Ben Preece
SHREWSBURY,Shropshire
Summary
Driven professional with keen ability to lead teams and optimise operations, demonstrating strong leadership and problem-solving skills. Possesses excellent communication and decision-making abilities, crucial for fostering productive work environment. Ready to make significant impact in a new field of work.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work history
Deputy manager
The Midcounties Co-Operative
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
2026.03 - Current
- Implemented effective staff training programmes for improved performance.
- Supervised team members for optimal task completion.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly, improving customer satisfaction levels.
- Enforced company policies for a safe and productive work environment.
- Collaborated with the manager to achieve organisational goals.
- Provided guidance to junior staff, fostering professional growth and development.
Team leader
The Midcounties Co-Operative
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
2023.10 - 2026.03
- Resolved conflicts effectively, promoting harmony within the workforce.
- Implemented new working methods which improved overall efficiency of the team operations.
- Ensured adherence to company policy by all team members, maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Prioritised tasks according to urgency and importance, optimising workload allocation among team members.
- Coordinated daily tasks, ensuring smooth workflow within the team.
Teaching assistant
Woodfield infant school
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
2021.02 - 2025.06
- Assisted children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
- Facilitated active learning environments with engaging teaching aids and resources.
- Provided feedback on pupil's work, identifying areas for improvement.
- Provided additional support to students with special educational needs, ensuring inclusivity.
- Supported classroom teacher with behaviour management, promoting a positive learning environment.
Customer service assistant
The Midcounties Co-Operative
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
2020.01 - 2023.10
- Collaborated well within a team setting, fostering a positive working atmosphere .
- Provided exceptional levels of customer service consistently; creating loyal customers .
- Upheld company policies and procedures consistently for maintained standards of operation.
- Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills when dealing with complex customer issues.
Bar staff member
The Boathouse
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
2017.01 - 2020.03
- Prepared beverages, ensuring consistent quality.
- Completed end-of-day cleaning duties, leaving the bar ready for next day's trade.
- Checked identification to maintain legal compliance.
- Cleaned and sanitised bar area, maintaining high standards of hygiene.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by providing excellent service.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
University of Chester
Chester /2022 - /2025
A-Levels - Business
Shrewsbury Colleges Group
Shrewsbury, Shropshire /2021 - /2023
Skills
- Decision-Making competence
- Time and task organisation
- Proactive communication
- Product or service knowledge
- Leadership
- Customer relations
- Team motivation
- Strong delegating abilities
- Strategic decision-making
- Dynamic leadership
Affiliations
- Football - Keen Footballer currently playing in the Shrewsbury Sunday league and Welsh tier 4 for Caersws development.
- Running - Enthusiastic social runner.
Certification
UK Driving licence
Timeline
Deputy manager
The Midcounties Co-Operative
2026.03 - Current
Team leader
The Midcounties Co-Operative
2023.10 - 2026.03
Teaching assistant
Woodfield infant school
2021.02 - 2025.06
Customer service assistant
The Midcounties Co-Operative
2020.01 - 2023.10
Bar staff member
The Boathouse
2017.01 - 2020.03
A-Levels - Business
Shrewsbury Colleges Group
/2021 - /2023
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
University of Chester
/2022 - /2025