James Woodley
Ruislip,Middlesex
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in glassware handling, food safety, and wine pairing. Demonstrates exceptional customer interaction skills with a welcoming and calm attitude, ensuring a positive dining experience. Proficient in time organisation and accurate measurements, complemented by extensive menu knowledge. Committed to maintaining high standards of service and eager to contribute to a dynamic team environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Junior Waiter
The Greyhound
Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire
2026.02 - Current
- Ensured quality dining experience through meticulous attention to cleanliness and hygiene standards.
- Collaborated with team members to promote a productive and supportive working environment.
- Upheld high presentation standards to consistently create positive impressions on guests.
- Created friendly, welcoming atmosphere to encourage positive guest experiences, prolonging visits to increase profitability.
- Maintained excellent level of service in busy and demanding restaurant environment.
Work Experience
Nobu
London
2024.01 - 2024.02
- Learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, enhancing workflow and team dynamics.
- Displayed respect and friendliness while providing support to team members and customers.
- Prepared ingredients following safety and hygiene standards in fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Organised storage areas to facilitate ease of access when retrieving supplies or ingredients for menu items.
- Supported large-scale events, ensuring smooth operations through patience and attention to detail.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Catering and Hospitality
Westminster Kingsway
London 2022.09 - 2025.02
GCSEs - English, Maths, Science, Food Tech, Business Studies, Computer Science, R.E.P
Haydon
Northwood, Hillingdon 2018.09 - 2022.05
Wine and Spirits
Wine Spirit Education Trust level 2 in Wine and 1 in Spirits
London 2025.10 - 2025.11
Skills
- Glassware handling
- Food safety
- Wine pairing
- Customer interaction
- Welcoming attitude
- Calm attitude
- Patience
- Time organisation
- Accurate measurements
- Menu knowledge
Affiliations
- My hobbies include Model Building, Cooking and Home Brewing Mead
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Junior Waiter
The Greyhound
2026.02 - Current
Wine and Spirits
Wine Spirit Education Trust level 2 in Wine and 1 in Spirits
2025.10 - 2025.11
Work Experience
Nobu
2024.01 - 2024.02
Certificate of Higher Education - Catering and Hospitality
Westminster Kingsway
2022.09 - 2025.02
GCSEs - English, Maths, Science, Food Tech, Business Studies, Computer Science, R.E.P
Haydon
2018.09 - 2022.05