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Harjoat Singh

Leicester

Summary

Dedicated young professional with BTEC Level 3 qualification and proven leadership experience in student organizations. Achieved exceptional A-Level results, demonstrating strong academic capabilities. Aspires to excel as a high-ranking officer in UK Counter-Terrorism, thriving in high-pressure environments. Versatile and adaptable, capable of collaborating effectively or working independently as needed.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Bar Manager

What A Shot Leicester
Leicester
07.2024 - Current
  • Maintained optimal supply of beverages, glassware, and garnishes for efficient service delivery.
  • Conducted weekly team meetings to align on promotions, events, and menu changes.
  • Implemented upselling strategies that increased revenue across bar operations.
  • Analyzed financial data to enhance labor efficiency, reduce waste, and control costs.
  • Managed hiring, training, and disciplinary actions for bar staff to ensure high performance.
  • Monitored bartenders' performance to guarantee prompt and professional customer service.
  • Coordinated with chefs on cocktail and beer pairings to elevate customer experience.
  • Created promotional materials to effectively showcase specials and upcoming events.

Waiting Staff Member

La maison café
Leicester
07.2023 - 01.2024
  • Monitored tables regularly to refill drinks, address requests, and gather customer feedback.
  • Cleared and reset tables with clean service ware to uphold restaurant standards.
  • Delivered exceptional front-of-house service, creating positive first impressions for guests.
  • Resolved customer complaints swiftly, escalating significant issues to management.
  • Ensured compliance with hygiene and food handling standards for safety.
  • Coordinated team members to ensure accurate and prompt order taking and serving.
  • Answered phones promptly, accurately recording and confirming reservations.
  • Hand-washed dishes and glassware to maintain cleanliness throughout the restaurant.

Volunteer Police Cadet

Leicestershire Police
Leicester
10.2021 - 06.2023
  • I was a serving member of the Leicestershire Police Cadets. I was in this position for 20 months.
  • Within my role, I attended weekly sessions, learnt about the police and practicing police procedures.
  • I had assisted management in event support, for example, Knife Sweeps across parks and leaflet drops about knife crime.
  • I had also participated in disciplined parades, such as the Remembrance Day parade.
  • In these sessions, I had practiced how to instruct suspects on field sobriety tests and used portable equipment to perform tests.

Participant

National Citizens Service
Leicester
07.2021 - 08.2021
  • Participated in the National Citizens Service program at 16 years of age, expanding my social network through meaningful interactions.
  • Showed dedication by devoting time to Saffron Acres, an allotment, as a community volunteer.

Education

Law LLB -

University of Leicester
Leicester
07.2025

BTEC Level 3 Uniformed Protective Services -

Gateway VI Form College
Leicester
06.2023

Holocaust Ambassador -

Lessons From Auschwitz
01.2023

GCSEs -

Orchard Mead Academy
Leicester
01.2021

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Event coordination
  • Customer service and support
  • POS systems proficiency
  • Public speaking
  • Bar management
  • Mixology skills
  • First aid and CPR certification

Affiliations

  • I have an interest in badminton and cricket. I played recreationally at college and competitively in tournaments, and I also undertook the role of volunteer umpire
  • I was an elected member of my college government and was appointed as student assistant principal to work in liaison with the assistant principal of the college. In that role, I collaborated with senior leadership to resolve concerns around the college and worked innovatively to motivate students in their studies
  • I had also routinely offered assistance on college open days to present a positively accurate depiction of college life
  • For the better part of my secondary school years, I was an avid musician, having learned trumpet, bassoon, piano, drums, dhol, steel pans, guitar, violin, and the recorder. During my time at secondary school, I performed with a steel pans group at De Montfort Hall. My passion for the creative arts transfers to my daily life and helps to add discipline to my structure.

Languages

English
First Language
Punjabi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Gujarati
Beginner (A1)
A1

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Bar Manager

What A Shot Leicester
07.2024 - Current

Waiting Staff Member

La maison café
07.2023 - 01.2024

Volunteer Police Cadet

Leicestershire Police
10.2021 - 06.2023

Participant

National Citizens Service
07.2021 - 08.2021

Law LLB -

University of Leicester

BTEC Level 3 Uniformed Protective Services -

Gateway VI Form College

Holocaust Ambassador -

Lessons From Auschwitz

GCSEs -

Orchard Mead Academy
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