Hugo Walsh
Windsor,Berkshire
Summary
Recent graduate with a First in International Business Management from Manchester Metropolitan University seeking to leverage academic knowledge and transferable skills into a challenging entry-level role. Diverse experiences across entrepreneurship, sales, and hospitality have fostered strong communication, sales, and customer service skills. Fast learner, eager to take on new challenges, always striving to exceed expectations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Bartender
The Duke of Connaught
Windsor
2025.02 - Current
- Served guests spirits, lagers and stouts at bar.
- Developed rapport with regular patrons fostering a loyal customer base.
Co-Founder
Meow-Cha
Manchester
2024.01 - 2024.07
- Developed and executed marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and drive sales
- Managed social media campaigns and content creation
- Negotiated partnerships and ensured accuracy in legal documents
- Presented to audiences of over 100 people, showcasing strong public speaking skills
Sales Assistant
AOS Marketing
Manchester
2023.02 - 2023.06
- Achieved sales targets through effective communication and persuasion
- Adapted sales pitches to meet individual customer needs
- Spoke with ~70 potential customers a day
Waiter, Bartender and Cook
Les Cuves de Fauve
Paris
2022.06 - 2022.09
- Provided excellent customer service in a high-pressure environment
- Up-sold products and increased revenue
- Prepared and served food and beverages to a high standard
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Business Management
Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester, MAN 09/2020 - 06/2024
Skills
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication, public speaking
- Creativity: Brand development, content creation
- Customer Focus: Building relationships, understanding customer needs
- Sales and Marketing: Persuasive communication, digital marketing, sales techniques
- Fluent in English and French
Affiliations
- Playing Guitar and Piano.
- Trekking
- Chess
- Live Music
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bartender
The Duke of Connaught
2025.02 - Current
Co-Founder
Meow-Cha
2024.01 - 2024.07
Sales Assistant
AOS Marketing
2023.02 - 2023.06
Waiter, Bartender and Cook
Les Cuves de Fauve
2022.06 - 2022.09
Bachelor of Arts - International Business Management
Manchester Metropolitan University
09/2020 - 06/2024