Alexandra Lister
Leamington Spa,Warwickshire
Summary
Organised and highly motivated student pursuing a degree in BA History with a broad interest in the built environment and historical building conservation that I am keen to explore further. I am an ambitious and hard-working individual, with good oral and written communication, who works efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Retail Assistant
The Food Warehouse
York
2023.04 - 2025.03
- Providing exceptional customer service by assisting shoppers, resolving inquiries and complaints promptly, restocking shelves and freezers efficiently, updating store layouts according to merchandising plans, and managing incoming stock deliveries
- Awarded Employee of the Year for 2023/2024
Housekeeper
Woodland Grange Hotel EEF Venues
Leamington Spa
2023.04 - 2025.03
- Making up, cleaning and polishing bedrooms and bathrooms, and ensuring all rooms are up to standard for guests to stay in
Retail Assistant
SA Newsagents and Convenience Store
Leamington Spa
2021.05 - 2025.03
- This customer-facing role involved operating the till, managing the opening and closing of the store, restocking shelves, and handling administrative tasks
- Through frequent customer interactions, I developed my ability to adapt communication styles to meet diverse customer needs
- For instance, I completed a basic British Sign Language course to improve communication and provide inclusive service to a regular customer with a hearing impairment
Project-Based Experience
Osbaldwick Oral Histories Project
, York
2025.03 - 2025.05
- A project-based experience collaborating with St Thomas’ Church, which aimed to document and celebrate the local history of Osbaldwick through interviews with residents
- This project highlighted the importance of preserving both physical history and oral history, demonstrating the crucial role of community engagement in conservation efforts
Work Placement
Baily Garner
London
2023.07 - 2023.07
- A week-long placement shadowing various disciplines within the company, including Building Surveyors and Clerk of Works
- I saw project developments firsthand, attended on-site visits and meetings with clients to update them on the progress of the projects
- This week was a great opportunity to experience a brief overview and introduction to a career in construction
Bar Staff
The Pavilion Garden Bar
Kenilworth
2022.06 - 2022.08
- Collaborated effectively within a team to prepare and serve cocktails, maintain cleanliness, and manage pot washing duties for private functions and local events, ensuring high standards of service and hygiene
Bar Staff
The Winstanley Arms
Leicester
2021.06 - 2021.06
- Completed a two-week residential placement, gaining hands-on experience in all aspects of pub management, including bar service, cellar operations such as changing barrels, and delivering excellent customer service
Education
BA (Hons) - History
University of York
York 2022.09 -
A-Levels - History (A), Statistics (A), English Literature and Language (B)
Kenilworth School and Sixth Form
Kenilworth, Warwickshire 2020.09 - 2022.07
GCSEs - 9 GCSE’s grades 6-8 (including English, Maths, and Triple Science)
Kenilworth School and Sixth Form
Kenilworth, Warwickshire 2015.09 - 2020.07
Skills
- Leadership experience
- Communication skills
- Teamwork
- Customer service
- Committed
- Punctual
Activities and Interests
- Served as Co-President of Alcuin College Netball Club during university, demonstrating leadership and teamwork.
- Competed regularly for university 1st teams in netball and football.
- Strengthened leadership skills through coaching football and netball to younger secondary school students.
- Achieved Bronze and Silver Duke of Edinburgh Awards.
- Played guitar for over 10 years, cultivating discipline and continuous self-improvement.
- Proactively completed online courses during COVID-19 lockdown, including U.S. Anti-Black Racism and historical studies (FutureLearn).
- Actively represented school teams in multiple sports, including netball, football, rounders, hockey, and athletics; also played football at Lillington Juniors FC for eight years.
Timeline
Project-Based Experience
Osbaldwick Oral Histories Project
2025.03 - 2025.05
Work Placement
Baily Garner
2023.07 - 2023.07
Retail Assistant
The Food Warehouse
2023.04 - 2025.03
Housekeeper
Woodland Grange Hotel EEF Venues
2023.04 - 2025.03
BA (Hons) - History
University of York
2022.09 -
Bar Staff
The Pavilion Garden Bar
2022.06 - 2022.08
Bar Staff
The Winstanley Arms
2021.06 - 2021.06
Retail Assistant
SA Newsagents and Convenience Store
2021.05 - 2025.03
A-Levels - History (A), Statistics (A), English Literature and Language (B)
Kenilworth School and Sixth Form
2020.09 - 2022.07
GCSEs - 9 GCSE’s grades 6-8 (including English, Maths, and Triple Science)
Kenilworth School and Sixth Form
2015.09 - 2020.07