Blake Robinson
Shawnee,Johnson County, KS
Summary
A versatile professional with expertise in orchestration, music arrangement, and instrument proficiency, complemented by a strong understanding of business ethics and customer preferences tracking. Demonstrates exceptional time management efficiency and data entry speed, ensuring seamless operations in diverse environments. Possesses unique skills in beer handling, aiming to leverage these competencies towards innovative solutions in the hospitality industry.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Bar Staff
Crown and Cushion
Northampton, Northamptonshire
2025.09 - 2026.04
- Engaged in upselling techniques, boosting sales revenue.
- Handled cash transactions to ensure accurate accounting.
- Completed end-of-day cleaning duties, leaving the bar ready for next day's trade.
Bartender Waiter
The Cordwainer (Wetherspoons)
Northampton, Northamptonshire
2023.02 - 2025.08
- Maintained stock levels to prevent shortage during peak hours.
- Demonstrated knowledge of various spirits and cocktails increasing customer trust and satisfaction.
- Exhibited excellent multitasking skills under high-pressure situations resulting in efficient service delivery.
Shop Administrator/Warehouse Operative
Woolyknit
Diggle, Oldham, Greater Manchester
2021.10 - 2022.05
- Answered inbound phone calls, resulting in excellent customer service provided with etiquette
- Handled sensitive information appropriately, maintaining confidentiality at all times as necessary
- Managed stock and giving updates on changes
- Unloaded deliveries, promptly sorting items into appropriate storage areas.
Warehouse Operative
Pets at Home Warehouse
Swan Valley, Northampton, Northamptonshire
2019.06 - 2019.09
- Inspected goods upon arrival, reported any discrepancies or damages.
- Facilitated smooth workflow by promptly processing incoming stocks.
- Performed general maintenance tasks around the warehouse, ensured a safe work environment.
Kitchen Assistant
Number 50 Tea Room
Duston, Northampton, Northamptonshire
2017.06 - 2017.09
- Ensured proper waste disposal to maintain a hygienic kitchen environment.
- Helped create a positive dining experience for guests with provision of spotless cutlery and crockery.
- Stocked display cases with fresh bakery items, enticing customers to make purchases.
Education
MMus - Music Performance
University of Huddersfield
Huddersfield, Kirklees 2021.09 - 2022.06
BMUs - Music Performance
University of Huddersfield
Huddersfield, Kirklees 2019.09 - 2021.05
A-Levels - Music/Drama/History
The Duston School
Northampton, Northamptonshire 2015.09 - 2017.06
Skills
- Orchestration knowledge
- Instrument proficiency
- Beer handling expertise
- Customer preferences tracking
- Time management efficiency
- Data entry speed
- Business ethics understanding
Certification
- ECDL Graded Distinction (Completed 2015)
- National Citizenship Service (Completed 2015)
- Music Theory ASBRM Graded Pass (Completed 2017)
- ASBRM Piano Grade 8 (Completed 2017)
- Trinity Guildhall Tuba Grade 8 Distinction (Completed 2017)
- Trinity Guildhall Voice Grade 8 Merit (Completed 2017)
References
Available upon request
Availability
- Monday-Friday 8am-6pm
- Occasional weekends
Affiliations
- Pub Quizzing
- Sports - particularly Soccer and Cricket
- Video Gaming
- Songwriting
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bar Staff
Crown and Cushion
2025.09 - 2026.04
Bartender Waiter
The Cordwainer (Wetherspoons)
2023.02 - 2025.08
Shop Administrator/Warehouse Operative
Woolyknit
2021.10 - 2022.05
MMus - Music Performance
University of Huddersfield
2021.09 - 2022.06
BMUs - Music Performance
University of Huddersfield
2019.09 - 2021.05
Warehouse Operative
Pets at Home Warehouse
2019.06 - 2019.09
Kitchen Assistant
Number 50 Tea Room
2017.06 - 2017.09
A-Levels - Music/Drama/History
The Duston School
2015.09 - 2017.06