Gracie Large
Bedfordshire
Summary
Driven and energetic individual seeking an Entry Level Recruitment Consultant position with The Best Connection. Highly motivates to learn the full 360 recruitment cycle, from business development to candidate placement. Confident communicator with a strong work ethic, resilience and the ability to build long-term relationships with clients and candidates. Eager to develop a successful career in a fast-paced, target driven recruitment environment with full training and support.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Waiting Staff
Masonic Lodge
Ampthill
10.2023 - 12.2025
- Ensure highest level of hygiene is delivered by cleaning kitchen areas and tables as soon as possible.
- Collaborated with team members to create a harmonious and efficient working environment.
- Processed customer orders accurately whilst demonstrating a thorough knowledge of menu items.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently and ensured accurate record-keeping of daily sales.
- Provided exceptional customer service to ensure a welcoming atmosphere for all guests.
- Showcased professional etiquette when interacting with guests, contributing to brand image positively.
Early Years Educator Apprenticeship
Kings Oak School
Bedford
11.2024 - 10.2025
- Responsible for small groups of children including their safety and educational progress.
- Develop strong communication skills through daily reporting of progress to a variety of stakeholders, including parents, teachers and senior management.
- Collaborate with colleagues to ensure safe environment for young people to learn in.
- Facilitated stimulating activities promoting social interaction and emotional development.
- Successfully resolve parental concerns whilst maintaining professional and a calm manner.
Waiting Staff
Fratelli’s Italian Restaurant
Ampthill
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Serving as front of house, welcoming customers to the restaurant
- Ensure the highest standards of hygiene are in place within the restaurant.
- Took initiative in solving customer complaints diplomatically; ensured their return visits.
- Effectively managed reservations over phone and in person to avoid any confusion or delay.
- Ensure that the customers have an excellent restaurant experience, so they return.
- Increased efficiency with quick and accurate order taking.
- Handled cash transactions accurately whilst maintaining financial integrity at all times.
- Showcased professional etiquette when interacting with guests, contributing to brand image positively.
- Promoted special offers to boost sales revenue indirectly.
Administrative Assistant
Electrafit
07.2022 - 07.2022
- Answering customer queries via email and telephone.
- Ensuring documents for customers are ready for filing or sending.
- Preparing venues for customer meetings ensuring they receive full hospitality experience.
- Preparing lunch orders for all staff
- Taking minutes from meetings and preparing them for senior leaders of companies involved.
- Cleaning office areas ensuring highest level of hygiene
- (Work experience placement)
- Improved customer satisfaction through prompt response to email and phone queries.
Education
Level 3 Apprenticeship - Early Years Education
Central Bedfordshire College
11.2024 - 10.2025
6 GCSE’s - Grade 3 – 6 including Maths and English
Daubeney Academy
Kempston 01.2022 - 01.2023
Skills
- Excellent face-to-face communication skills and professionalism
- Organisation and time management
- Relationship building with clients and candidates
- Resilient and determined to overcome any barriers
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail and compliance awareness
- Leadership skills and demonstrated ability to take initiative
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Willingness to learn new skills and processes including the full 360 recruitment process
- Microsoft office suite proficiency
- Confidentiality maintenance
References
On request
Training
- DBS certificate March 2024
- Safety in the kitchen December 2024
- First Aid January 2025
Timeline
Early Years Educator Apprenticeship
Kings Oak School
11.2024 - 10.2025
Level 3 Apprenticeship - Early Years Education
Central Bedfordshire College
11.2024 - 10.2025
Waiting Staff
Masonic Lodge
10.2023 - 12.2025
Waiting Staff
Fratelli’s Italian Restaurant
10.2022 - 04.2023
Administrative Assistant
Electrafit
07.2022 - 07.2022
6 GCSE’s - Grade 3 – 6 including Maths and English
Daubeney Academy
01.2022 - 01.2023