JEEVAN SURESH CHANDRA
Leith walk ,Edinburgh,City of Edinburgh
Summary
Friendly and customer-focused retail and hospitality professional with experience in fast-paced environments including Greggs and Londis. Skilled in coffee preparation, POS systems, and delivering excellent service under pressure. A reliable and hardworking team player with strong communication skills and a positive attitude. Seeking barista, retail, or front-of-house roles where I can contribute to excellent customer experiences.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work history
Team Member
Greggs
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
11.2025 - 03.2026
- Prepared and served hot drinks including coffee using in-store machines
- Delivered fast and friendly customer service during busy periods
- Operated tills and handled cash and card transactions accurately using POS systems
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and food hygiene
- Supported store operations including stock replenishment and food preparation
Retail Assistant
Londis
Cowgate,Edinburgh, United Kingdom
08.2025 - 03.2026
- Managed daily store operations including opening and closing duties
- Operated tills and handled cash and card payments accurately
- Replenished stock and maintained product displays
- Assisted customers with purchases and provided product recommendations
- Prepared hot food items and handled online orders (Deliveroo, Just Eat)
- Maintained store cleanliness and followed safety standards
Room Attendant
Ten Hill Palace
South Bridge,Edinburgh, United Kingdom
11.2024 - 01.2025
- Maintained hotel safety standards by adhering to proper procedures for handling chemicals and equipment during cleaning tasks.
- Achieved time management goals by following designated schedules and completing assigned tasks within allotted time frames.
- Responded to guest requests for assistance, toiletries, and personal care items.
- Reduced guest complaints by maintaining a high standard of cleanliness in all assigned rooms.
Education
MSc - Analytical Science for the Biosciences Industries
Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh, United Kingdom 09.2024 -
Skills
- Customer Service & Guest Experience
- Coffee Preparation & Machine Operation (Greggs)
- Cash Handling & POS Systems
- Stock Replenishment & Store Maintenance
- Food Preparation & Hygiene Standards
- Teamwork & Communication
- Multitasking in Fast-Paced Environments
- Problem Solving & Customer Support
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Fully flexible: available weekdays, weekends, and evening shifts
- Available to start immediately
- Good English communication skills
- Friendly, approachable, and customer-focused personality
- Quick learner with the ability to adapt to new environments
- Strong team player with a positive work ethic
Affiliations
- Enjoy interacting with people and building positive connections
- Interest in coffee culture and learning about different types of beverages
- Interest in coffee culture and learning about different types of beverages
- Maintaining a clean and organised personal space
- Watching films and following popular trends and culture
Timeline
Team Member
Greggs
11.2025 - 03.2026
Retail Assistant
Londis
08.2025 - 03.2026
Room Attendant
Ten Hill Palace
11.2024 - 01.2025
MSc - Analytical Science for the Biosciences Industries
Heriot-Watt University
09.2024 -