Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
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Chris Bonner

Chris Bonner

Alton,Hampshire

Summary


Reliable professional with expertise in customer service and operational management. Proven ability to adapt to new challenges while maintaining high service standards. Strong organisational skills with a commitment to teamwork and effective communication.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
4032
4032
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

FOH Team Leader/Chef

Swan Hotel
Alton, Hampshire
06.2016 - 11.2019

FOH Team Leader responsibilities:

  • Led shifts to ensure smooth service and high standards while checking in guests and managing bookings.
  • Answered emails and telephone calls to resolve issues swiftly.
  • Providing an exceptional, fast and friendly service.
  • Poured drinks for customers and managed lager barrel changes as needed.
  • Provided fast and friendly service, accurately recording orders and communicating with the kitchen team.
  • Strong communication with other team members to ensure the best service for customers.
  • Closing duties such as restocking, cleaning the bar, wiping & relaying the restaurant, cashing the tills up and locking up (key holder).


Chef responsibilities:

  • Washing, cutting and preparing food before it is cooked.
  • Cooking a variety of food (fresh and frozen) to an exact specification
  • Presenting food to an exact specification.
  • Maintained cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen, ensuring compliance with health standards.
  • Accurately reading orders and communicating with FOH team members with regards to any customer special requests, allergies or dietary requirements.
  • Washing dishes, cutlery and crockery.

FOH

French Horn
Alton, Hampshire
01.2020 - 02.2022
  • Provided exceptional, prompt, and friendly service to customers.
  • Accurately recorded orders while communicating special requests to kitchen staff.
  • Poured drinks and changed lager barrels as required.
  • Resolved customer enquiries efficiently through emails and telephone calls.
  • Maintained strong communication with team members to enhance overall service quality.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service during peak times.
  • Addressed issues swiftly to ensure customer satisfaction.

Security & Fire Alarm Installer

Excel Alarms Ltd
Alton, Hampshire
02.2022 - 07.2022
  • Installed cutting-edge wireless alarms for easier monitoring and control.
  • Ensured residents' safety by installing high-quality security alarms.
  • Installed fire alarm systems following industry regulations.
  • Performed routine maintenance checks on all installed devices, guaranteeing longevity and efficiency.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver projects within proposed timeline and budget constraints.
  • Wore protective clothing to maintain safe working environments.
  • Operated precision and power tools across varied technical tasks.

Warehouse Operative/Categories Manager

Farm and Garden Supplies
Alton, Hampshire
08.2022 - Current

Warehouse Operative:

  • Picked, packed and dispatched high-volume orders, consistently exceeding warehouse performance targets.
  • Sorted materials on warehouse racks and shelves.
  • Maintained clean, safe and orderly warehouse space.
  • Operated forklift trucks to efficiently manage heavy loads in the warehouse.
  • Collaborated on stock checking routines, provided accurate inventory updates.
  • Reduced damages with careful handling and storage of fragile items.
  • Inspected goods upon arrival, reported any discrepancies or damages.


Categories Manager:

  • Liaised with suppliers, resolved issues related to deliveries and supplies.
  • Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of products and services to effectively communicate features, benefits, and pricing to customers, driving sales and ensuring accurate support.
  • Provided exceptional support to customers via email, phone, and live chat, addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring high customer satisfaction levels.
  • Created, optimized, and maintained product listings across multiple platforms, ensuring consistency and accurate information.
  • Managed product listings on various platforms, adapting content and structure to meet platform-specific requirements and guidelines.
  • Managed the invoicing process, generating accurate invoices for customers, tracking payments, and ensuring smooth financial transactions.


Education

GCSE - English Language

Alton College

GCSE - English Literature

Eggar’s School

GCSE - ICT

Eggar’s School

GCSE - Maths

Eggar’s School

GCSE - Maths Statistics

Eggar’s School

GCSE - Resistant Materials

Eggar’s School

Skills

  • Strong communicator
  • Adaptive fast learner
  • Can-do attitude
  • Customer service skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Time management skills

Certification

15/10/2025 - Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)

Affiliations

  • Gaming
  • Playing and watching sports
  • Running
  • Listening to podcasts and music
  • Spending quality time with family and friends

Accomplishments

Captained Alton United from age 8-11 and won various trophies, tournaments and player awards.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Warehouse Operative/Categories Manager

Farm and Garden Supplies
08.2022 - Current

Security & Fire Alarm Installer

Excel Alarms Ltd
02.2022 - 07.2022

FOH

French Horn
01.2020 - 02.2022

FOH Team Leader/Chef

Swan Hotel
06.2016 - 11.2019

GCSE - ICT

Eggar’s School

GCSE - Maths

Eggar’s School

GCSE - Maths Statistics

Eggar’s School

GCSE - Resistant Materials

Eggar’s School

GCSE - English Language

Alton College

GCSE - English Literature

Eggar’s School
Chris Bonner