Henry Swift
Lancaster,Lancashire
Summary
Reliable Kitchen Porter with knack for maintaining spotless kitchens and supporting chefs during busy shifts. Known for quick, thorough cleaning and organising kitchen stations to improve workflow. Skilled in handling kitchen equipment and ensuring all health and safety standards are met.
Personable individual with genuine interest in providing excellent customer service and ensuring guest satisfaction. Possesses strong interpersonal skills and ability to swiftly adapt to new environments, complemented by keen attention to detail. Ready to contribute to creating memorable dining experience.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2025
2025
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Waiter
Quite simply French
Lancaster , Lancashire
12.2024 - 09.2025
- Delivered exceptional customer service in a 5-Star restaurant to ensure a memorable experience for guests.
- Working with kitchen staff to ensure food is maintaining quality and high presentation standards as well as being served to guests promptly.
- Maintained knowledge of wine pairings, menu offerings and daily specials to advice guests on optional choices.
Kitchen porter
Quite Simply French
Lancaster , Lancashire
11.2023 - 12.2024
- Supported restaurant operations through effective collaboration and teamwork with other staff members.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation of the dishwasher area, adhering to strict hygiene and safety regulation to support overall kitchen operations
- Assisted with general kitchen cleanliness, including sweeping, mopping, and maintaining kitchen equipment, ensuring a safe work environment.
Work Experience - British Airways Data Science
British Airways
Lancaster , Lancashire
07.2025 - 07.2025
- Practical application of my A-Level maths subject to complete a technical task.
- Using Excel offered me an opportunity to improve my analytical skills and apply it to a scenario in aviation.
Education
A-Levels -
Lancaster Royal Grammer Six Form
Lancaster 09/2024 -
GCSEs -
Ripley St Thomas Academy
Lancaster 09/2019 - 07.2024
Skills
- Leadership and Initiative
- Teamwork
- Problem-Solving
- Cleaning procedures
- Efficient work ethic
- Professional Communication
- Technical/Digital Literacy
Affiliations
- Cricket - Played at district, inter-league and club level.
- RAF Air Cadets - Member at Lancaster Air Squadron
Volunteering
St John’s Hospice - Volunteered since March 2025.
Spitfire Hanger 42 Blackpool - Involves: Catering, Engineering, Cleaning, Customer Service, Stewarding and talks to public.
Certification
- Full UK driving license
- First Aid Qualification
- Bronze DofE
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Work Experience - British Airways Data Science
British Airways
07.2025 - 07.2025
Waiter
Quite simply French
12.2024 - 09.2025
Kitchen porter
Quite Simply French
11.2023 - 12.2024
A-Levels -
Lancaster Royal Grammer Six Form
09/2024 -
GCSEs -
Ripley St Thomas Academy
09/2019 - 07.2024