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Freja Watson

Freja Watson

Reading,Berkshire

Summary

Organised and dedicated individual with proven track record of providing exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments. Offering keen attention to detail and strong decision making skills to manage multiple, concurrent tasks.

Self-motivated work ethic with ability to perform effectively in independent or team environments with a professional demeanour and great initiative.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work history

Events supervisor

The Great House, Sonning
Sonning , Berkshire
09.2021 - Current
  • Planned and efficiently organised activities, details and timelines for large- and small-scale events.
  • Coordinated photographers, videographers and musicians for seamless wedding ceremonies and receptions.
  • Directed subcontractors in floral design, photography needs and audio-visual equipment coordination.
  • Worked closely with couples to meet wedding goals, maintain deadlines and resolve complaints or service issues.
  • Liaised with clients to determine event requirements and constraints, outlining package options to meet needs and exceed expectations.
  • Ensured timely delivery of materials and assets on event days, liaising with vendors and delivery personnel to ensure efficient setup.
  • Managed support staff and vendor coordination to facilitate logistics during event.
  • Responded to complaints and queries via email, resolving issues and leaving customers happy
  • Managed team to implement priority tasks and deadlines.

Dancer

Self-Employed
London
07.2020 - Current

I currently work as a self-employed professional dancer over a wide platform of work including film, tv, events, music videos and live performances.

  • Developed professional relationships with different dance professionals, choreographers and performers by actively listening and effectively communicating.
  • Performed live on stage during musical productions and television programs.
  • Attended many professional rehearsals always displaying dedication and professionalism by being punctual and polite.
  • Continually networking with new people in person and via email/phone/social media to create my own work opportunities, displaying tenacity, initiative, an outgoing approach and great communication skills.
  • Promoting myself and skills online via social media marketing


Hostess

Tottenham Hotspur
Tottenham, Haringey
03.2019 - Current
  • Encouraged customer loyalty by delivering unparalleled service throughout dining experiences.
  • Cultivated positive guest relations by orchestrating speedy seatings.
  • Monitored front entrance for new guests while assisting servers by taking and delivering drinks orders.
  • Monitored guests for intoxication, immediately reporting concerns to management.
  • Assisted elderly, disabled and pregnant women requiring priority and attention.
  • Gained appreciation by recognising guests upon exit and thanking them for attending.
  • Presented professional appearance, maintaining personal hygiene to ensure presentation standards.

Restaurant hostess

Coppa Club
Sonning, Berkshire
08.2020 - 09.2021
  • Managed in-person and telephone guest enquiries, customer service requests, reservation bookings and preferences, communicating changes to restaurant staff using ResDiary.
  • Monitored dining room and guest flow to maximise table usage, minimising waiting times.
  • Monitored front entrance for new guests while assisting servers by taking and delivering drinks orders.
  • Produced and finalised bills and provided receipts to customers.
  • Maintained strict attention to safety and hygiene to safeguard guest wellbeing which was paramount during the Covid track-and-trace period.
  • Greeted guests and escorted to tables, minimising wait times.
  • Encouraged customer loyalty by delivering unparalleled service throughout dining experiences.
  • Resolved guest disputes to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Promoted process improvement by communicating guest feedback to management and chefs.
  • Processed reservations and take-away orders by phone, answered customer questions and provided accurate waiting times.
  • Prepared artistic menu boards highlighting current specials and promotions using eye-catching decorative techniques.

Dance teaching assistant

JG Dance LTD
Reading, Berkshire
01.2013 - 09.2017
  • Trained people aged 2.5 to 17 in dance.
  • Collaborated with lead teacher to facilitate fun and enjoyable dance classes.
  • Taught students how to move safely and listen to their bodies.
  • Encouraged dancers to develop stage presence and performance skills.
  • Gave constructive feedback on students' class performance.
  • Engaged young people with passion and enthusiasm for different dancing styles.
  • Coached dance students in 1:1 sessions.
  • Liaised with children's parents to book in 1:1 private coaching sessions for competitions. Replying to texts and emails to book appointments.
  • Hiring and booking studios to facilitate private coaching sessions.
  • Managing and collecting payments from classes.
  • Motivated students to develop self-confidence and improve session engagement.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Dance & Musical Theatre

Tiffany Theatre College
Essex
09/2017 - 07/2020

A-Levels - Psychology

Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre
Reading
09/2014 - 06/2016

A-Levels - Theatre Studies

Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre
Reading
09/2014 - 06/2016

A-Levels - Biology

Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre
Reading
09/2014 - 06/2016

Skills

  • Customer service-orientated
  • IT Skills
  • 3years experience with booking systems (ResDiary)
  • Team leadership and supervision
  • Deadline-driven
  • Event planning
  • First Aid Trained
  • Fire Marshall Trained
  • Organising mail
  • Drafting and proofreading
  • Dedicated team player
  • Professional and mature
  • Problem resolution
  • Event planning and management
  • Answering incoming calls
  • Letter writing

Languages

English
Native
Chinese (Mandarin)
Intermediate
German
Elementary

Timeline

Events supervisor

The Great House, Sonning
09.2021 - Current

Restaurant hostess

Coppa Club
08.2020 - 09.2021

Dancer

Self-Employed
07.2020 - Current

Hostess

Tottenham Hotspur
03.2019 - Current

Dance teaching assistant

JG Dance LTD
01.2013 - 09.2017

Diploma of Higher Education - Dance & Musical Theatre

Tiffany Theatre College
09/2017 - 07/2020

A-Levels - Psychology

Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre
09/2014 - 06/2016

A-Levels - Theatre Studies

Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre
09/2014 - 06/2016

A-Levels - Biology

Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre
09/2014 - 06/2016
Freja Watson