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Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Languages
References
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Ian Hughes

Caernarfon,Gwynedd

Summary

I am a dedicated and hardworking individual with strong work ethic and keen eye for cleanliness, ensuring well-organised. Demonstrates excellent teamwork and communication skills, paired with the ability to adapt quickly to new tasks and environments. Never afraid to ask for help when needed or to help others.

I have an unblemished driving license having never had any notices or points on my license.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work history

Support Worker

Shaun Gresty
Amlwch, Anglesey
2019.06 - Current

Same as for Cartrefi Cymru but directly working for the family.

Tesco

Fishmonger and Butcher
Caernarfon, Gwynedd
2015.04 - 2019.04

Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.

Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.

Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease.

Cleaned work areas and equipment to maintain faultless hygiene standards. Never failing the local council visit of 5 stars or Tesco's own in-house checks.

Qualified as a Fishmonger and Butcher

Displayed meats and fish attractively to draw in potential buyers.

Ensured freshness of products, enhancing the buying experience.

Prepared custom orders to meet unique customer requirements.

Sharpened and cleaned tools regularly to ensure optimal performance.

Sanitised working areas, equipment good hygiene.

Deboned and cut meats at high rate of speed with maximum safety.

Used hand tools and table-top equipment to debone, trim and portion meat to customer specifications.

Minimised waste by using appropriate stock rotation systems and accurate cutting and portioning.

Worked flexibly to meet varied shift patterns and cover staff absences.

Team leader

Tesco
Caernarfon, Gwynedd
2009.09 - 2014.04

Prioritised tasks according to urgency and importance, optimising workload allocation among team members.

Streamlined workflow for a more efficient process.

Implemented new working methods which improved overall efficiency of the team operations.

My main focus was ensuring the smooth running of the section as well liaising with the store manager on availability issues in the freezer section and Wines and Spirits.

Tesco in 2014 removed the Team Leader roles and offered to stay on as shop worker on a full time contract.

Fresh Produce Shop Worker

Tesco
Caernarfon, Gwynedd
2002.09 - 2009.09

Kept shelves stocked and neat, enhancing store appearance. Ensured all shelves were clean and rotated as to reduce possible wastage and have out of date items on shelves.

Ensured that the department was clean and tidy

Performed inventory checks regularly, resulting in optimal stock levels.

Coordinated with the management on daily operations to improve store performance.

Did help with stock control for a few months during this period.

Support Worker

Tai Ar Wasgar Gwynedd County Council
Caernarfon, Gwynedd
1999.03 - 2008.09

Same as working for Cartrefi Cymru though this was on relief bases.

Support Worker

Cartrefi Cymru
Benllech, Anglesey
1992.04 - 2002.09

Prepared nutritious meals that met special dietary needs of clients. Provided transportation for medical appointments, ensuring timely arrival.

Encouraged social integration by facilitating community involvement opportunities.

Monitored and documented client behaviours, activities and development, aiding appropriate care plan management.

Administered medication with rigorous planning and recordkeeping.

Continuously promoted best practices in health, safety and security to safeguard service user welfare.

Assisted in maintaining a clean environment for improved client health.

Assisted with mobility issues enabling easier movement around the home.

Provided physical and emotional support, employing compassionate care to help individuals achieve their full potential.

Office and Wages Clerk

M Wright and Sons
Caernarfon, Gwynedd
1989.03 - 1992.03

First 2 years i was an office clerk and duties including typing and communicating with head office on contracts and orders for the factory. Last year i became the wages clerk which included calculating all the wages for 70 staff members who were on piece rate. Also ensured any discrepancies or queries was handled quickly.

Also I would drive a Bedford van to areas covering most of North Wales Holyhead, Llandrindod Wells and Oswestry to pick up stock from various suppliers to replenish the factories stock.

Office administrative assistant

Welsh Government
Caernarfon, Gwynedd
1990.01 - 1990.02

Worked on a temporary contract for 2 months helping with the running of the agricultural department of the Welsh office in Caernarfon. Duties included typing, filing and sorting out the archives section.

Education

Diploma in Office Procedures - Office duties typing, shorthand and word processing

Gwynedd Technical College
Bangor, Gwynedd
1987.09 - 1988.06

Butcher and Fishmonger -

Tesco
Caernarfon, Gwynedd

Skills

  • Familiar with kitchen standards
  • Multitasking capability
  • Assisting in food plating
  • Awareness of food allergens
  • Understanding kitchen hierarchy
  • Punctuality and reliability
  • Constant vigilance
  • Workplace cleanliness
  • Sanitation protocols adherence
  • Use of cleaning chemicals
  • Strong physical endurance
  • Basic cooking knowledge
  • Time management mastery
  • Customer orientation
  • Worktop cleaning
  • Stock rotation principles
  • Kitchen etiquette familiarity
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Health and Safety
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Quality Control
  • Resourcefulness
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Surface cleaning
  • Fluent English
  • Food preparation and safety

Affiliations

  • Cooking
  • Golf
  • Running
  • Computers

Languages

English
Fluent
Welsh
Native

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Support Worker

Shaun Gresty
2019.06 - Current

Tesco

Fishmonger and Butcher
2015.04 - 2019.04

Team leader

Tesco
2009.09 - 2014.04

Fresh Produce Shop Worker

Tesco
2002.09 - 2009.09

Support Worker

Tai Ar Wasgar Gwynedd County Council
1999.03 - 2008.09

Support Worker

Cartrefi Cymru
1992.04 - 2002.09

Office administrative assistant

Welsh Government
1990.01 - 1990.02

Office and Wages Clerk

M Wright and Sons
1989.03 - 1992.03

Diploma in Office Procedures - Office duties typing, shorthand and word processing

Gwynedd Technical College
1987.09 - 1988.06

Butcher and Fishmonger -

Tesco
Ian Hughes