Bryony Furlonger
Summary
Versatile and driven hospitality professional with over six years of hands on experience across the bar, cafe and restaurant environments. Cross functionally trained, trusted to lead in fast-paced environments, skilled in event coordination, barista and bartending services as well as customer engagement— often recognised through positive customer feedback and reviews.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Supervisor
Hello Oriental
Manby, Lincolnshire
03.2025 - 07.2025
- Oversee three-storey pan-Asian venue with two kitchens, a café, and a bar (200+ covers)
- Coordinate operations across all floors, ensuring smooth communication and teamwork
- Place and manage orders for kitchen, bar, and café, maintaining optimal stock levels
- Lead private events and off-site catering (up to 100 guests)
- Train and support staff; uphold high service standards reflected in reviews
- Responsible for cashing up, locking up, and ensuring hygiene compliance
- Trained new hires and set up mentoring relationships to drive team performance.
Bartender / Barista / Runner
Hello Oriental
Manchester
03.2023 - 03.2025
- One of the few cross-trained staff across all sections; became a key team member
- Trained new staff and contributed to hiring and menu development
- Managed bar service and QR code orders efficiently under pressure
- Trained in cellar maintenance, line cleaning, and stock control
- Maintained customer service standards across café, bar, and food hall
- Ensured compliance with all health and safety regulations by regular inspections and maintenance checks.
Bartender
Playground
Manchester
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Worked independently across a high-volume, two-storey nightclub
- Trained across multiple bar sections and supported management with closing duties
- Maintained fast, friendly service under pressure and during large-scale events
- Handled cash/card transactions securely minimising risk of theft or fraud.
- Readied glasses, garnishes, ice and other bar equipment prior to opening hours ensuring readiness for service".
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art
Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester 01.2020 - 1 2023
Level 3 Extended Diploma - Fine Art
Hereford College of Arts
Hereford2020
High School Diploma - English Language, Maths, Fine Art, Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Langtree Secondary School
Reading07.2018
Skills
- Workplace mediation
- Ethical standards
- Task prioritisation
- Staff scheduling
- Employee training
- Mixology expertise
- Alcohol law familiarity
Timeline
Supervisor
Hello Oriental
03.2025 - 07.2025
Bartender / Barista / Runner
Hello Oriental
03.2023 - 03.2025
Bartender
Playground
07.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art
Manchester Metropolitan University
01.2020 - 1 2023
Level 3 Extended Diploma - Fine Art
Hereford College of Arts
High School Diploma - English Language, Maths, Fine Art, Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Langtree Secondary School
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