Alex Langcake
Godalming,United Kingdom
Summary
Friendly and articulate, with experience in customer service and an education in textiles and design. A strong work ethic, a fast learner, and highly adaptable to any situation. Seeking a part time opportunity in service or retail, available to work immediately with an open schedule. Competent, trustworthy, warm and creative with great attention to detail.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work history
Stall holder
Surrey Artist Open Studios
Farncombe, Surrey
2024.06 - 2025.06
- Handled cash transactions for smooth business operations.
- Encouraged increased sales through persuasive communication skills.
- Designed and created original pieces from start to finish.
- Ensured stock levels were consistently maintained, avoiding sell-outs.
- Built strong relationships with customers, fostering loyalty and repeat business.
- Provided detailed product information to assist customer purchasing decisions.
- Tracked which payments were cash or card, what exactly was sold, and how many people visited.
Food stall holder
Ladda Thai Cuisine
, Surrey
2023.07 - 2023.07
- Prepared food items quickly to meet customer demands during peak hours.
- Maintained calm under pressure during rush hours enhancing efficiency.
- Ensured adherence to local health regulations whilst preparing meals.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down food stall daily.
- Accommodated special dietary requirements to cater wider audience.
- Collaborated with team members for efficient functioning of the stall.
- Demonstrated knowledge of menu items for improved customer service experience.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Costume Design for Film and TV
Falmouth University
Falmouth 2024.09 -
Foundation Degree in Arts - Fashion and Textiles
University for the Creative Arts
Farnham, Surrey 2022.09 - 2023.06
Skills
- Communication excellence
- Point of sale operation
- Bookkeeping
- Dependability
- Customer engagement
- Cash handling
- Customer Service
- Knowledge of payment systems
- Visual merchandising
- Friendly and attentive
- Resilience under pressure
- Stock control
- Records maintenance
Affiliations
- Any kind of textiles, from knitting to hand sewing to weaving
- Fashion history, with a focus on 18th century women's fashion, as well as working class dress through the ages
- 9 years of experience in drama and performance
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts - Costume Design for Film and TV
Falmouth University
2024.09 -
Stall holder
Surrey Artist Open Studios
2024.06 - 2025.06
Food stall holder
Ladda Thai Cuisine
2023.07 - 2023.07
Foundation Degree in Arts - Fashion and Textiles
University for the Creative Arts
2022.09 - 2023.06