer Catholic Academy
2014.09 - 2019.06