Blake Ashworth-McLean
Rochdale,,Greater Manchester
Summary
Motivated, reliable and hardworking individual with a completed Zoo Science and Wildlife Conservation course at Hopwood Hall College and University, with experience in retail, customer service, and hospitality. Skilled in shelf replenishment, stock rotation, and providing excellent customer service, with a strong ability to learn quickly to new tasks, work well under pressure, and maintain a positive attitude, Friendly, punctual and adaptable, i enjoy working both independently and as a part of a team. alongside my work experience, i have developed practical animal care and conservation knowledge through my studies and international field trips to South Africa and Greece. Having completed my Bronze Duke of Edinborough's Award, i am always eager to develop new skills and contribute positively to any workplace.
Overview
9
9
years of post-secondary education
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Key Holder
Blue Inc
Rochdale, Greater Manchester
2023.10 - 2024.04
- Assumed responsibility for cash handling and financial transactions.
- Processed payments by cash, cheque or card to help complete transactions.
- Counted till cash and vouchers daily, then stored totals in locked safes.
- Managed opening or closing procedures whilst adhering strictly to company policies.
- Executed daily operational tasks, improving overall store efficiency.
- Demonstrated excellent product knowledge to assist customers with purchases.
- Provided training to new staff members, fostering a team-oriented environment.
- Maintained shop floor and storage cleanliness, organization, and orderly presentation.
Store assistant
Asda
Rochdale, Greater Manchester
2022.09 - 2023.01
- Improved product availability by effectively restocking shelves.
- I made sure i was knowledgeable in product placement to help quickly direct customers
- Worked in chilled section, maintaining fully stocked fridges throughout shift.
- Maintained store cleanliness for an appealing shopping environment.
- kept shelves looking tidy by removing empty packaging, cardboard and plastic from shelves.
- Made sure i could work well within a team and completed visual merchandising tasks as instructed by team leaders.
- Coordinated with team members for smooth store operation.
- Worked additional shifts to support team during busy periods. and maintained flexible schedule to achieve store goals.
Cafe worker
Laughing Loaf
Rochdale, Greater Manchester
2021.06 - 2021.09
- Greeted guests upon arrival, fostering a welcoming atmosphere in the café.
- Resolved customer questions and complaints, contributing to high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of menu items, informing customers of changes to enhance their dining experience.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, minimising discrepancies at the end of shift.
- Prepared, served, and maintained salad sandwich and hot food offerings during shifts.
- Cooked food using grills, griddles and deep-fat fryers.
- Prepared raw ingredients by washing and chopping for use in dishes.
- Cleaned and set tables quickly after customers left to help maximise café capacity
Education
GCSEs - Maths
St Cuthberts RC High School
Rochdale 2015.09 - 2020.05
GCSEs - English
St Cuthberts RC High School
Rochdale 2015.09 - 2020.05
Bachelor of Science - Zoo Science and Wildlife Conservation
Hopwood Hall College and University
Middleton 2024.09 -
Skills
- Cash handling
- Cash register operation
- Retail sales
- Inventory management
- Store operations
- Product rotation
- Stock rotation
- Shelf stacking
- Staff management
- Staff supervision
- Customer Service
- Punctuality
- Table preparation
- Table service
- Table clearing
- Key control
- Bill calculation
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Zoo Science and Wildlife Conservation
Hopwood Hall College and University
2024.09 -
Key Holder
Blue Inc
2023.10 - 2024.04
Store assistant
Asda
2022.09 - 2023.01
Cafe worker
Laughing Loaf
2021.06 - 2021.09
GCSEs - Maths
St Cuthberts RC High School
2015.09 - 2020.05
GCSEs - English
St Cuthberts RC High School
2015.09 - 2020.05