Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
REFERENCES
COMMUNICATION
LEADERSHIP
Timeline
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Jacob Carey

Gretton,Northamptonshire

Summary

I am an outgoing, enthusiastic, and reliable individual with excellent communication and customer service skills. Having recently completed my first year studying Theatre at the University of York, I have developed strong confidence, adaptability, and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of people. During my gap year, I travelled independently in Thailand and Canada, where I spent two months leading the drama department at a summer camp, developing leadership, organisation, and teamwork skills while working in a fast-paced environment.

Alongside my studies, I have gained valuable customer-facing experience through roles in hospitality, retail, and food service, including working at the Exeter Arms, as a fast-food crew member, and most recently as a butcher at Morrisons during the busy Christmas period. These roles have strengthened my ability to remain calm under pressure, provide excellent service, and contribute positively as part of a team.

I am a naturally positive and sociable person who enjoys meeting new people and creating welcoming experiences for customers. Outside of work, I am passionate about music, film, and performance. I regularly perform live guitar sets and enjoy attending concerts and festivals. I take pride in being hardworking, self-motivated, and approachable, and I am eager to bring my energy, enthusiasm, and strong work ethic to a customer-focused role this summer.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work history

Student

University of York
York, Yorkshire
2025.09 - Current

Studying ‘Theatre: Writing, Directing, and Performance‘ (BA)

First year completed, achieved 2-1/ 1st average, going into second year September 2026

Camp counsellor

Camp Canada
Gravenhurst, Muskoka
2025.06 - 2025.08
  • Monitored camper behaviour closely, intervening promptly when necessary for maintaining peace and orderliness.
  • Oversaw camper safety during adventurous activities, ensuring no harm came to any child.
  • Created fun-filled activities to encourage learning whilst keeping the atmosphere lively.
  • Built team spirit amongst campers through various group activities.

Gap Year Travelling: Thailand

Gap Year
2025.03 - 2025.04

Travelling through Thailand, North to South

Butcher assistant

Morrisons
Corby, Northamptonshire
2024.11 - 2025.02
  • Ensured freshness of all products, minimising waste and spoilage.
  • Maintained a high standard of personal hygiene whilst handling food products.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver excellent service.
  • Assisted lead butcher with daily duties for improved workflow efficiency.
  • Worked efficiently and responsibly with dangerous items

Pot Washer

The Exeter Arms
Easton on the Hill
2023.04 - 2023.06
  • Temporary Short-Term Position

Crew Member

McDonalds
Stamford
2022.09 - 2023.02
  • Food preparation and service. Food and kitchen hygiene and cleaning. Use and fast-food preparation tools and equipment. Customer service.
  • Prepared food items according to the established recipes maintaining consistency of taste and presentation.
  • Adhered to strict hygiene practices while handling food ensuring safety at all times.

Volunteer

Stamford Shakespeare Company
Little Casterton, Lincolnshire
2022.06 - 2022.07
  • Stage Management & Production – ensuring rehearsal spaces were accurately measured and set. Live show quality assurance for stage and equipment. Supporting actors with cues and attention to timings to aid production and live shows.

Education

A Levels - Politics, Drama, English Literature

Stamford School
Stamford
1 2017 - 2026.06

Bachelor of Arts - Theatre

University of York
York
09/2025 -

Skills

  • Excellent Communication & Interpersonal Skills
  • Customer Service
  • Teamwork & Collaboration
  • Leadership & Mentoring
  • Adaptability & Problem Solving
  • Working Under Pressure
  • Time Management & Organisation
  • Positive, Can-Do Attitude
  • Reliable & Honest
  • Food Preparation & Hygiene
  • Initiative & Self-Motivation
  • Live Performance & Public Speaking

REFERENCES

  • Mr, Cheatley, Head of Politics, Stamford School
  • Mr, Connor Smith, Chef

COMMUNICATION

I am a natural communicator and I feel that this is one of my key strengths. In all my roles and especially my current academic life as a Sixth Form student and Prefect, effective communication is key. Listening is key also and helps me to make positive contributions as much as speaking! I am courteous and polite in all my communications and always strive to adopt a positive and friendly attitude.

LEADERSHIP

I feel I am a positive role model and leader. An example of this is as a Drama Scholar and Prefect, I have led many classes in multiple drama and music area and like to think that I work on encouraging everyone to get the best as a team and production. I take a deep pride in my work and strive to achieve the best outcome. As a volunteer to Youth Drama work, and in my Drama and Band productions, leadership to both lead and help us as a cast or group, to come to good decisions and achieve the desired results is something I am very proud of. With the latest productions of Beauty and the Beast and Lord of the Flies, being great successes.

Timeline

Student

University of York
2025.09 - Current

Camp counsellor

Camp Canada
2025.06 - 2025.08

Gap Year Travelling: Thailand

Gap Year
2025.03 - 2025.04

Butcher assistant

Morrisons
2024.11 - 2025.02

Pot Washer

The Exeter Arms
2023.04 - 2023.06

Crew Member

McDonalds
2022.09 - 2023.02

Volunteer

Stamford Shakespeare Company
2022.06 - 2022.07

A Levels - Politics, Drama, English Literature

Stamford School
1 2017 - 2026.06

Bachelor of Arts - Theatre

University of York
09/2025 -
Jacob Carey