Harry Ryall
Bath,United Kingdom
Summary
An ambitious student and reliable employee, eager to pursue a career that expands on the knowledge and skills obtained during my degree. Proven to work collaboratively in team environments, but confident to take the lead in decision making. Track record of responsibility throughout employment due to a capable, hard-working and personable nature. Proven ability to work under pressure, maintain composure and deliver results. Enthusiastic and positive attitude when dealing with any challenge and keen to leverage these skills towards impactful contributions in sustainability-focused projects.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Co-Founder of HeyChef!
Myself
2025.03 - Current
- Founded and ran a student pasta pop-up during my second year after identifying an underused opportunity within the Students’ Union, delivering food-led events alongside existing ones such as their karaoke nights.
- I negotiated access to the SU facilities by demonstrating the mutual benefit of increased footfall and bar sales and built strong relationships with key university and SU staff which subsequently led to paid support once they saw the impact.
- Responsible for managing event delivery under pressure and maintaining high standards to build foundations of a reliable brand
- I led marketing avenues and promotion of the events through engaging social media content that grew the account to hundreds of followers within weeks
- Ensured the business was set up compliantly by securing insurance, completing food safety training, and meeting hygiene requirements.
Private Aviation Industry Experience
Universal Aviation
2024.06 - 2024.07
- Gained valuable first-hand experience in a corporate setting, focusing on logistical operations for a private aviation firm.
- Attended multiple networking events including a functions at the House of Commons for a talk on sustainable innovation in the aviation industry.
- Worked alongside the sales team to research client needs then presented a pitch to senior figures in the company for why a client should chose them, based off the experiences I had gained.
Food and Beverage assistant
Hand Picked Hotels
Bath
2024.02 - Current
- Balance 20 hours of part-time work each week with full-time university studies.
- Entrusted to managed large functions such as formal dinners, ensuring professional execution.
- Consistently achieved high-quality customer service across various shifts and responsibilities.
- Engaged in multiple roles across weddings, corporate functions and usual service, including waiting tables and bar work, to meet diverse customer demands.
Supermarket assistant
Waitrose & Partners
East Grinstead and Bath
2021.09 - 2024.01
- Independently oversaw Delicatessen counter operations, including setup and closure.
- Promoted offers to enhance sales performance.
- Acquired extensive knowledge products for improved customer service.
- Handled transactions at checkout and managed customer queries effectively.
Food and beverage assistant
Marriott Hotels
Lingfield, Surrey
2021.02 - 2021.08
- Prepared restaurant for breakfast shifts, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere.
- Took food and beverage orders from customers.
- Engaged with customers to confirm satisfaction with meals and service.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Global Development and Sustainability
Bath Spa University
Bath 2023.09 -
A-Levels - Economics, Politics, Geography
Oxted Sixth Form
Surrey 2021.09 - 2023.06
GCSEs -
Oxted School
Surrey 2016.09 - 2021.07
Skills
- Confident in use of GIS software, Excel and PowerPoint
- Data collection and analysis in sustainability issues such as water quality, air pollution and urban planning
- Confident and personable makes me good for working in a team
- Communication
- Adaptable
- Good ability to work under pressure
- Experience in marketing
- Leadership
Affiliations
- Have played football from a young age which continued into university where I competed for the 2nd team in first year as well as playing first team rugby for the university in second year.
- Passionate golfer
- Regularly go to the gym
Accomplishments
Completed my Bronze and Silver DofE
Timeline
Co-Founder of HeyChef!
Myself
2025.03 - Current
Private Aviation Industry Experience
Universal Aviation
2024.06 - 2024.07
Food and Beverage assistant
Hand Picked Hotels
2024.02 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Global Development and Sustainability
Bath Spa University
2023.09 -
Supermarket assistant
Waitrose & Partners
2021.09 - 2024.01
A-Levels - Economics, Politics, Geography
Oxted Sixth Form
2021.09 - 2023.06
Food and beverage assistant
Marriott Hotels
2021.02 - 2021.08
GCSEs -
Oxted School
2016.09 - 2021.07