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James Burns

Cambridge,cambridgeshire

Summary

Reliable person with strong background helping with customer orders, cooking and store cleanliness. Able to stand for long hours and complete demanding work in high-volume settings. Service-oriented, always willing to learn, punctual and hardworking with excellent people skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen Staff Member, chef and bartender

individual pubs ltd
Cambridge
09.2025 - Current
  • Clean dishes, prep food, and serve customers across busy service shifts.
  • Prepare and cook food while following food safety and cleanliness regulations.
  • Serve drinks, manage stock intake, and complete cellar duties for smooth service.

river tour guide

Paddle ltd
Cambridge
03.2025 - 06.2026
  • Gave historic river tours while punting the boat alongside passengers.
  • Delivered well-spoken commentary on river history and local landmarks.
  • Welcomed visitors from worldwide backgrounds and guided the experience confidently.

Waiter

Mercado Central
Cambridge
12.2023 - 04.2025
  • worked mainly as a floor waiter and food runner but also bartending
  • working in a high end spanish restaurant has taught me how to work in a fast paced environment as well as developing my interpersonal skills with all kinds of customers and co-workers

Counter Server and barista

Aromi
Cambridge
06.2023 - 10.2023
  • Prepared coffee and served drinks at the designated counter.
  • Served ice cream from the assigned counter during peak periods.
  • Maintained professionalism while working in a fast-paced, busy environment.

Education

NVQ Level 1 - plumbing

Cambridge Regional College
Cambridge
01-2025

GCSEs -

impington village college
cambridge
01-2023

Skills

  • Stock management
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Organisation
  • Attention to detail
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Clear communication
  • Reliability
  • High energy levels

Timeline

Kitchen Staff Member, chef and bartender

individual pubs ltd
09.2025 - Current

river tour guide

Paddle ltd
03.2025 - 06.2026

Waiter

Mercado Central
12.2023 - 04.2025

Counter Server and barista

Aromi
06.2023 - 10.2023

NVQ Level 1 - plumbing

Cambridge Regional College

GCSEs -

impington village college
James Burns