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Declan Caramba-Coker

London

Summary

Live events and administration professional with extensive experience in event coordination and administrative support. Proven ability to manage teams, artists, and logistics while ensuring seamless project execution from planning to delivery. Highly organized and adaptable, with a strong focus on detail and efficiency in fast-paced environments.

Overview

2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Bartender and Front of House (Temporary Contract)

Flat Iron
Piccadilly
06.2020 - Current
  • Contributed to the successful opening of a new Flat Iron location, supporting both front-of-house and bar operations during a high-profile launch period.
  • Consistently received strong guest feedback and was ranked among the highest-performing team members for customer reviews.
  • Worked across both bar and floor operations, supporting multiple areas of the business according to operational requirements.
  • Responsible for cleaning beer lines and maintaining bar equipment to company and hygiene standards.
  • Praised for a friendly and approachable manner, contributing to a guest experience that aligned with Flat Iron's reputation for exceptional hospitality.
  • Learned and maintained detailed knowledge of the full food, drinks, and wine menu to provide informed recommendations and enhance the guest experience.

Senior Receptionist & Hospitality Agent

Sonder Inc
Paddington, London
03.2024 - 11.2025
  • Primary point of contact for VIP and long-stay executive clients across 15+ locations, contributing to repeat bookings and over £35,000 in additional revenue. A highly recommended member of staff.
  • Promoted to Senior within six months, supporting two districts (15+ buildings), and training new team members.
  • Coordinated housekeeping and maintenance schedules to ensure seamless operations.
  • Responsible for effective resolution management, including queries, allocations booking, and scheduling for facilities and clients.
  • Successfully handled 60+ customer interactions daily (40+ in person), building trust, resolving issues effectively, building repeat customer relations, and always exceeding expectations in a highly pressured environment.

The company entered administration in 2025; the role was affected.

Office Administration Assistant & Brand Ambassador

A2Dominion Group
Paddington
01.2023 - 02.2024
  • Achievement: Showcased the organisation as an Apprentice Brand Ambassador.
  • Assisted in planning and delivering internal corporate events and DEI programmes, coordinating communications, attendee logistics, and on-the-day support.
  • Provided administrative support for Payroll, Data Compliance, and DEI events for a leading G15 housing company.
  • Maintained accurate records, compliance documentation, and confidential files across multiple systems.
  • Project Management - Successfully completed 'Right to Work' compliance checks (over 400).
  • Transfer and reorganisation of employee files, policies, and documents to an upgraded database system (400+ employees). Then created test profiles to assist upper management in navigating the new system.

Various Front of House Assistant Roles

The Queen's Theatre | Pipe Major | Missoula
, Essex
07.2015 - 12.2022
  • Reviewed daily reservations, prepared for guest arrivals, and arranged any special requirements needed.
  • Handled over 60 daily customer interactions, resolved issues efficiently, and maintained high satisfaction levels.
  • Trained new hostesses on restaurant procedures, emphasising customer service excellence, and efficiency.
  • Provided vibrant, professional bar service, preparing drinks efficiently with enthusiasm for optimised guest experiences.
  • Updated seating charts and floor plans to accommodate operational needs, and guest preferences.

Additional Experience | Creative & Live Events

Freelance
London
06.2020 - Current
  • Curated and hosted community music events, fostering strong industry connections.
  • Managed promotion for independent live events, coordinating ticket sales via Eventbrite and Ticket Tailor, and driving attendance through online and community outreach.
  • Supported the online promotion of my own projects and bands, including BOZ and Dusty Funk’s Floorshakers, sharing live show content and event updates to build engagement and increase attendance.
  • Delivered live performances for high-profile clients such as BBC and ITV.
  • Support roles in film and television productions with leading companies, including the BBC, Warner Bros., and internationally recognised directors and actors, including Steve McQueen and Robert Pattinson.
  • Experienced in both large-scale productions and independent projects, adapting quickly to fast-paced, professional, creative environments.
  • Developed strong working relationships and collaborated with other musical artists and industry professionals.

Education

BA (Hons) - Drama & Theatre

University of Exeter
01-2020

A Levels - Mathematics, Physics, Drama, Media

Coopers Company & Coborn Sixth Form
Upminster
01-2016

GCSEs - 9 GCSE's (A-C) including Mathematics (A), English Literature & Language (B|B), Science (B|B)

Coopers Company & Coborn School
Upminster
01-2014

Skills

  • Event Coordination and Logistics
  • Event Co-ordination
  • Ticketing platforms (Eventbrite, Ticket Tailor)
  • Administrative Support
  • Artist Liaison
  • Community Engagement and Audience Outreach
  • Event Promotion (Digital and In-Person)
  • Cross-team coordination
  • Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
  • Calendar and Meeting Room Management
  • Confidential Information Handling
  • Database and Records Management

Languages

English
Proficient
C2
German
Intermediate
B1

Certification

Dean's Commendation for Academic Performance

Level 3 Sound Engineer

Grade 6 Alto Saxophone

Young Musician of the Year Award

Timeline

Senior Receptionist & Hospitality Agent

Sonder Inc
03.2024 - 11.2025

Office Administration Assistant & Brand Ambassador

A2Dominion Group
01.2023 - 02.2024

Bartender and Front of House (Temporary Contract)

Flat Iron
06.2020 - Current

Additional Experience | Creative & Live Events

Freelance
06.2020 - Current

Various Front of House Assistant Roles

The Queen's Theatre | Pipe Major | Missoula
07.2015 - 12.2022

BA (Hons) - Drama & Theatre

University of Exeter

A Levels - Mathematics, Physics, Drama, Media

Coopers Company & Coborn Sixth Form

GCSEs - 9 GCSE's (A-C) including Mathematics (A), English Literature & Language (B|B), Science (B|B)

Coopers Company & Coborn School
Declan Caramba-Coker