Esther Newman
Manager
Leeds
Summary
Experienced in leadership and team motivation, I am eager to learn and grow within a professional environment. Adept at quickly grasping new concepts, I implement effective operations and strategies. Utilizing and further developing my organizational and problem-solving skills, I contribute to the success of the organization.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
34
34
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Restaurant Manager
Chef Shabbas Kitchen And Cocktails
9 2023 - Current
- Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
- Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Increased sales by 20% each month through up selling and stock management.
Content Creator
Chef Shabbas Kitchen and Cocktails
09.2023 - Current
- Boosted consumer engagement by creating compelling social media posts and reels.
- Maintained company's online social presence and created branded communications for social media campaigns.
- Utilized Adobe Creative Suite to produce professional marketing collateral.
Bar Supervisor
Tjs Bar
04.2022 - 09.2023
- Curated menus and promotional content to promote sales of new offerings.
- Memorized over 30 menu items in order to give customized recommendations to guests.
- Trained and supervised bar staff to deliver exceptional service to customers.
- Worked in fast-paced environment, handled multiple priorities and learned new procedures in a timely manner.
Sales Associate
Tk Maxx
10.2014 - 01.2020
- Generated new sales leads to achieve and exceed monthly sales goals.
- Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
- Worked with store managers to implement new displays, promotions and store layout changes.
- Monitored and replenished display inventory and restructured according to available stock.
- Coordinated with marketing team to create cohesive in-store promotional materials for special events and sales campaigns.
Call Handler
Concentrix
05.2020 - 04.2021
- Managed high volume of calls during peak hours, maintaining composure under pressure while efficiently handling each caller''s needs.
- Directed incoming calls to internal personnel and departments, routing to best-qualified department.
- Assisted in reducing hold times with swift call handling and efficient use of switchboard system features.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Textile Design
Leeds Arts University
09.2019 - 06.2022
Level 3 Extended Diplomoa - Fashion And Textiles
Stroud School of Art
04.2001 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
Cheltenham Bournside School
04.2001 - 06.2014
Skills
Customer service
Strong communication skills
Time management
Social media marketing
Operations management
Timeline
Content Creator
Chef Shabbas Kitchen and Cocktails
09.2023 - Current
Bar Supervisor
Tjs Bar
04.2022 - 09.2023
Call Handler
Concentrix
05.2020 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Textile Design
Leeds Arts University
09.2019 - 06.2022
Sales Associate
Tk Maxx
10.2014 - 01.2020
Level 3 Extended Diplomoa - Fashion And Textiles
Stroud School of Art
04.2001 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
Cheltenham Bournside School
04.2001 - 06.2014
Restaurant Manager
Chef Shabbas Kitchen And Cocktails
9 2023 - Current
Similar Profiles
Esther Mclellan NewmanEsther Mclellan Newman
Waitress at Chef Shabbas Kitchen And CocktailsWaitress at Chef Shabbas Kitchen And Cocktails
GABRIELLA CALIGIURIGABRIELLA CALIGIURI
Server at Amalfi Coastal Kitchen and CocktailsServer at Amalfi Coastal Kitchen and Cocktails
NYKOLIS ROLDANNYKOLIS ROLDAN
Host|Server|Bartender|Food Runner at 204 North Kitchen & CocktailsHost|Server|Bartender|Food Runner at 204 North Kitchen & Cocktails
Stephen BlowStephen Blow
Director at French Carp LakesDirector at French Carp Lakes
Sivaparvathi JunneboyinaSivaparvathi Junneboyina
Pizza Maker at Domino's PizzaPizza Maker at Domino's Pizza