Elliot King
Ashford,Kent
Summary
Motivated individual with experience in numerous industries including labouring, administration and hospitality. With a background in customer service I have developed an ability to deal with difficult customers, use my strong communication skills to uphold my employer's reputation and work in fast paced environments. I hope to use my skillset in new customer service role whilst fulfilling my dream of moving to Japan.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work history
Removal Porter
C Wraight & Partners
Ashford, Kent
2022.05 - Current
- Followed manual handling procedures to safely load and unload HGV vehicles.
- Carried out commercial moves in teams of up to 8 staff.
- Skilfully handled and carried loads of up to 100kg.
- Handled antiques and artwork worth in excess of £5000.
- Secured large and fragile contents within vehicles ready for transit.
Labourer
Doolee Construction
Perth, WA Australia
2021.11 - 2022.02
- Complied with health and safety regulations during operation of equipment.
- Assisted in installation and welding of plastic while working to daily targets.
- Regular 60+ hour working week in 40+ degree heat.
Mechanical and Civil Labourer
Sterling & Wilson
Wandoan, QLD Australia
2021.03 - 2021.09
- Utilised proper protective headgear, safety glasses and clothing during construction.
- Used power tools and worked around heavy vehicles and machinery.
- Complied with health and safety regulations during operation of equipment.
Electrical Assistant
Davis Contracting
Wandoan, QLD Australia
2020.10 - 2021.02
- Followed direction of senior electrical professionals to complete safe, efficient and accurate work.
- Assisted with electrical installations.
Welder
LMI
Mudgee, NSW Australia
2020.07 - 2020.09
- Operated different sized blow torches and other heavy equipment.
- Quality assurance.
Sales Agent
Insight Fundraising
Sydney, NSW Australia
2020.02 - 2020.05
- Employed proactive problem-solving to handle objections with professionalism.
- Met targets for outbound calling to raise funds for selected charities.
Personal Tax Refund Specialist
RIFT
Ashford, Kent
2017.07 - 2019.05
- Managed a case load of 150+ clients at any one time.
- Consistently achieving monthly company targets and KPIs.
- Convincing potential and old clients to use company services.
Finance and Administration Officer
Kent County Council
Ashford, Kent
2016.09 - 2017.06
- Responsible for managing numerous Excel spreadsheets as well as undertaking other general administrative duties and data entry tasks.
Crew Member
Five Guys
Leeds, Yorkshire
2014.06 - 2016.07
- Trained in food safety and hygiene practices.
- Served high volumes of guests in fast-paced service environments with exceptional customer care.
Waiter
Eastwell Manor Hotel
Ashford, Kent
2012.04 - 2013.07
- Calculated charges, issued bills and collected payments, processing accurately to avoid till discrepancies.
- Managed restaurant closing duties, from cleaning dining areas to cashing up tills.
- Assisted customers with menu selection, offering knowledge of current special dishes and personal recommendations to build rapport.
- Opened, poured and served alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
Retail Sales Assistant
Sports Direct
Ashford, Kent
2011.05 - 2012.03
- Monitored and reported suspicious activity to security officer to avoid theft.
- Assisted customers with product selection and sales, recommending items to increase transaction value.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Leeds Beckett University
Leeds /2013 - /2016
BTEC Extended Diploma Level 5 - Public Services
Kent College (Canterbury)
Canterbury /2010 - /2012
GCSEs - 10 including English, Maths and Science
The Norton Knatchbull School
Ashford, Kent /2004 - /2010
168 Hour Level 5 - Teaching English as a Foregin Language
The TEFL Academy UK
UK /2023 - /2023
Skills
- Manual handling and heavy lifting
- Health and safety understanding
- Tireless work ethic
- Administrative skills
- Front-of-house operations
- Telephone etiquette
- Team player
- Great communicator across multiple industries
Languages
English
Native
Timeline
Removal Porter
C Wraight & Partners
2022.05 - Current
Labourer
Doolee Construction
2021.11 - 2022.02
Mechanical and Civil Labourer
Sterling & Wilson
2021.03 - 2021.09
Electrical Assistant
Davis Contracting
2020.10 - 2021.02
Welder
LMI
2020.07 - 2020.09
Sales Agent
Insight Fundraising
2020.02 - 2020.05
Personal Tax Refund Specialist
RIFT
2017.07 - 2019.05
Finance and Administration Officer
Kent County Council
2016.09 - 2017.06
Crew Member
Five Guys
2014.06 - 2016.07
Waiter
Eastwell Manor Hotel
2012.04 - 2013.07
Retail Sales Assistant
Sports Direct
2011.05 - 2012.03
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Leeds Beckett University
/2013 - /2016
BTEC Extended Diploma Level 5 - Public Services
Kent College (Canterbury)
/2010 - /2012
GCSEs - 10 including English, Maths and Science
The Norton Knatchbull School
/2004 - /2010
168 Hour Level 5 - Teaching English as a Foregin Language
The TEFL Academy UK
/2023 - /2023