JESSICA ELIZABETH DOOTSON
Wapping,Tower Hamlets
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong foundation in communication, leadership, and public relations. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving abilities and remains calm under pressure, effectively leading teams to success. Skilled in public speaking and creative writing, with a proven track record in sales persuasion and analytical skills. Committed to fostering innovation and creativity while pursuing opportunities for growth in challenging environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Supervisor and bookings administrator
The Clerkenwell Tavern
Clerkenwell
2025.06 - 2025.02
- I worked closely with my manager and clients, ensuring that the client received the best possible location for their parties, including company wide events and weddings. This involved close communication with the chefs to organise their specific food choices.
- Responsible for the well being of the general staff and mitigating any issues between the various branches of staff between the bar and restaurant.
Bartender
Craft Beer Company
Clerkenwell
2023.11 - 2024.02
- Working with a small team to improve my communication skills.
- Learnt quickly and effectively about cocktail making and mixing, I also learned on the job about craft beer and maintained niche knowledge on the production of different global beers, demonstrated through beer tastings that was hosted alongside the manager.
Waitress, Bartender and Barista
The Waiting Game
2022.10 - 2023.08
- Maintained skills learned from my previous jobs such as fantastic customer service and barista training.
- Worked many fine dining events including silver service.
- I was also chosen as group leader for an event in Bristol called Love Saves The Day, in which I was able to display my leadership and communication skills as well as problem solving.
Waitress and Barista
Teal Café
Sevenoaks, United Kingdom
2018.09 - 2019.01
- Learned how to work quickly and efficiently.
- Acquired skills in multi-tasking and working under pressure.
- Engaged with and served all types of customers focusing on excellent customer service.
- Through dedication I had the opportunity to learn coffee making in July 2020 which I focused on for 4 months before leaving to start university.
Education
GCSEs - 10 GCSEs Grade A- B (including Mathematics And English)
Walthamstow Hall Independent School For Girls
Sevenoaks 2011.09 - 2017.05
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Hurstpierpoint College
2017.09 - 2018.05
A Levels - English (A), History of Art (A) and Art (A)
Rochester Independent College
Rochester 2011.09 - 2019.05
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Bristol
Bristol 2020.09 - 2023.05
Skills
- Calm under pressure
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Team building
- Public speaking
- Leadership
- Public Relations
- Strong memory retention
- Sales persuasion
- Creative writing
- Analytical skills
- Creative and innovative
Websites
Personal Information
Date of birth: 10/18/00
Custom
- Reading and writing, Avid reader and writer, focusing on climate crisis themes
- Art and Photography, Participated in fine art club and photography competitions
- Theatre, Participated in school plays and attended BFI festival
Affiliations
- Reading and writing
- Theatre
- Pilates and Yoga
- Swimming
Timeline
Supervisor and bookings administrator
The Clerkenwell Tavern
2025.06 - 2025.02
Bartender
Craft Beer Company
2023.11 - 2024.02
Waitress, Bartender and Barista
The Waiting Game
2022.10 - 2023.08
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Bristol
2020.09 - 2023.05
Waitress and Barista
Teal Café
2018.09 - 2019.01
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Hurstpierpoint College
2017.09 - 2018.05
GCSEs - 10 GCSEs Grade A- B (including Mathematics And English)
Walthamstow Hall Independent School For Girls
2011.09 - 2017.05
A Levels - English (A), History of Art (A) and Art (A)
Rochester Independent College
2011.09 - 2019.05