Ioan Gaze
Pontypridd,Rhondda Cynon Taf
Summary
Motivated and analytical Sports and Exercise Science graduate with experience in data analysis, research, and interpreting complex information. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and SPSS, with strong IT, communication, and organisational skills developed through academic study and experience in fast-paced working environments. Able to work effectively under pressure, prioritise workloads, and meet deadlines consistently.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Junior sous chef
Loungers
Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taf
2026.06 - Current
- Helped maintain high standards of food quality with meticulous attention to detail.
- Assisted in stock management to prevent food wastage.
- Carried out internal audits such as stock taking.
Chef
Loungers
Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taf
2022.03 - 2026.06
- Maintained high safety standards during food preparation and serving procedures.
- Trained junior chefs to enhance their professional skills.
- Prepared food to company standards during service.
Kitchen assistant
Loungers
Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taf
2021.08 - 2022.03
- Cleaned kitchen equipment and surfaces and conducted deep cleans after service.
- Supported chefs with basic food preparation.
- Operated industrial dishwashing equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports and Exercise Science
University of South Wales
Pontypridd 2022.09 - 2025.07
A-Levels - A Levels in: BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Sport (Double), Welsh Baccalaureate and Biology
Hawthorn High School
2020.09 - 2022.06
GCSEs - 12 GCSEs A*-C in a range of subjects including Mathematics, English and Science
Hawthorn High School
2018.09 - 2020.06
Skills
Time Management
Developed strong time management and organisational skills through balancing the demands of completing a university degree alongside part-time employment in a fast-paced kitchen environment
IT Literacy
Strong IT literacy skills and confident using a range of digital systems and software packages to support day-to-day tasks and data analysis Developed proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel for organising, analysing and presenting data, as well as SPSS for statistical analysis and interpretation, through university studies and professional experience
Communication
Developed strong verbal and written communication skills through both academic studies and professional experience in customer-facing and team-based environments
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Junior sous chef
Loungers
2026.06 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Sports and Exercise Science
University of South Wales
2022.09 - 2025.07
Chef
Loungers
2022.03 - 2026.06
Kitchen assistant
Loungers
2021.08 - 2022.03
A-Levels - A Levels in: BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Sport (Double), Welsh Baccalaureate and Biology
Hawthorn High School
2020.09 - 2022.06
GCSEs - 12 GCSEs A*-C in a range of subjects including Mathematics, English and Science
Hawthorn High School
2018.09 - 2020.06