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Cassius Ridsdale-Nugent

Leeds,West Yorkshire

Summary

I am a motivated and reliable individual with a strong desire to learn, grow, and contribute positively to any team or environment. I am eager to gain new skills and am quick to adapt to new challenges. I bring a positive attitude, a willingness to work hard, and a genuine interest in developing both personally and professionally. I am currently looking for an opportunity where I can prove myself, gain hands-on experience, and build a future career.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work history

Landscape Gardener

GG Gardening
Leeds, West Yorkshire
12.2022 - 04.2023
  • Maintained paved paths and patios with pressure washing activities, restoring original appearance.
  • Ensured safety in private gardens with regular hazard checks and risk mitigation measures implementation.
  • Utilised organic gardening practices for sustainable horticulture promotion.
  • Implemented pest control measures for healthier plant growth.
  • Increased lawn health through regular mowing, watering and fertilising tasks.
  • Performed weeding tasks frequently, resulting in cleaner looking gardens.
  • Removed waste materials from site efficiently, leaving clean and tidy spaces post-work completion.
  • Advised clients on suitable plants selection based on sunlight exposure, soil quality, climate conditions among other factors.
  • Prepared flower beds prior to planting, ensuring optimal conditions for plant growth.
  • Constructed garden structures including sheds, fences and pergolas to client specifications.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties including grass cutting and watering, optimising maintenance and visual appeal.
  • Worked on hard landscaping projects such as driveways and patios.
  • Operated ride-on mowers, trimmers and leaf blowers.
  • Built gazebos, fencing and decking.
  • Trimmed trees and shrubs to create neat and accessible outdoor spaces.
  • Raked, collected and placed leaves into garden waste bags.
  • Managed outdoor spaces, ensuring thorough maintenance, upkeep and preservation.
  • Dug placement holes for new plantings and conditioned soil for optimum growth.
  • Planned and planted items according to season and growing conditions.
  • Sewed plants and seeds using the latest soil science techniques.
  • Gathered and planted seeds and cuttings to maximise nursery output.
  • Optimised plant health, performing transplants to increase nutrition.
  • Reduced incidences of pests and disease through targeted pesticide application and plant treatment.

Kitchen Assistant

The Angel Inn
Leeds, West Yorkshire
06.2019 - 06.2019
  • Performed daily deep cleaning tasks to optimise workspace cleanliness standards.
  • Followed safety procedures whilst using kitchen equipment to prevent accidents on duty.
  • Washed dishes quickly after meals service to free up space in the kitchen area.
  • Adhered to health and safety regulations with careful handling of food and equipment.
  • Maintained cleanliness throughout the kitchen for improved hygiene standards.
  • Performed regular checks on refrigerator temperatures ensuring safe preservation conditions of food.
  • Stored ingredients properly, extending their freshness dates significantly.
  • Ensured proper waste disposal to maintain a hygienic kitchen environment.
  • Kept kitchen areas clean, orderly and well-stocked for smooth service.
  • Completed kitchen cleaning close down duties at end of day, readying areas for next shift.
  • Carried out regular rubbish removal, mopping and sweeping, maintaining clean kitchen environments throughout service shifts.
  • Thoroughly cleaned kitchen utensils, cookware, glassware and serving dishes, maintaining faultless hygiene and presentation standards.

Education

GCSEs - Maths

1:1 Private Tuition
Leeds
04.2001 -

GCSEs - English

1:1 Private Tuition
Leeds

Skills

  • Resourcefulness
  • Attention to Detail
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Customer Service
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Ride-on lawnmower operation
  • Client relationship building
  • Grounds maintenance
  • Weeding
  • Pest and disease control
  • Multi-tasking
  • Bed cultivation
  • Plant knowledge
  • Lawn maintenance
  • Weed control
  • Paving
  • Flowerbed landscaping
  • Lawnmower operation
  • Decking
  • Autonomous working

Timeline

Landscape Gardener

GG Gardening
12.2022 - 04.2023

Kitchen Assistant

The Angel Inn
06.2019 - 06.2019

GCSEs - Maths

1:1 Private Tuition
04.2001 -

GCSEs - English

1:1 Private Tuition
Cassius Ridsdale-Nugent