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Deborah Jones

Walsall,West Midlands

Summary

I have around 8 years experience working in fast paced Pubs, and within hospitality. I'm greatly skilled within this industry and I have learned a lot over the years, and how to run a bar, how to manage staff, caring about customer service, as well as all the physical skills that come with a bar job. I also now have Merchandise experience which I absolutely love doing.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Merchandiser

Band Stand/Freelance
Birmingham , West Midlands
06.2025 - Current

Worked freelance for Band Stand Merchandise at concerts and major events, including tours and NEC conventions, adapting to varying schedules and client needs.

  • Answered customers questions about products, prices and availability to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Built strong vendor relationships, ensuring timely delivery of merchandise for events.

Bar Staff/Waitress/Hotel receptionist

Mitchells & Butlers
Birmingham
03.2024 - 05.2025
  • Managed bar operations during long shifts, ensuring efficient service and guest satisfaction.
  • Served customers during busy shifts at a Carvery, maintaining high service standards.
  • Changed barrels and maintained cleanliness of bar area, supporting a welcoming environment.

Duty Manager

The Good Intent - Craddock's Brewery
Birmingham
03.2023 - 04.2024

Managed staff and bar operations, overseeing team performance and service delivery.

  • Performed barrel changes and cleaned lines to maintain product quality.
  • Led on-shift staff, fostering a collaborative environment to enhance team effectiveness.
  • Oversaw daily operations, including opening and closing procedures, to ensure smooth running of the premises.
  • Managed cash handling procedures, including banking and safe management, to promote financial security.

Bar Staff Member

Ye Olde Mitre - Fuller's
London
02.2019 - 10.2021

This job gave me the ability to work in very fast-paced and busy situations; it gave me the skills and a great work ethic. My duties were standard for a traditional pub, and this was london's oldest/busiest. But I also prepared Bar snacks and food.

Education

Foundation Degree in Arts - Art & Design

Walsall College
Walsall
01-2014

Diploma of Higher Education - Photography

London Metropolitan University
City of london

Skills

  • Visual merchandising
  • Product knowledge
  • Customer service
  • Cash handling
  • Till and cash handling
  • Bar operations
  • Event coordination
  • Team leadership
  • Organised and reliable
  • Customer focus
  • Team player
  • Patience and tolerance
  • Bar maintenance

Interests

I have quite a lot of hobbies which include:

  • Going to concerts and events
  • I travel when I can
  • Gym frequently
  • keep active
  • I love learning about different cultures and languages

Timeline

Merchandiser

Band Stand/Freelance
06.2025 - Current

Bar Staff/Waitress/Hotel receptionist

Mitchells & Butlers
03.2024 - 05.2025

Duty Manager

The Good Intent - Craddock's Brewery
03.2023 - 04.2024

Bar Staff Member

Ye Olde Mitre - Fuller's
02.2019 - 10.2021

Foundation Degree in Arts - Art & Design

Walsall College

Diploma of Higher Education - Photography

London Metropolitan University
Deborah Jones