Aidan Grant
Salisbury,Wiltshire
Summary
Dependable individual with solid communication and teamwork skills, complemented by keen ability to adapt quickly in high-stress environments. Experienced working in team environments while being proficient in maintaining high standards, allowing for effective and efficient output delivery.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Kitchen staff member
St Michael's Resort
Falmouth, Cornwall
2024.09 - Current
- Headed a team allocated to training over 10 new members of staff
- Demonstrated teamwork by assisting fellow staff during peak hours.
- Multi-tasked efficiently to meet strict deadlines.
- Ensured smooth service with effective communication skills.
- Cooperated well with kitchen teams, improving workflow and raising working standards.
Gowning Services
Ede & Ravenscroft
2024.07 - 2025.11
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently, allowing 3-4 graduation ceremonies of over 200 graduates to run smoothly day.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Trained new members of staff to a high standard
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease.
Sous Chef
The Radnor Arms
Salisbury, Wiltshire
2019.07 - 2023.12
- Collaborated closely with front-of-house team, ensuring seamless service delivery.
- Fostered a positive working environment through clear communication and team motivation.
- Conducted staff training sessions to enhance culinary skills and knowledge.
- Worked under pressure during peak hours whilst maintaining composure and efficiency, serving over 250 covers to a high standard.
- Managed inventory efficiently, minimising waste and optimising resource use.
- Delegated tasks to junior chefs for efficient kitchen operations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Politics and International Relations
University of Exeter
Penryn, Cornwall 2021.09 - 2024.06
A-Levels - History, Geography, Fine Art
The Burgate school and sixth form
Fordingbridge, Hampshire 2019.09 - 2021.06
GCSEs -
The Burgate School and Sixth Form
Fordingbridge, Hampshire 2014.09 - 2019.06
Skills
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Leadership
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Customer Service
- Proficient in Word and Excel
- Data Analysis
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kitchen staff member
St Michael's Resort
2024.09 - Current
Gowning Services
Ede & Ravenscroft
2024.07 - 2025.11
Bachelor of Arts - Politics and International Relations
University of Exeter
2021.09 - 2024.06
A-Levels - History, Geography, Fine Art
The Burgate school and sixth form
2019.09 - 2021.06
Sous Chef
The Radnor Arms
2019.07 - 2023.12
GCSEs -
The Burgate School and Sixth Form
2014.09 - 2019.06