Benjamin Lingwood
Achiltibuie
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Maintenance Operative & Front Of House
Summer Isles Enterprices
08.2024 - Current
FOH
- Supported day to day operations across Front of House and Maintenance in a multi-site environment.
- Set up and cleared down breakfast, lunch, and dinner service areas across multiple locations, Organization of equipment, furniture, and supplies throughout island
- Delivered relaxed, high-quality service for all guests and visitors.
Maintenance
- Maintained cleanliness and presentation of island, including paths, houses, windows, and communal areas.
- Carried out general maintenance and repairs across the island, including plumbing fixes, lighting, fixtures, and minor building works
- Worked flexibly across departments, responding to changing daily priorities and operational needs
- Sourcing & purchasing for the maintenance department, raising orders for tools, materials, and consumables to support ongoing team operations
Cafe Supervisor / Operations Assistant
Woodlea Farm Shop
Dunfermline
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported the setup and launch of a farm shop and cafe, contributing to planning and day-to-day running of the cafe
- Managed daily cafe operations, including opening and close-down procedures.
- Sourced high-quality products for retail sale, liaising with suppliers and supporting stock selection for the farm shop
- Delivered customer-facing service while supervising staff and coordinating shifts to ensure smooth daily operations
Self-Employed — Specialist Antiques Dealer
Ben Lingwood
Perth
03.2018 - 12.2023
- Ran a specialist international buying and selling business, completing over 3,000 individual sales to domestic and overseas customers
- Sourced bicycles, parts, and related antiques locally and internationally, managing supplier relationships and purchase negotiations
- Coordinated international shipping for over 60% of sales, including customs documentation and tracking
- Managed end-to-end order fulfilment, from procurement and inventory management through to delivery and aftersales support
- Communicated with buyers and suppliers across multiple time zones via email, phone, and online platforms, resolving issues efficiently
- Strong understanding of ESG and sustainability principles, with a focus on responsible sourcing, lifecycle value, and logistics efficiency
Skills
- Adaptability to different tasks
- Electrical systems understanding
- Equipment judgement
- Flexibility in work hours
- Building maintenance
- Stock control
- Office 365 proficient
Personal Statement
I’d like to apply for the Island Procurement and Logistics Coordinator role. Having worked across Maintenance and Front of House at Summer Isles, I have a strong understanding of the island’s operations, departments, and the practicalities of keeping everything running smoothly.
In Maintenance, I already handle driving, collections, deliveries, purchasing, and inter-department coordination. Combined with Front of House experience, this has given me hands-on insight into procurement, storage, food handling, and multi-team operations.
Previously, I ran an international business selling high-end antique bicycles, managing sourcing, supplier relationships, shipping, customs, and customer communications for over 3,000 sales. I also helped set up a farm shop and café, sourcing products, managing stock, and supporting day-to-day operations with food hygiene standards.
I enjoy roles at the center of operations that require flexibility and coordination across multiple teams, and I believe my experience and knowledge of the island make me well suited to this position.
Thank you for considering my application. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss the role further.
Timeline
Maintenance Operative & Front Of House
Summer Isles Enterprices
08.2024 - Current
Cafe Supervisor / Operations Assistant
Woodlea Farm Shop
02.2024 - 08.2024
Self-Employed — Specialist Antiques Dealer
Ben Lingwood
03.2018 - 12.2023