- singing, hosting karaoke nights, holding quizes previous small performances singing at local venues
- i play darts for my local ladies league
- creating makeup looks, such as wedding/prom, special fx and glam looks
Abigail Cousins
Swinton,South Yorkshire
Summary
Proactive learner with strengths in team development and leadership. confident and willing to try anything, well spoken and able to take on any task at hand. generous experience in customer service and cooking. loyal, trustworthy and kind and helpful to others. ability to thrive individually and as a team or leader.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant manger
The station
Swinton, South Yorkshire
05.2024 - 06.2026
- As the assistant manager at The Station i worked primarily as a bartender; this included the serving of beers, cocktails and shots. I also helped in creating offers for the bar.
- Created staff rotas, ordered beer and products, managed business administration, organised files, and trained staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation of pub daily, managed opening and closing procedures, and resolved customer issues.
- I thrive in the position of helping other staff become more confident in the duties and roles of a bartender, communicating with customers and creating a warm and enjoyable environment for all.
- I made calls to organise outside companies to come to the pub to fix or alter items and equipment.
- Ran kitchen 1-2 days a week; leading staff during Sunday dinner service and overseeing carvery operations.
Bartender
The courtyard/The butchers arms
Swinton, South Yorkshire
09.2016 - 02.2024
- Bartended at the courtyard, selling beer, serving customers, managing beer deliveries, completing stock rotation, and maintaining cleanliness and organisation of the pub.
- I successfully handled high volumes of customers and managed well under pressure.
- Maintained cleanliness of the pub, ensured high hygiene standards, and fostered a welcoming environment for customers to enjoy their time.
- was confident and enjoyed my time here but was unable to complete progression. this then led me to working at the station.
Education
Higher National Diploma - cooking
Rotherham college
Rotherham, ROT01-2018
GCSEs - gcse
Swinton comprehensive school
Swinton, ROT01-2016
Skills
- Business administration
- Customer engagement
- Staff training
- Food preparation
- Technical proficiency
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Leadership skills
- Excellent communication
- Learning agility
Interests
Timeline
Assistant manger
The station
05.2024 - 06.2026
Bartender
The courtyard/The butchers arms
09.2016 - 02.2024
Higher National Diploma - cooking
Rotherham college
GCSEs - gcse
Swinton comprehensive school