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Grace Gillespie

Reading and Manchester

Summary

Enthusiastic and adaptable hospitality and events professional with a proven track record of delivering high-end service to prestigious guests. Recognised for forward-thinking teamwork and a commitment to excellence, demonstrated through award-winning service at Ascot and hands-on roles at regattas. Grade 8 LAMDA certified, with extensive public speaking and performance experience, and a strong background in leadership as Head Girl. Skilled in customer service, event support, and health and safety, with a passion for creating memorable experiences in fast-paced environments.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work history

Waiter (Plate service)

Sodexo
Ascot, Windsor and Maidenhead
04.2024 - Current
  • Delivered high end service at prestigious events ensuring exceptional guest experience
  • Certified in Food Safety Level 2, Health and Safety Level 2, and Food Allergen Awareness, demonstrating a strong commitment to safe and compliant food service practices.
  • Recipient of an Ascot Award in recognition for being a forward-thinking team member who consistently delivers exceptional guest service. Recognised as passionate and enthusiastic, going above and beyond expectations.

Tutor

GCSE History

Providing support to students, helping them develop subject knowledge, exam technique and confidence in preparttion for exams.

Regatta assistant

Wargrave, Shiplake and Henley Regattas
, Oxfordshire
06.2022 - 06.2023

Provided assistance in stake boating, car park operations, retail and distributing race equipment to competitors. Developing team work, communication and organisational skills as well as adaptability and attention to detail in a busy environment.

Volunteering leader

Brownies
Sonning Common, Oxfordshire
10.2022 - 04.2023

Volunteered to assist in organising activities, leading games and supporting the wellbeing of the brownies.

Education

A-Levels -

History - A*, English literature - A* , Drama - A

GCSEs -

8 at Grade 9 (A**) and 3 at Grade 8 (A*)

Skills

Customer Service & Hospitality

Experienced in delivering high-end service to prestigious guests


Event Crew and Logistics support

Supported regatta operations through both on site roles and on water


Public Speaking & Performance

Grade 8 LAMDA certified with extensive experience in public speaking as well as over 15 years of theatre school training, with experience in stage productions and film work as an extra


Teamwork & Leadership

Proven leadership as Head Girl and working as part of a team


Adaptability & Initiative

Comfortable working in fast-paced environments, taking initiative and adapting to varied roles and responsibilities


Health & Safety Awareness

Certified in Food Safety Level 2, Health and Safety Level 2, and Food Allergen Awareness

Timeline

Waiter (Plate service)

Sodexo
04.2024 - Current

Volunteering leader

Brownies
10.2022 - 04.2023

Regatta assistant

Wargrave, Shiplake and Henley Regattas
06.2022 - 06.2023

Tutor

GCSE History

A-Levels -

History - A*, English literature - A* , Drama - A

GCSEs -

8 at Grade 9 (A**) and 3 at Grade 8 (A*)

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