Cara Roberts
Glasgow,Scotland
Summary
Driven fitness professional with strong interpersonal and communication skills, complemented by solid background in health and wellness. Demonstrated ability to design personalised fitness programmes and motivate individuals to achieve their goals. Committed to fostering positive environment that promotes physical and mental well-being. Committed Personal Trainer with proven experience achieving client health objectives through focused coaching and training. Motivates and encourages success through compassionate care and support. Uses constructive feedback to develop services for optimised client engagement and outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work history
Executive head chef
Romy's Kitchen & Dining
Clydebank, Glasgow
03.2022 - Current
- Ensured consistent high-quality food presentation by supervising preparation and cooking processes.
- Developed innovative menu items for increased customer satisfaction.
- Managed meal preparation to enhance dining experience.
- Streamlined kitchen operations, improving overall efficiency.
- Implemented effective cost control measures to reduce waste.
- Maintained highest hygiene standards with thorough cleaning protocols.
- Directed the selection of quality ingredients for optimal flavour outcomes.
- Oversaw inventory management ensuring availability of key ingredients at all times.
- Fostered good relationships with suppliers leading to steady supply of quality ingredients.
- Prioritised safety regulations in all kitchen activities for risk reduction.
- Led successful team briefings before each shift enhancing team performance.
Restaurant owner
Reload Fitness Food Co.
Clydebank, Glasgow
01.2017 - Current
- Improved restaurant efficiency by implementing new management systems.
- Developed unique menu items for enhanced customer satisfaction.
- Ensured seamless operation with consistent staff training sessions.
- Managed daily operations to maintain smooth service flow.
- Handled customer complaints, resulting in improved guest relations.
- Fostered a welcoming atmosphere by creating an elegant interior design.
- Streamlined food preparation processes for faster service delivery.
- Implemented health and safety regulations, ensuring a secure environment.
- Organised special events to attract new patrons.
- Negotiated with vendors for cost-effective procurement of supplies.
- Collaborated with local farmers, securing fresh ingredients supply.
Publican
Blane Valley Inn
Blanefield, Glasgow City
01.2008 - 02.2018
- Increased customer satisfaction by maintaining a clean and welcoming pub environment.
- Managed beverage stocks for smooth operations during peak hours.
- Maintained high hygiene standards with regular cleaning and sanitisation.
- Ensured a pleasant atmosphere by arranging live music events on the weekends.
- Kept staff motivated to provide excellent service during busy periods.
- Organised special theme nights for an engaging customer experience.
- Dealt with customer queries, resulting in higher satisfaction ratings.
- Built a diverse food menu to cater to wide-ranging tastes and dietary needs.
- Handled cash transactions quickly, ensuring accuracy at all times.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Fitness Instructor
activeIQ
Glasgow, Glasgow CityNVQ Level 3 - Personal Trainer
Active IQ
Glasgow, Glasgow CityA-Levels - Maths, English, French, PE, Modern Studies, Administration, Biology
Balfron High School
Balfron, StirlingGCSEs - Maths, English, French, Modern Studies, PE, Biology, Administration, Economics
Balfron High School
Balfron, StirlingSkills
- Personal training certification
- Flexibility improvement methods
- Positive attitude promotion
- Advanced anatomy knowledge
- Time efficiency management
- Sales and marketing understanding
- Exercise technique mastery
- Health promotion advocacy
- Injury prevention strategies
- Sports science knowledge
- Organisational effectiveness
- Budgeting proficiency
- Nutrition planning knowledge
- Client relationship building
- Inspirational leadership
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Executive head chef
Romy's Kitchen & Dining
03.2022 - Current
Restaurant owner
Reload Fitness Food Co.
01.2017 - Current
Publican
Blane Valley Inn
01.2008 - 02.2018
NVQ Level 2 - Fitness Instructor
activeIQ
NVQ Level 3 - Personal Trainer
Active IQ
A-Levels - Maths, English, French, PE, Modern Studies, Administration, Biology
Balfron High School
GCSEs - Maths, English, French, Modern Studies, PE, Biology, Administration, Economics
Balfron High School
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