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Education
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Claire Cork

Warrington

Summary

Reliable and dedicated professional with 34 years’ experience across hospitality, beauty therapy, retail, and customer service. Skilled in providing excellent client care, supervising staff, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. Experienced in both self-employment and team-based environments, demonstrating adaptability, multitasking ability, and a commitment to high standards. Strong background in customer-facing roles, with proven ability to build positive relationships and contribute to welcoming, well-run establishments.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Assistant Manageress / Bar Staff / Cleaner

Saracens Head Pub
12.2024 - Current
  • Supporting management of day-to-day pub operations.
  • Delivering high-quality bar service with a focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Assisting with cleaning, organisation, and maintaining a welcoming environment.

Bar Staff / Cleaner

The Kings Head Pub
01.2020 - 03.2025
  • Provided friendly and efficient bar service to regular and new customers.
  • Maintained cleanliness and hygiene standards across the venue.
  • Worked flexibly to support team members during busy periods.

Bar Staff / Supervisor

The Rodney Pub
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Supervised shifts, ensuring smooth running of the bar.
  • Handled customer queries and supported junior staff.
  • Assisted in stock checks and maintaining service quality.

Tropic Skincare Ambassador

Tropic Skincare
01.2014 - 01.2020
  • Promoted and sold natural skincare and beauty products.
  • Provided personalised product advice and skincare recommendations.
  • Built and managed a small team of ambassadors within the national company.

Self-Employed Beauty Therapist

Independent Business (Self-Employed)
01.2002 - 01.2020
  • Delivered a wide range of mobile beauty treatments including massage, reflexology, Reiki, pedicures, manicures, waxing, and make-up.
  • Organised and hosted children’s and adult pamper parties.
  • Maintained a loyal client base through excellent service and word-of-mouth.

Banquet Silver Service Waitress

The Park Royal
01.2000 - 01.2002
  • Provided high-standard banquet and silver service for large events.
  • Supported the catering team during weddings, conferences, and functions

Sales Assistant

Topshop
Warrington
01.1998 - 01.2000
  • Delivered customer service and sales support in a busy retail environment.
  • Assisted with merchandising and stock replenishment.

Sales Assistant

Topshop
Taunton
01.1997 - 01.1998
  • Delivered customer service and sales support in a busy retail environment.
  • Assisted with merchandising and stock replenishment.

Hotel Receptionist / Bar Attendant / Waitress (Sil

The Tudor Hotel and Restaurant
01.1989 - 01.1997
  • Managed reception duties including bookings and guest check-ins.
  • Served as bar attendant and banquet waitress at private functions.
  • Ensured excellent hospitality standards for guests.

Education

GCSEs - English, Maths, Applied Science, Agricultural Science, Childcare, History

The Blake School
Bridgwater, Somerset
09.1984 - 06.1989

NVQ Level 2 - Hotel and Catering

Taunton College
Somerset
09.1989 - 06.1991

NVQ Level 2 & 3 - Beauty Therapy, Holistic Reiki, Indian Head Massage, Reflexology

Warrington Collegiate
09.2000 - 06.2002

Skills

  • Excellent customer service and communication
  • Team supervision and staff support
  • Bar and hospitality service (including banquet silver service)
  • Beauty and holistic therapies (massage, reflexology, Reiki, skincare advice)
  • Sales and product promotion
  • Organisation, time management, and multitasking
  • Reliable, professional, and adaptable

Affiliations

  • Enjoy maintaining a healthy and balanced lifestyle through yoga, gardening, and cooking. Passionate about wellbeing and spending quality time outdoors, particularly camping and travelling. Value social connections and enjoy spending time with friends and family.

Timeline

Assistant Manageress / Bar Staff / Cleaner

Saracens Head Pub
12.2024 - Current

Bar Staff / Cleaner

The Kings Head Pub
01.2020 - 03.2025

Bar Staff / Supervisor

The Rodney Pub
01.2019 - 01.2020

Tropic Skincare Ambassador

Tropic Skincare
01.2014 - 01.2020

Self-Employed Beauty Therapist

Independent Business (Self-Employed)
01.2002 - 01.2020

NVQ Level 2 & 3 - Beauty Therapy, Holistic Reiki, Indian Head Massage, Reflexology

Warrington Collegiate
09.2000 - 06.2002

Banquet Silver Service Waitress

The Park Royal
01.2000 - 01.2002

Sales Assistant

Topshop
01.1998 - 01.2000

Sales Assistant

Topshop
01.1997 - 01.1998

NVQ Level 2 - Hotel and Catering

Taunton College
09.1989 - 06.1991

Hotel Receptionist / Bar Attendant / Waitress (Sil

The Tudor Hotel and Restaurant
01.1989 - 01.1997

GCSEs - English, Maths, Applied Science, Agricultural Science, Childcare, History

The Blake School
09.1984 - 06.1989
Claire Cork