ARYAN VIJAY KUMAR
Ilford
Summary
Energetic and outgoing professional with dedication to positive guest relations. Passionate about securing new, challenging position within fast-paced restaurant or bar. High-volume dining, customer service and cash-handling background.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Waiter
Ibis Hotel
London, City of London
2026.04 - Current
- Helped reduce waiting times by swiftly clearing tables after use.
- Worked collaboratively with kitchen staff for efficient service delivery.
- Remained calm under pressure, ensuring better performance during peak hours.
- Delivered excellent customer service through friendly and polite interaction.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to queries and requests.
Kitchen porter
Hotel Strand Palace
Charing Cross, City of Westminster
2026.03 - Current
- Unloaded deliveries, stored items properly for easy accessibility.
- Followed established procedures for handling special cleaning solutions in order to protect self and others from harm.
- Cleaned work surfaces, ensured hygiene standards were met.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness by washing kitchen equipment and utensils.
- Completed deep cleaning tasks as instructed by supervising chef or manager.
- Worked under pressure during peak times without compromising on quality of work delivered.
PETROL STATION MANAGER
Esso Petrol Pump
Chingford
2026.02 - 2026.05
- Directed daily fuel margin reviews and supplier negotiations to protect profitability while maintaining consistent pump availability for customers.
- Orchestrates shift rosters and cross-training sessions to flex staffing during peaks, improving service coverage and shortening transaction times.
- Maintains rigorous stock and accessory inventory processes with regular reconciliations to prevent shrinkage and ensure product availability.
- Analyzes daily sales and forecourt throughput to identify slow-moving SKUs and peak-demand windows, informing promotions and schedule adjustments for measurable gains.
HOUSEKEEPING WORKER
Hotel Taj
London
2026.01 - 2026.01
- Inspected rooms against brand standards, diagnosed root causes of repeat issues, and adjusted cleaning schedules to deliver noticeable improvements in presentation and guest satisfaction.
- Coordinated rapid room turnaround by reorganizing supply stations and sequencing tasks, improving operational flow and ensuring rooms were ready for incoming guests.
- Performed systematic spot checks and logged findings to identify trends, enabling targeted training and consistent adherence to cleanliness protocols.
- Managed high-priority turnarounds during peak service with clear task delegation and timeboxing, maintaining room availability and protecting guest experience.
KITCHEN ASSISTANT
Steakbox Restaurant
Ilford
2025.12 - 2026.01
- Reorganized prep station layouts to streamline handoffs, shortening plate assembly delays and supporting steadier ticket flow during shifts.
- Monitored ingredient usage patterns and adjusted prep batches accordingly, preventing shortages and ensuring consistent dish availability.
- Conducted systematic quality checks on deliveries and documented discrepancies, maintaining recipe integrity and preventing spoilage.
KITCHEN PORTER
Funicular Production
Whitechapel
2025.10 - 2025.11
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and dishwashing operations to support uninterrupted service and reduce downtime.
- Handled waste disposal and basic equipment checks to prevent contamination and ensure safe food prep areas.
- Assisted chefs with ingredient prep and stock rotation to maintain consistent supply during shifts.
CREW MEMBER
Steakbox Restaurant
East London
2025.09 - 2025.10
- Assisted in daily operations, enhancing team efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team to streamline service, boosting customer retention.
- Resolved customer issues promptly, ensuring a positive dining experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation, contributing to a safe environment.
- Supported kitchen staff, facilitating smooth service flow and timely order delivery.
Education
MASTERS IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT -
Northeastern University
London 2025.09 - 2026.09
B. SC. (H) - FORENSIC SCIENCE
Amity University
Noida, Uttar Pradesh 2020.09 - 2024.05
CLASS XII (CBSE) - undefined
Indian School Wadi Kabir
Muscat, OmanCLASS X (CBSE) - undefined
Indian School Wadi Kabir
Muscat, OmanSkills
- Time Management
- Dining etiquette knowledge
- Serving techniques
- Written Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Conflict Resolution
- Teamwork
- Emotional Intelligence
- Adaptability
- Working Under Pressure
- Meal recommendation
- Kitchen equipment operation
LANGUAGES
English
Hindi
Malayalam
COURSES
- BASICS OF PYTHON - YoutubeCourses - 2025
- PYTHON FOR DATA SCIENCE - Upgrad - 2025
- MOBILE AND SIM FORENSICS - 2023
- DISK FORENSICS - 2022
Timeline
Waiter
Ibis Hotel
2026.04 - Current
Kitchen porter
Hotel Strand Palace
2026.03 - Current
PETROL STATION MANAGER
Esso Petrol Pump
2026.02 - 2026.05
HOUSEKEEPING WORKER
Hotel Taj
2026.01 - 2026.01
KITCHEN ASSISTANT
Steakbox Restaurant
2025.12 - 2026.01
KITCHEN PORTER
Funicular Production
2025.10 - 2025.11
MASTERS IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT -
Northeastern University
2025.09 - 2026.09
CREW MEMBER
Steakbox Restaurant
2025.09 - 2025.10
B. SC. (H) - FORENSIC SCIENCE
Amity University
2020.09 - 2024.05
CLASS XII (CBSE) - undefined
Indian School Wadi Kabir
CLASS X (CBSE) - undefined
Indian School Wadi Kabir