JAMES ELLIOTT
Edinburgh
Summary
Dedicated Kitchen Assistant and Commis Chef with strong background in hospitality. Supported chefs with ingredient preparation, stock management, and hygiene maintenance in high-pressure settings. Skilled bartender with expertise in drink crafting and alcohol regulation compliance. Focused on cleanliness, safety, and effective teamwork to elevate service quality.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
ASSEMBLY OPERATOR
Honeywell Aerospace
Edinburgh
01.2021 - 12.2025
- Assembling parts For Honeywell Aerospace For All Aerospace Industries
- Assembly line proficiency
- Production line operations
- Use of hand tools
- Assembly tools usage
- Tightened screws during assembly to ensure product integrity
- Inspection and quality Checks against procedure
- Quality control checks
- Visual quality inspection
- Demonstrated quick problem-solving to address issues effectively
- Problem solving
- Technical troubleshooting
- Organised workspace to improve operational efficiency and ensure safety
- Process optimization
- Managed time effectively to meet project deadlines
- Health and safety knowledge
- Assessed risks to implement safety measures
- Labelling and shipping products
- Scanning products Into computers before shipping
- Label Printing
- Waste management
- Handled chemicals safely in laboratory environments
- Physical stamina
- Workplace cleanliness
- Workstation cleaning
- Active communication
- Motivated team player
- Coordinated team activities to streamline workflow
- Relationship-building
- Product knowledge
- Material handling
- Computer literacy
- Exhibited an eye for accuracy to ensure quality control
- Shop floor etiquette
- Task prioritisation
- Shop floor etiquette
- Task prioritisation
- Exhibited an eye for accuracy to ensure quality control
COMI CHEF
The Kings Wark
Edinburgh
01.2017 - 12.2019
- Assisted senior chefs with ingredient preparation, cooking basic dishes, maintaining hygiene, managing stock, and keeping the kitchen clean, rotating through stations to gain comprehensive knowledge of food preparation while maintaining consistency and high standards in a busy kitchen environment.
- Worked efficiently under pressure during peak dining hours, maintaining composure and delivering consistent quality.
- Chopped, mixed and prepared ingredients for line cooks ahead of busy periods.
- Washed, peeled and chopped food before cooking preparation.
BARTENDER
Three sisters
Edinburgh
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Crafted and served drinks, delivered excellent customer service through guest greetings and recommendations, managed payments, ensured bar area cleanliness and stock, and complied with alcohol laws by checking IDs and monitoring patrons in a fast-paced environment.
- Kept bar stocked and organised for easy access and quick service to customers.
- Took customer orders and prepared drinks following best practices for each type.
- Handled cash transactions and operated point-of-sale systems with accuracy and integrity.
CLEANER
Servest Multiservice group
Edinburgh
01.2014 - 12.2016
- Ensured cleanliness, hygiene, and appearance of facilities including offices, schools, and homes by sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, sanitising restrooms and kitchens, emptying bins, and restocking supplies, adhering to safety protocols and promptly reporting maintenance issues.
- Swept, vacuumed, polished and mopped hard floors within establishment.
- Followed sanitisation, health and hygiene regulations.
- Completed cleaning projects on time, maintaining customer satisfaction and loyalty.
RETAIL ASSISTANT
Discount uk
Edinburgh
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Delivered exceptional customer service by assisting shoppers, processing sales, handling returns, and managing store appearance through restocking shelves, creating displays, and maintaining cleanliness, ensuring a welcoming shopping experience.
- Kept shelves neat, clean and organised through visual merchandising.
- Maintained a tidy and safe shopping environment, following health and safety guidelines.
- Handled customer inquiries and complaints with professionalism, offering solutions to meet their needs.
HOUSEKEEPER
The Caledonian A Waldorf
Edinburgh
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Cleaned and sanitised guest rooms and public areas, made beds, changed linens, and restocked toiletries and amenities to hotel standards, while reporting maintenance issues and addressing guest requests, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and security protocols.
- Cleaned rooms to satisfaction of clients and management.
- Managed daily cleaning, dusting, and vacuuming of assigned rooms to maintain high standards of hygiene.
- Kept floors spotless using Hoovers, mops and brushes for deep cleaning.
Education
GCSEs - English
Newbattle community high
Newtongrange, MLN01-2003
GCSEs - maths
Newbattle community high
Newtongrange, MLN01-2003
GCSEs - history
Newbattle community high
Newtongrange, MLN01-2003
GCSEs - science
Newbattle community high
Newtongrange, MLN01-2003
Skills
- Assembly Inspection
- Quality assurance
- Production optimisation
- Parts Cleaning
- Equipment Cleaning
- Equipment handling
- Safety regulations
- Time Management
- Production Support
- Inventory control
Timeline
ASSEMBLY OPERATOR
Honeywell Aerospace
01.2021 - 12.2025
COMI CHEF
The Kings Wark
01.2017 - 12.2019
BARTENDER
Three sisters
01.2016 - 12.2016
CLEANER
Servest Multiservice group
01.2014 - 12.2016
RETAIL ASSISTANT
Discount uk
01.2014 - 12.2014
HOUSEKEEPER
The Caledonian A Waldorf
01.2013 - 12.2013
GCSEs - English
Newbattle community high
GCSEs - maths
Newbattle community high
GCSEs - history
Newbattle community high
GCSEs - science
Newbattle community high