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Work History
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Education
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Ian Lewis

Inflight Manager - Cabin Service Director
London
Ian Lewis

Summary

An accomplished Cabin Service Director/Inflight Manager with over 15 years experience of inspiring, motivating, coaching and leading teams of cabin crew with integrity, objectivity, honesty, enthusiasm and passion to give of their very best at all times to deliver outstanding customer service always. My flying carrier has been built on a foundation of safety and security, punctuality, teamwork, and helping to create a professional, inclusive, warm, friendly and enjoyable environment where everyone feels valued, trusted and respected - all in pursuit of delivering excellent premium customer service. Performance management was an essential part of my role and by using honest and open feedback I was able to help people reach their full potential. Together with delegation, clear communication, active listening, mentoring and resourceful first contact problem solving I ensured the delivery of unrivalled customer service at all times.

Overview

36
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

British Airways
Heathrow

Cabin Service Director
05.2005 - 07.2020

Job overview

  • Leading, motivating and inspiring teams of cabin crew to deliver outstanding customer service always
  • I was responsible for managing the aircraft, ensuring customer safety and cabin security on behalf of the Captain, resolving problems resourcefully and accountable to the company for the delivery of the very best in customer service
  • Through performance management, authentic and inclusive leadership, and being a role model and mentor with a passion for customer service I am proud to have received many accolades during my time as an inflight manager.

British Airways
Heathrow

Purser
05.2004 - 05.2005

Job overview

  • Leading teams in various cabins to deliver excellent customer service and supporting the

British Airways
Heathrow

Cabin Crew
02.1995 - 05.2004

Job overview

  • Provided excellent customer service to customers ensuring their comfort and safety throughout the flight
  • Ensured compliance with standard operating procedures at all times.

BBC

Presenter/Journalist
05.1988 - 02.1995

Job overview

  • Presenting Afternoon and Evening Radio and TV Shows
  • Leading a production team under pressure to deliver news current affairs and entertainment shows.

Musicals
West End

Actor/Performer
05.1984 - 05.1988

Job overview

  • Appeared in numerous including the role of Benjamin in Andrew Lloyd-Webber's 'Joseph and
  • His Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat'

Skills

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Education

Leeds University
Leeds

Bachelor of Arts from Accountancy
09.1980 - 05.1984

Timeline

Cabin Service Director

British Airways
05.2005 - 07.2020

Purser

British Airways
05.2004 - 05.2005

Cabin Crew

British Airways
02.1995 - 05.2004

Presenter/Journalist

BBC
05.1988 - 02.1995

Actor/Performer

Musicals
05.1984 - 05.1988

Leeds University

Bachelor of Arts from Accountancy
09.1980 - 05.1984
Ian LewisInflight Manager - Cabin Service Director