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Ella Brown

Wakefield,West Yorkshire

Summary

As a motivated and driven individual I have developed a strong foundation in leadership, communication and problem solving through my experiences. I am 20 years old and currently working as a manager at Starbucks which has honed my leadership skills, ability to thrive under pressure and effective decision making abilities. I am passionate about applying my skills in a professional setting where i can continue to grow and contribute to a team. Before stepping into management, I worked in various roles within the hospitality industry further cultivating my skills in customer engagement, teamwork and service excellence. These experiences have provided me with a well-rounded understanding of business operations and the importance of adaptability in achieving organisation goals. My diverse background in hospitality management and academic disciplines has prepared me for the challenges of a dynamic work environment and I am eager to take the next step in my career while continuing to develop my leadership potential.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Assistant store manager

Starbucks
Wakefield, West Yorkshire
02.2023 - Current

Whilst in this job role i have gained a hands on experience in managing and motivating a high performance team, delivering exceptional customer service and overseeing daily operations in a fast paced environment. Responsibilities include inventory management, monitoring financial performance, training new staff and ensuring the store meets company policies and brand/quality standards. I promote a culture of teamwork and inclusivity and drive the team towards continuous improvement.

I also manage the social media for the store and assisted in organising a huge charity event within the franchise.

Bar Supervisor

Cherry Tree
Horbury, West Yorkshire
07.2022 - 02.2023

In this role i was responsible for overseeing all aspects of bar operations to ensure a seamless and high quality customer experience. I managed a small team of bartenders and created an engaging atmosphere for both staff and guests. I also handled the cashing up processes as well as locking and securing the premises and briefing the team before opening to customers

Bar Events

Cinta
Pontefract/Wakefield, West Yorkshire
05.2022 - 06.2022

This role was bar supervisor at a series of weddings at Pontefract town hall across the month as well as live music events at Wakefield town hall the following month. My duties included greeting guests, taking orders and ensuring that drinks were served quickly and accurately whilst maintaining a high level of customer service. I managed the bar inventory for the events and handled cash and payments, whilst monitoring the rest of the staff to ensure the overall success of each event.

Waitress/Host

Cinta
Horbury, West Yorkshire
09.2021 - 06.2022

During this role i managed the front of house team including bartenders and servers ensuring they provide excellent customer service. I handled customer enquiries, resolved issues and maintained a positive atmosphere. I also assisted in training new staff and implemented strategies to boost sales and improve customer satisfaction.

Waitress

Bar 42 Horbury
Horbury, West Yorkshire
01.2021 - 08.2021

This role involved managing multiple tables efficiently, ensuring accuracy in orders and contributing to a positive and welcoming atmosphere for all customers.

Education

GCSEs -

Ossett Academy
Wakefield
09.2015 - 05.2020

A-Levels -

Pontefract College
Pontefract, Wakefield
09.2020 - 05.2022

Skills

  • Customer service excellence
  • Conflict resolution
  • Tactical planning
  • Staff training and development
  • Profit and loss analysis
  • Store operations optimisation
  • Resilience under pressure
  • Disciplinary procedures adherence
  • Recruitment and interviewing capabilities
  • Team motivation
  • Store Management
  • Staff supervision

Timeline

Assistant store manager

Starbucks
02.2023 - Current

Bar Supervisor

Cherry Tree
07.2022 - 02.2023

Bar Events

Cinta
05.2022 - 06.2022

Waitress/Host

Cinta
09.2021 - 06.2022

Waitress

Bar 42 Horbury
01.2021 - 08.2021

A-Levels -

Pontefract College
09.2020 - 05.2022

GCSEs -

Ossett Academy
09.2015 - 05.2020
Ella Brown